Park at Norra Latin
Welcoming oasis in the middle of the city
Recreated historic environment
Helgo Zettervall designed Norra Latin, a stunning example of neo-Renaissance architecture , which was inaugurated in 1880 with King Oscar II and Prince Eugen among the guests. Today, the former school serves as a conference centre. Both the building and its large courtyard, added around 1914, stand as well-known and beloved landmarks in Stockholm.
Restoring the park in front of Norra Latin’s entrance to Drottninggatan required careful planning, especially given its historical value. We searched old archives for drawings, photographs, and texts to guide the design. These sources shaped every decision. Even the choice of vegetation reflects the era and strengthens the park’s historical connection.
We aimed to create a tranquil oasis with inviting spaces in the city center
Lots of space to hang out in
Green rooms are very important in our cityscapes and for the project at Norra Latin we wanted to develop an inviting atmosphere with lots of space to hang out – a peaceful oasis in the middle of the city. A way to create more space was to widen the main route between the entrance and Drottninggatan using stone dust. We supplemented the row of trees along the path with herbaceous borders and created two obvious spaces for hanging out in the park, with benches, planting and hedges. The entrance space was also widened to provide room for transport and to be really welcoming.
Partnership between landscape architects and project management
Our task was to assess the park, highlight its strengths, and identify areas for improvement. This work resulted in key documents for the renovation. Our landscape architects handled planning and inspections. At the same time, our project leaders managed both the project and the installation.
