Reg.Nr. S/222 -1980

The Crown Bakery, Stockholm

The Crown Bakery was previously a bakery and warehouse dating from the 17th century; it was in use as a bakery until 1958. The building has been converted for the use as Museum for Music. The building comprises rooms for exhibition and concert hall and offices. The old building ...
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Project details

Title:The Crown Bakery, Stockholm
Entr. year: 1980
Result:Diploma
Country: Sweden
Town: Stockholm
Category type: architectural heritage
Building type/ Project type: Commercial building
Former use:Bakery, warehouse
Actual use:Museum (Museum of Music)
Built: 17th century
Architect / Proj.leader: Abramson Arkitektkontor, Stockholm
The Jury's citation: "For the skilful restoration of the 17th century Crown Bakery, and its adaptation as a museum of music and concert hall"
GPS:59°20'1.2"N 18°4'42.2"E
Web, Links:

scenkonstmuseet.se

Description:
The Crown Bakery was previously a bakery and warehouse dating from the 17th century; it was in use as a bakery until 1958. The building has been converted for the use as Museum for Music. The building comprises rooms for exhibition and concert hall and offices. The old building was restored using the old tower as entrance. New adaption for disabled people. Concert hall with acoustics equipment, new fire-proofing, electricity and installations.