Veidekke: New Residential Contract for OBOS in Oslo
Veidekke has signed a contract with OBOS to carry out demolition works and convert the iconic glass halls in Nydalen, Oslo, from a former printing facility into 153 apartments and commercial premises. The contract is a design and build contract with a value of just over NOK 600 million, excluding VAT.
"We would like to sincerely thank OBOS for this assignment. This is a highly exciting project where we will preserve most of the concrete structures in the existing halls, thereby significantly reducing carbon emissions. We also greatly appreciate that the project has been developed in accordance with the requirements of the EU taxonomy," says Rune Andersstuen, Head of Department at Veidekke Bygg Oslo.
In the heart of Nydalen, the former Schibsted printing facility will be transformed into a vibrant residential community and meeting place. The iconic halls will be converted into 153 apartments, ranging from one-bedroom units of 34 sqm to four-bedroom apartments of 140 sqm. In addition, the project will feature an active ground floor with amenities and commercial activities. Between the halls, "Trykkerihagen" will be established as an attractive and sheltered courtyard for residents. A large public park with areas for both activity and relaxation will also be developed south of the buildings.
"We are truly looking forward to starting construction of the first phase of the project. It has been a long journey, but we can now finally realize the plans. Once completed, the development will include 700 homes, commercial premises for customer-oriented businesses, and a long-awaited park. The Printworks will become a vibrant and inclusive neighbourhood where everyone can thrive -not least children and young people, who will have access to a large activity centre within the former printing halls," says Ingunn Andersen Randa, Executive Vice President at OBOS.
Demolition works are about to commence, construction will begin during the summer, and planned occupancy is scheduled for autumn 2028. Read more about the project here.
Construction work is already underway, with completion and handover planned towards the end of 2028. Read more about the project here (https://www.obos.no/bolig/prosjekt/glasshallene?view=grid).
The contract is included in Veidekke's order book for Q2 2026.
For further information, please contact:
Head of department Rune Andersstuen, Veidekke Bygg Oslo, tel.+47 91 83 33 80, rune.andersstuen@veidekke.no (kaare.gilhus@veidekke.no)
Communications Manager Helge Dieset, Veidekke, tel. +47 90 55 33 22, helge.dieset@veidekke.no
Communications director Thomas Skjennald, OBOS, tel. +47 92 68 61 00, thomas.skjennald@obos.no
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