Skjetten: Residential Architecture and Movement

Skjetten can be explored through two distinct aspects: the large-scale post-war residential planning and various ways to incorporate physical activity into your stay. At the heart of its architectural history is Skjettenbyen, a residential area from the industrialised post-war era, planned as a unified whole according to modern planning and housing principles. Skjettenbyen comprises more than 1,000 terraced houses and 600 apartments in multi-family buildings.

Skjettenbyen and Solvangen

The architectural competition for Skjettenbyen took place in 1965. It was won by Danish architect Nils-Ole Lund; the Norwegian architectural firm Hultberg, Resen & Throne-Holst received second prize. The residential area was built from 1969 to 1973. The competition and construction period thus mark two distinct stages: the competition took place four years before construction began, and construction then continued until 1973. For anyone interested in architecture, both the planning and the implementation are part of the neighbourhood’s history.

Solvangen, the atrium-house area east of Skjettenbyen, provides a second architectural highlight. It was designed by Gullik and Mari Kollandsrud and dates from 1965 to 1970. The time periods can be compared directly: Solvangen began earlier, while its dates overlap with the first years of Skjettenbyen’s construction. The term “atrium-house area” sits alongside Skjettenbyen’s description as a uniformly planned residential area. Those exploring the area’s housing therefore encounter different names, housing types and time periods, rather than just a single construction phase.

Cycling, swimming and training

There are also practical options for planning your day. The 4.2-kilometre Lillestrøm–Skjetten cycling route (Route 501) passes the Solvangen residential area in Skjetten. This connects a cycling route with a named residential area without suggesting that the route is a circular one. If you plan to use the route, check with the operator to see whether the route details have changed.

At Skjetten folkebad, the Triton Lillestrøm swimming and triathlon club holds public swimming sessions at weekends. Check the pool’s current swimming times and notices before visiting. Pool rules are also important when planning with children: swimming caps are compulsory. Children under twelve and children who cannot swim must be accompanied in the pool by an adult. This rule applies to both groups mentioned, so it is helpful to keep in mind before visiting the pool.

Skjetten treningspark offers a different focus. Its equipment includes street-workout equipment, chest-press machines, squat and seated-row machines, resistance front-press machines, parallel bars and a dip bench. The various stations give a clear idea of the kinds of exercises that can be done there; the equipment may change over time, so it is worth checking the operator’s current information before visiting. Compared with the swimming facilities, the park is a separate option for travellers who would like to include training in their plans.

Choose a holiday apartment to suit your travel interests

These are different ways to shape your stay. When choosing a specific option, check the address if its location in relation to a particular destination matters to your plans.

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