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Retail Flagship, Boutique, Fine Dining Bars & Restaurant RETAIL FLAGSHIP, BOUTIQUE, FINE DINING BARS & RESTAURANT CONTENTS Introduction 1 The concept 3 Norway’s capital city 7 An exclusive destination 14 Floor plans 17 Contact 35 1 INSPIRED BY THE PAST, REDESIGNED FOR THE FUTURE In the heart of one of Europe’s fastest growing cities lies a building magnificent in scale, design and historical significance. This is Oslo’s Telegrafen, a grand landmark restaurants and is steps away from some of building that has been an architectural icon Oslo’s most prestigious downtown shopping in the city’s streetscape for almost a century. areas, including Karl Johans gate, Nedre Looking to the future, the building is now Slottsgate and Øvre Slottsgate. undergoing a dramatic renaissance. Inspired by its past life as the centre of Norway’s With its monumental scale, luxurious telecommunications and radio industries, interiors and clever blend of heritage and Telegrafen is being transformed into a vibrant modernity, this is truly a signature business office, entertainment and retail destination address for today’s established companies for the modern age. and tomorrow’s entrepreneurs. The property is located in the heart of downtown Oslo, in Kvadraturen, the city’s oldest and most historic neighbourhood. Boasting a unique character, the area is popular amongst high-end retailers and 2 Computer-generated image of the exterior. 3 01 THE CONCEPT In the heart of one of Europe’s fastest growing cities lies a building magnificent in scale, design and historical significance. 4 A PLACE TO SHARE, ENJOY AND CONNECT The elegant lifestyle environment seamlessly integrates with the public grand hall and its inspiring retail, restaurant and bar offerings. This is a place to share, enjoy and connect. The Telegrafen building was historically not Historical details include wall frescoes, only a fortress of communication for the ceiling murals, carved granite and ground entire country, but also a place frequented Labradorstein features and majestic by the general public on a daily basis. ceilings reaching up to six metres. These The doors are now open once again, inviting features, combined with best-in-class office, people in to experience and marvel at this entertainment and retail spaces will make awe-inspiring national treasure with its Telegrafen a truly unique offering that unique period architecture and art. cannot be found anywhere else in Scandinavia. Computer-generated image of the grand hall. 5 The Telegrafen building was historically The building’s common amenities include not only a fortress of communication large offices, a state-of-the-art auditorium, for the entire country, but also a place as well as a full service concierge to welcome frequented by the general public on a daily guests into the building. The impressive basis. The doors are now open once again, Norwegian marble staircase, together with inviting people in to experience and marvel the original bold frescoes and bronze and at this awe-inspiring national treasure, with stone artefacts have all been retained as the its unique period architecture and art. building’s signature emblems. In Telegrafen, Oslo has a distinctive new By combining the building’s rich heritage destination in the heart of Kvadraturen; with a progressive future outlook, the a place that will inspire people to connect, architects and interior designers have added day and night, for business and pleasure. modern elements and materials to punctuate The dramatic grand hall, with inviting Telegrafen’s 1920’s rich character. The result interiors, vibrant ground floor entertainment is a luxurious blend of rich colours, soft and retail offerings will become a key textures and a distinctive mix of retro meeting place in the city. Considering the and modern furniture and fixtures. building’s original design as an impenetrable fortress, Telegrafen is extremely open and bright thanks to two large atriums that allow natural light to flood each level. This is augmented by high ceilings of four to six metres. Each floor can be separated into four separate sections with a social zone in the centre. Computer-generated image of the grand hall. C H A R L O T T E M O S S 7 02 NORWAY’S CAPITAL CITY Oslo tops the polls for its change in everything from outstanding quality of life. As one architecture and design to urban of Europe’s wealthiest and fastest planning and entrepreneurship. growing cities, it is embracing 8 AT THE HEART OF THE ACTION Just a five minute walk from the Oslo Central station and the Stortinget Metro station, and merely steps away from the nearest bus and tram stops, Telegrafen offers convenience and an easy commute for tenants and guests. 