Kungshuset Lund
The history of Kungshuset Lund:
Kungshuset in Lund, also known as the “Royal Academic House,” has a long and significant history. Built during the late 19th century, it has served various purposes, from royal residence to part of the university campus.
Focus of the renovation:
The renovation of kungshuset Lund was led by Statens Fastighetsverk ( the National Property Board of Sweden) and the architect Tengboms, with a focus on preserving the building’s historical character while adapting it to modern needs and requirements for sustainability and functionality.
Preservation and renewal:
The renovation involved careful restoration of historical details and facade, while modern techniques and materials were used to ensure the building’s long-term sustainability. Tengboms managed to strike a balance between preservation and renewal by retaining authentic details and giving the building a modern touch. As can be seen on the pictures, Styjl’s Straight Up seamless Acoustic System has been installed by the company Micoustic AB, on many of the ceilings in the building to carefully renovate the ceilings while improving the sound environment to make it suitable for its future use.
Use of the building:
After the renovation, Kungshuset is intended to be used for various purposes, such as university activities, research, and events. It will continue to be a central part of Lund’s academic and cultural life, while offering modern and functional spaces for future generations.
The renovation of Kungshuset in Lund is a prominent example of how historical buildings can be preserved and adapted to meet current needs and requirements, while preserving their unique history and character for the future, at the same time a great example on how seamless acoustic ceilings, such as Straight Up and Fellert from Styjl, can play an important role when preserving the building while making it fit for modern use.
More details and a movie about the restoration can be found on the website of Statens Fastighetsverk (in Swedish)
Photo credits: Kennet Ruona.