Goto 10 in Linköping

Stockholm 2017. Malmö 2020. And now Linköping — more precisely, Linköping Science Park, a growing hub for academia, tech companies, and innovation. At Goto 10, 16,000 members can work for free, host meetups, arrange events, 3D-print, record podcasts, and network. A natural home for an internet enthusiast.

700 square meters of tennis hall

We’re in a former tennis hall. The largest of the three Goto 10 spaces so far, with a truly unique character. The technical aesthetic of the space, with timber beams, exposed piping, and installations, became strong carriers of identity when we designed the space and developed the interior concept.

Together with Internetstiftelsen, our goal was to build a strong concept where innovation, digital presence, professionalism, and personality together put Goto 10 Linköping on the map — an inspiring and inclusive meeting place with smart functions that reflect Internetstiftelsen’s values and passion for the internet.

Interior (tech) meets nature at Goto 10 Linköping

The premises, with several levels and existing room structures, required a clear strategy for flow and zoning. As a contrast to the technical elements, and to enhance well-being, the zones were enriched with natural materials and greenery.

The entrance, designed for meetings and activity, offers openness and volume. In the “Digital Glades,” you’re surrounded by pixelated moss that dampens sound and encourages focused collaboration. Neon details and color gradients in the work lounge add playfulness, teamwork, and energy. Meanwhile, calm and focus prevail “Under the Cloud.”

The tiered seating area is designed for both casual hangouts and large events. The strong, distinct color palette, consistent across all Goto 10 offices, reinforces both the brand identity and the technological character of the space.

“Think sustainably in every step!”

The directive from Internetstiftelsen was clear, which led us to work extensively with reused furniture. In close collaboration with the reuse supplier Rekomo, who conducted a detective-like search to find pieces that matched the concept based on detailed product descriptions, we sourced furnishings that met our design goals. We also reused furniture from Internetstiftelsen’s other offices.

“At Tengbom, we actively work with climate-smart adaptations of interiors, and this project was particularly exciting. The sustainability focus gave us great freedom of interpretation. A challenge, but also an opportunity for development and experimentation,” says interior architect Johanna Garheden.

Working with reused furnishings requires quick decisions. Those chairs might not be available two weeks later.

The design boundaries must be clear, as you can’t control exactly which products you’ll end up with. We created detailed specifications describing function, desired look, materials, and dimensions, which were cross-checked with the supplier. The result is a cohesive whole that maintains both identity and expression. Wherever possible, we preserved, adapted, and reused existing elements of the space.

Successful collaboration through agile methods at Goto 10 Linköping

Many projects, especially reuse-based ones, require close and iterative collaboration. For Goto 10 in Linköping, we worked in close dialogue with Internetstiftelsen and Ciceron, allowing for fast, joint decisions throughout the process.

The Tengbom team produced cost estimates, layouts, the interior concept and proposals, and final construction documents.

Partners and suppliers

Internetstiftelsen (client), Ciceron projekt (project management), Idé design (carpentry), Go gently (scenography, installations, and robot), Rekomo (supplier of reused furniture), Senab (supplier of complementary new furniture), Castellum (property owner), Kron & Karlsson (construction).