byggestilar
Byggestilar is a term used in Norwegian and Swedish to describe the different building styles and construction traditions that appear in architecture. The concept covers both vernacular styles, shaped by local materials and building techniques, and formal architectural styles developed by architects and schools of thought.
Vernacular byggestilar are typically driven by climate, resources, and function, resulting in houses, barns, churches and
Materials and techniques are a key part of byggestilar. Timber construction, brick masonry, stone and concrete
Across centuries, byggestilar have changed in response to technology, economy and taste. Medieval and early modern