UNIQUE ARCHITECTURE
The moose-shaped structure is 47 meters long and 12 metres wide, and
stands 35 metres high at its saddle and 45 metres high at its antlers.
The moose is made of glulam, with a foundation of concrete and legs
and a framework made of steel. The moose will bite into a wetland pine
tree erected alongside it. In the trunk of the pine will be a lift up
to the moose’s head, which visitors will enter through its muzzle.
The moose’s antlers will serve as an alfresco dining area and
lookout point. From an architectural and technical standpoint, the project
has been in development by experienced architects and timber construction
consultants over an extended period of time.
Reference point for the wood industry
Stoorn is a project with both national and international appeal. The
facility’s architecture, construction and aesthetic solutions
make an important contribution towards raising the status of Swedish
timber construction internationally. The attention paid to professional
timber construction and its trade press, both nationally and internationally,
is increased by the facility’s unique blend of modern technology
and its rustic, close-to-nature link to forests and wildlife. The originality
of the project makes it a valuable point of reference for modern and
advanced Swedish timber construction. The reference value lies in:
 Showing that advanced construction
solutions can be achieved today using entirely wood-based construction
solutions, created using advanced glulam techniques.
Heat-treated wood creating aesthetically
stimulating, living and maintenance-free surface finishes.
The ability to create interiors which
bring out wood’s aesthetic qualities – an aim which has
been realised in this project as a result of modern research.
Using an exciting and aesthetically
appealing mix of other materials in indoor surfaces.
Stimulating interest in and respect
for forest, lakes, wetlands, flora and fauna on the part of both visitors
and residents of the region.
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