Hovedretningen

Hovedretningen is a Norwegian term that literally translates as the main direction. It is used to denote the principal orientation, guiding principle, or central policy for a project, organization, or phenomenon. The term is descriptive rather than a proper noun, and may be employed in technical, planning, or strategic contexts.

In geography and navigation, hovedretningen can refer to the dominant direction of travel, wind, or currents, often used to specify a primary axis or bearing. In urban planning and architecture, it describes the main axis or orientation of a street grid, neighborhood, or building complex, where the design aims to align with transportation corridors or vistas. In politics, business, or academic discourse, it can denote the overarching strategy, mission, or policy direction that guides decisions and resource allocation.

The term is commonly used with modifiers, for example, "hovedretningen for utviklingen" or "hovedretningen i planleggingen." It is often translated into English as "the main direction" or "the guiding direction." The concept emphasizes central alignment and coherence across different elements of a project or system.