Einar Jarmund

Einar Jarmund was born in 1962 in Oslo and graduated from the Oslo School of Architecture in 1989. Einar took a Masters degree at the University of Washington in Seattle. Einar taught and worked in Seattle before teaching in Oslo and Bergen. He has also been visiting Professor at Washington University in St. Louis in spring 2004, and will be visiting Professor at the University of Arizona, Tucson in spring 2005.

The practice: Jarmund / Vigsnæs AS Architects MNAL

Jarmund / Vigsnæs Architects was established in 1995 after teaching and independent practice for both partners. The office employs today 14 architects. For larger commissions, the practice has established a collaboration with ØKAW AS Architects, Oslo, an experienced practice also terms of highly advanced technical projects such as laboratory buildings.

The practice focuses on projects with potential for outstanding and meaningful architecture, most often closely related to nature and preferably in strong natural settings with harsh climate. The practice explores modern possibilities with sensual and tactile means, seeking the right character for the place and purpose. Clear and understandable strategies attempts to results that are both self-evident and sensational.

Larger projects results most commonly from competition-winning schemes, smaller from the reputation of former clients and structures.