Humanisten
Welcome to Humanisten! Here, the Faculty of Humanities at the University of Gothenburg sits in renovated and extended premises located in Renströmsparken.
About Humanisten
The building is located at Näckrosdammen in central Gothenburg, close to both Avenyn and Korsvägen.The building was originally built in 1984 but underwent an extensive renovation and extension that was completed in 2019.
The building contains offices, advanced learning environments, study spaces and auditoriums. The building is characterized by openness that promotes meetings between students and teachers. There is also a centrally located restaurant that is a gathering place for the area. On the ground floor there is a café with technology that makes it easier for distance learners.
In designing the building, the architects drew inspiration from the 1923 World Exhibition and the memorial hall with the stately temple motif that existed at the time. The pillars create a grand impression but are at the same time turned with the narrow side forward so that the building can interact with the surrounding park. The pillars are also not completely identical to each other, which creates a changing and interesting expression.
The building is located in an area of national interest for cultural heritage conservation.
Facts
- Year built: 1984 and 2019
- Architects: 1984 - Jaan Allpere and Claes Mellin - Ragnar Uppman and Mart. 2019 - KUB arkitekter.
- Campus: Campus Näckrosen
- Address: Renströmsgatan 6
- City: Göteborg
- Facility ID: O0009027
- Tenant: University of Gothenburg
- Operations: Education and Research in the Humanities
Several nominations
When Humanisten was completed, the building was nominated for "Façade of the Year", which is the construction industry's major award for Sweden's best building façade. interesting, exciting and sustainable houses. The award is given in two categories – new construction and renovation/reconstruction – where Humanisten was one of three nominated new constructions.
Humanisten was also nominated for the prestigious award for Gothenburg's best building in 2020. The prize is awarded by the Per and Alma Olsson Fund and the criteria are based on both the design and use of the building.
Take a closer look
Welcome to Humanisten's beautiful premises where you will find, among other things, the Staircase Stage, which serves as both study places and stands for larger gatherings.
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Address:
Renströmsgatan 6, 412 55 Göteborg
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Tram:
Stop Korsvägen or Valand
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Parking:
Located adjacent to the University Library or at Lundgrensgatan
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Other:
Charging stations are available at Lundgrensgatan