Gasometer

Hjorthagen undergoing major development

Located just outside Stockholm, Hjorthagen is an area undergoing large-scale transformation. Once an inaccessible industrial zone, it will soon become home to around 15,000 new residents. The broader development includes approximately 6,000 apartments and 100,000 square meters of commercial space.

From gas holder to Gasometer

In 2017, Tengbom won a tender and we were entrusted with designing an international performance venue within Gas Holder 2. Now known as the Gasometer, the venue will host up to 2,300 guests, offering world-class concerts, musicals, and theater productions. At the top of the inner “box,” there will also be a banquet hall accommodating 1,000 seated guests.

Ferdinand Boberg designed the unique and historically listed gas holder in 1899. The exterior will remain in its original state, while the interior will transform into a space with spectacular spatial experiences. The performance hall will float within the larger structure, encapsulated by an outer shell.

Optimized for audience and acoustics

By stacking the audience over three levels, the design maximizes capacity while ensuring the best possible acoustics. Visitors will undoubtedly experience something extraordinary. The project is led by Tengbom architect Jan Izikowitz, whose previous work includes the Gothenburg Opera House.

“The ambition with Gasometer is to become a landmark for Stockholm’s vibrant cultural life—both for residents and visitors from around the world.”

Architect Jan Izikowitz

Gasometer in the larger context of Gasverket Västra

Gas Holder 2 is part of the Gasverket Västra development plan, which also includes a museum, school, preschool, sports hall, and office spaces.

Royal Swedish Opera moves in

In October 2024, it was announced that the Royal Swedish Opera would temporarily relocate to the Gasometer while the Opera House undergoes renovation.