Studying Historical Continuity

Abstract: The aspect of being historical conscious have during the past years become more present in the debate of architectural production. Politicians, architects and the general public are all divided in witch direction to head. The goal in my thesis is to change the narrative in how to approach contemporary additions in a historical context. I believe in an architecture that balances between historical and contemporary, that creates an unclear friction between whats existing and whats added, which hopefully, in the long run creates a wider complexity and depth to the sites architectural continuation. To achieve this I see it as a demand to know your history, the history seen in a larger context and in relation to the site specific. To dare proposing a building that relates to more than its direct neighbor. To have a lust in creating, finding forms, materials, colors - and to not forget the importance of enjoying, yet at the same time not to lose the serious goal of finding what’s appropriate. The thesis is tested through three sites in the historical core of Sigtuna, showcasing the diverse outcome which can be produced through a combination of local and wider historical knowledge.