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Bernt Gustavzon
each other on a field and everyone had the exact same Volvo. These days we personalize everything from houses and cars to sofas and bicycles.
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“Our clients want something out of the ordinary. They are interested in design and have often bought an interesting lot of land, which the architects might have to put some extra thought into in order to maximize its potential,” says Gustavzon. From idea to reality
spired by brands like Lexington, GANT and Artwood, which are all very popular at the moment,” says Gustavzon. In the Seaside show houses, clients can get a feel for what sort of furniture would suit that particular style. They are decorated with warm colours, cosy sofas with lots of pillows and shelves filled with books, mixed with small details like velvety stones and other beach finds. Tailored to the smallest detail ”When designing a house we take every aspect into consideration, from smaller interior details to bigger things like how to make the house work with the lot. It’s important to see to every factor since the client will probably live there for a long time. This way each client gets a personalized and unique home.” The wish to have something personalized, something that no one else has, is a trend that Gustavzon has seen emerge during the last ten years. Gone are the days of the 80s when identical houses were built next to
What sets Trivselhus apart from an architecture firm is that it designs and manufactures its houses; this way it is easier to keep costs and other expenses under control. A unique building system makes it possible to build the houses completely after the clients’ wishes. “To be environmentally aware is also something that is very important to our clients and many ask for energy saving options. We think about what materials we use and a ground source heat pump has been standard in our houses for many years. It lowers the energy usage significantly and is a safe option considering increasing energy prices,” says Gustavzon. Trivselhus has sales offices spread out all over Sweden, but the head office is based in Småland, a southern province which has a long tradition and extensive knowledge of manufacturing wooden houses. Trivselhus exports to other countries as well, including Norway, the United Kingdom, Germany and Switzerland. For more information, please visit: www.trivselhus.se
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