There seems to be a lot of interest in the Lofoten archipelago at the moment. From appearances in cookery shows, recommendations in the Sunday supplements and now the location for Vipp’s latest guesthouse, it’s certainly the place to be.
Designed by Oslo-based Logg Arkitekter, and part of the new True North Lofoten Village, a series of contemporary lodgings master planned by leading design firm Snøhetta, this simple timber structure sits perfectly perched on a series of stilts above the wild Norwegian shoreline.
The thirteenth edition to the Danish design brand’s growing portfolio of bookable retreats, Vipp Lofoten has to be one of the most striking yet. Surrounded by traditional fishing villages, towering mountains and emerald green water, it is this maritime history and local vernacular the contemporary design takes its inspiration from.
“We sought to dissolve the boundary between shelter and seascape, allowing nature to flow uninterrupted into the architecture,” says Diederik Advocaat Clausen of Logg Arkitekter. “Our intention was to let the vastness of the archipelago be the dominant experience. Conceived as a singular, quiet object in the landscape, each unit is a precise timber structure, designed with a strong directional focus toward the sea.”
Inside the 70 m2 cabin meanwhile, Cathrine M. Vonholm Edwards from Locus Design and Element Studio has shaped the look and layout of Vipp Lofoten to reflect what Vipp is best known for, comfort, functionality and a beautiful, pared back aesthetic.
Using primarily a palette of deep rocky greys and rich browns across the walls and floors, alongside art pieces by fellow Norwegian, the musician and visual artist Magne Furuholmen, whatever the time of year guests arrive they are sure to receive a warm and cosy welcome.
As you might expect though it’s in the kitchen that Vipp truly shows off its talents, with a set of timeless V1 modular units in black powered-coated steel taking centre stage. Alongside this there are also a number of key objects and furniture pieces fans of the brand will recognise, including the ‘Cabin’ dining table, with its round Pietra Grey marble top, the ‘H1’ cabinet in dark oak, and my favourite the lovely ‘Loft’ sofa, as well as limited-edition versions of Vipp’s ‘Swivel’ chair and iconic pedal bin again created in collaboration with Furuholmen.
“Our palette of guesthouses explores different types of architectural typologies each creating a new doorway into our design universe. Our products stay the same, but the architecture and surroundings make it a completely new design experience. As a brand with Scandinavian roots, Lofoten stands out as one of the most breathtaking natural sceneries of the north,” concludes Kasper Egelund, CEO and 3rd generation Vipp owner.
Sleeping up to four people, prices start at €1,675 per night for a minimum two-night stay, find out more about Vipp Lofoten and the limited-edition products created to coincide with its launch, by visiting the Vipp website.
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