PHOTO OF
ORIGINAL PLAN FROM 1933
OFFICE RENOVATION AT THE OLD LIBRARY
Client and owner: Møller Eiendom AS
Projectleader & Design: Luise Storch
Construction: Finnstad Jørgensen
Built in 1933, the former Deichman Library served generations of Oslo residents until the library moved to its new home in 2020 (2027). As part of the ongoing transformation of this historic building, I developed the interior concept, design and colour palette for the renovation of the former offices into new spaces for meetings and work.
Rather than introducing an entirely new identity, the concept grew from what was already there. I explored the building for traces of its original colours, drawing inspiration from historic interiors, furniture and architectural details to create a palette rooted in Deichman’s past.
Original furniture, objects and lighting were carefully reused and combined with selected contemporary elements. The result is a balance between old and new — a modern workspace that preserves the atmosphere, character and stories of the former library while giving them a new life.
BEFORE PICTURE // OFFICE & LOUNGE
BEFORE PICTURE // MEETINGROOM
BEFORE PICTURE // OFFICE & KITCHEN
FINISHED RENOVATION // KITCHEN & OFFICE
FINISHED RENOVATION // KITCHEN
FINISHED RENOVATION // MEETINGROOM
FINISHED RENOVATION // OFFICE
FINISHED RENOVATION // LOUNGE