The Borgholm Castle restoration project
The restoration of the 12th century "Borgholm Slott", ruined by a fire in 1806. The ruins were stabilised and parts of it enclosed to house exhibition, concert and museum spaces. A lime-burning kiln was built to provide lime for the restoration mortar.
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Project details
Title: | The Borgholm Castle restoration project |
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Entr. year: | 2003 |
Result: | Diploma |
Country: | Sweden |
Town: | Borgholm, Isle of Öland |
Category type: | architectural heritage |
Building type/ Project type: | Military/Defence/Fortified building/system |
Former use: | Fortified residence |
Actual use: | Event venue, museum spaces |
Built: | 12th century |
Architect / Proj.leader: | Erik Wikerstål, Architect |
The Jury's citation: | For the exemplary conservation of the ruined castle by means of the revival of traditional mortar techniques and giving enhanced access through elegant solutions. |
GPS: | 56°52'13.9"N 16°38'36.5"E |
Web, Links: | www.borgholmsslott.se/ |
Description:
The restoration of the 12th century "Borgholm Slott", ruined by a fire in 1806. The ruins were stabilised and parts of it enclosed to house exhibition, concert and museum spaces. A lime-burning kiln was built to provide lime for the restoration mortar.
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