9 1 2 Built in 1924, it was originally the head office of the communications giant, Telenor. Once a workplace for almost a thousand people, this towering granite edifice with its marble interiors and dramatic artworks was the place where Norwegians went to make contact with each other and the rest of the world. At one point in time, every phone call in Norway passed through Telegrafen’s switchboard. 3 4 5 1 Boats on the marina 2 Enjoying a coffee at the Sentralen Cafeteria 3 Oslo City Hall architecture by architects Arneberg and Poulsson 4 Greenery and fountains at Studenterlunden park opposite the National Theatre 5 Sentralen building facade 10 KEY Subway station Anker Park Airport transfer Kristparken Tram stop THE ROYAL PALACE Bus stop GRÜNERLØKKA Ferry terminal THE NATIONAL MUSEUM Palace Park TRAVEL TIMES UNIVERSITY OF OSLO Stortinget Metro station 3 min walk Nationaltheatret Station Central station 8 min walk Studenterlunden Oslo CBD 10 min walk Park Vika 15 min walk VIKA Bjørvika 10 min walk THE PARLIAMENT Stortinget Grønland Aker Brygge 20 min walk OSLO CATHEDRAL Oslo Airport 20 min OSLO CITY HALL STEEN & STRØMRØM Jernbanetorget (Airport Express train from Oslo Central station) Oslo Central Station AKER BRYGGE NORWEGIAN BANK OSLO STOCK EXCHANGE KVADRATUREN BARCODE PROJECT TJUVHOLMEN DEICHMANSKE LIBRARY AKERSHUS FORTRESS OSLO OPERA HOUSE ASTRUP FEARNLEY MUSEUMMUSEUM BJØRVIKA 11 12 Telegrafen lies at the heart of the Kvadraturen district, directly adjacent to the city’s most exclusive shopping areas. Attracting international high-end shoppers, the neighbourhood is home to the world’s most sought-after brands; everyone from Mulberry, Louis Vuitton, Hermés, Burberry, Balenciaga and YSL to many high street 4 favourites. The building is also close to two of Norway’s major luxury department stores, Steen & Strøm and Eger. 13 r t s e e n a o s g d e KEY R r n e i b e b u r rb G A K Shopping ar l Jo a t h a ans g 53 s g r a Studenterlunden e te 1. Kamikaze 21. PM k Park A 38 2. Burberry 22. KappAhl 27 3. Urmaker Bjerke 23. Michael Kors 28 4. Louis Vuitton 24. Hugo Boss S 56 to rt THE PARLIAMENT 25 5. Gucci 25. Volt ings g 50 34 6. Hermes 26. Filippa K ata 24 23 41 15 32 51 7. Saint Laurent 27. Kate Spade 49 13 P 16 14 35 rest 8. Balenciaga 28. Marc Jacobs ega ta 40 OSLO CATHEDRAL 17 6 34 9. Aesop 29. Gaia 8 36 18 4 5 10. Isabelle Marant 30. Ebbesen & Jensen 26 7 22 31 19 3 11. 31. Ting 39 52 33 20 2 21 12. Ganni 32. Fjällräven 37 12 9 25 13. Peak Performance 33. H&M 51 1 14. Benetton 34. Carlings 10 29 15. Zara 35. Monki e e T t t ollbu ga a l g g l l a 16. Masai 36. Victoria’s Secret l ta o Vo e V r 58 v e 17. Marimekko 37. Steen & Strøm r 30 Ø d e 55 18. J. Lindeberg 38. Eger N e t 48 a g P s ri 19. Samsøe & Samsøe 39. Swims t ns t en o s l ga 20. Acne Studios S te e r v R Ø åd hus g Eating and drinking ata 60 SENTRUM 42 53 40. Jambo Restaurant 51. Kaffebrenneriet 47 59 41. Jaipur 52. Joe & The Juice Kontraskjæret 46 Park 45 42. Mehfel 53. Baker Hansen e te t a a g g 57 a s 43. Statholdergaarden 54. Magnat Cafe ts t t a n a o R g t l å 54 ge e d e a 44. Engebret Cafe 55. Sentralen Cafe S t h k n u i g a sg r r e a i n r g t e a K n d s p e 45. Det Gamle Raadhus 56. Brasserie France e 43 o n p t r i N e a D k g g n S 46. Proseccheria 57. Dubliner s o n K e 44 s 47. Cafe Skansen 58. Einer l O d 48. Sentralen Restaurant 59. KöD e r F M 49. Cafe Christiania 60. Brasserie Hansken yn tg 50. WB Samson ata 14 03 AN EXCLUSIVE DESTINATION Telegrafen is located immediately providing a strategic opportunity next to the exclusive shopping to create sophisticated retail, streets of Karl Johans gate, Øvre entertainment and culinary offerings. Slottsgate and Nedre Slottsgate, 15 Computer-generated image of the exterior. 16 Telegrafen is an aspirational commercial address where leading national and international businesses will share much more than just space. With highly attractive employee amenities, such as the first floor employee restaurant, tenants can socialise, share skills and explore new business opportunities. Through a selective mix of retail, high-class restaurants and bars, discerning customers will discover Telegrafen as a natural extension of their shopping experience. The sheer grandeur of Telegrafen and its magnificent grand hall will ensure it becomes a destination in its own right, a prestigious retail environment where shoppers can browse, enjoy fine dining or share a cocktail in luxurious surroundings.
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