The classic beauty of the Haslum crematorium was really impressive. Originally it was designed by John Engh and the building was finished in 1962.

Here we were received by landscape architect Naomi Louise Wilde of the Bærum kommune. She provided us with insightful information and a very interesting view.

This crematorium is special in many ways. In contrast to many other older crematoria it was technically upgraded to keep functioning as a crematorium, in part thanks to its special architectural status. Also it hosts the ceremonies for most of the cremations taking place at the facility, for Norway this is very exceptional.

It seems that making ceremonial spaces together with the technical crematorium back in the sixties, now gives way to opportunities. We are curious what the future will hold for this jewel.