Trikåfabriken

A changing neighborhood

Trikåfabriken is a 25,000-square-meter office building located in the former industrial district of Hammarby Sjöstad, an area undergoing significant transformation. The building and its neighboring properties retain a distinct industrial character, which has been carefully preserved and highlighted in its redevelopment. The original brick structure from 1929 has been expanded with a five-story wooden extension. The project also included a complete interior renovation of the entire block. After demolition, only the structural frame of the original building remained.

Central atrium

The design centers the building’s internal communication around a main staircase with elevators in the new atrium. To maximize flexibility, the team added bridges to each floor. These bridges provide views over the newly designed, plaza-like space.

All entries are accessed via these bridges, creating a dynamic setup for tenants who prefer shorter leases or need flexibility in their spaces. Co-working areas also act as adaptable zones, accommodating varying needs and functions between tenants.

Tengbom has provided tenant adaptations and interior design for the Swedish Environmental Protection Agency, Hyper Island, and the ground-floor café, Yume.

Wood is wonderful

Wood is a prominent material in Trikåfabriken, offering both a tactile and educational experience. It reflects an honest design philosophy where nothing is hidden or artificial. The ambition is to make the connection between old and new as clear as possible, which is why the wooden framework is exposed internally and visible from the exterior, showcasing both columns and floor slabs.

Wood is sustainable

Wood is a material that most people can relate to, and many find it pleasant to interact with. Beyond giving Trikåfabriken a strong identity and character, it is, of course, an environmentally smart choice and a contributing factor to its BREEAM Very Good certification. A wooden framework binds carbon and is lighter than both steel and concrete, enabling a lighter extension that required less structural reinforcement.

Contemporary design in Trikåfabriken

The façade of the extension features corten steel, a material with a strong character. It complements the original brickwork without mimicking it. To highlight the connection between old and new, the design includes a visual break. An entire floor made of glass creates this separation.