/Office & Commercial

Sannergata 2

Project information

  1. Location Oslo‚ Norway
  2. Area26.000 m²

Project details

  1. Year2021 — 2025
  2. StatusUnder development
  3. Partners Vedal
    SLA
    Krohnark
  4. Client Ragde Eiendom
  5. Enquiries Jonathan Alexander

A building reimagined for the city

Sannergata 2 is a bold and purposeful transformation—an example of how we challenge ourselves and our clients to build less, reuse more, and design for the future.

A closed, outdated office block in Oslo’s Sagene district has been reimagined as a vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable workplace. By reusing 95% of the original structure, the project creates 24,000 m² of flexible office and retail space that opens to the city, activates the street, and fosters a strong sense of place and belonging.

From barrier to bridge

Originally built in 2002, the building was introverted and disconnected from its surroundings.

Today, it acts as a vital link between Grünerløkka and Sagene, with new entrances, open façades and active ground-floor functions that connect to nearby parks, streets and public transport.

Designed for wellbeing and flexibility

Sannergata 2 is more than a transformation—it’s a statement about how we can build better by reusing what we have, designing with care, and putting people at the centre of every decision.

Tenants like Norsk helsenett and Restaurant Rodeo praise the building’s flexibility, daylight and atmosphere.

We were drawn to the warmth and quality of the architecture, and to the location—a place where so many paths cross. It feels solid, timeless, and open, just like the neighbourhood restaurant we want to be. Severin Gresvig, Restaurant Rodeo
Visualisation of the corner designated to Restaurant Rodeo - opening soon!
Moving to Sannergata 2 enables us to use space more efficiently without compromising quality. The new workplace fosters collaboration and offers an environment our employees can truly be proud of. Stine Knutssøn, Norsk Helsenett

Rooted in Nordic values

The design reflects Nordic principles of simplicity, functionality and care for people and place. A central atrium forms the heart of the building, while natural materials like Norwegian granite and oak veneer bring warmth and tactility. The building is universally accessible, with a new ramp, multiple entrances and generous daylight throughout.

Sannergata 2 has been an exciting and complex project. In close collaboration with Ragde Eiendom, the contractor and design team, we’ve created a cohesive building that reflects the client’s ambitions, activates the street level and enhances the surrounding area. Jonathan Alexander

Art defines the building

Art is an integral part of Sannergata 2, woven into the building's experience from the interiors to the outdoor spaces. Curated artworks enrich everyday environments and bring warmth and character to shared areas, including the parking garage. Together, these artistic elements create a sense of continuity, identity, and care that defines Sannergata 2.

Sustainability at every level

Certified BREEAM-NOR ‘Excellent’, Sannergata 2 achieves a 61% reduction in embodied carbon compared to a reference building. Solar panels generate over 113,000 kWh annually, and rain gardens naturally manage stormwater. Reuse was central: the atrium staircase was reused as an escape staircase, office fronts and ceiling panels were repurposed in other projects, and the emergency generators were donated to Ukraine.

The central location encourages travel by public transportation and by bike, and the upgraded building has excellent changing room facilities.