byggkulturen
byggkulturen refers to the culture surrounding construction and the built environment within Sweden and, more broadly, Nordic contexts. It denotes the norms, practices and values that guide how buildings are planned, designed, produced, operated and renovated. The term encompasses multiple disciplines, including architecture, engineering, construction, municipal planning, and user participation.
The field includes actors such as architects, engineers, craftspeople, contractors, developers, public authorities and residents. It
Key features ofbyggkulturen include emphasis on workmanship and durability, sustainable and energy-efficient performance, and lifecycle thinking.
Historically, byggkulturen has evolved from traditional crafts and dense urban building to mass housing in the
Current challenges include skill shortages, supply-chain resilience, and the need to accelerate climate-friendly construction while controlling