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The construction hall

AHO has a full-scale construction hall adjacent to the workshops and this can be used in connection with teaching. The construction hall measures 285 square metres with a ceiling height of 10.6 metres and boasts large window surfaces that ensure excellent lighting conditions.

The construction hall at The Oslo School of Architecture and Design.

Opening hours

Workshops
Weekdays (15. September–14. May)08:30–15:45
Weekdays (15. May–14. September)08:30–15:00

The construction hall is equipped with an overhead travelling crane and other tools that enable full-scale construction. The construction hall allows for full-scale construction, spacious structures and model building. A range of tools can also be borrowed by agreement with workshop staff. Remember that the use of equipment and machinery in the construction hall requires prior training.

Planning to use the construction hall?

Please note that the construction hall is primarily intended for use in connection with teaching activities and the workshop may make changes to the prioritisation of use.

Read more about rental of the construction hall and workshops here

Rules for the use of the construction hall

  • Access via the exterior gate using an access card must be agreed with the Head of Workshops.
  • Any crane lifting requirements must be agreed with the shop foreman.
  • A “safe job analysis” must be completed before work commences. This means that work must be planned and the necessary safety measures must be in place prior to starting.
  • Maintain good orderliness during use.
  • The school’s orderliness and conduct rules apply.

The following must be done after use:

  • Tidy the area.
  • Remove all waste.
  • Any borrowed tools and equipment must be returned to their intended space.
  • In the event of large amounts of waste, remember to request a skip – contact operations to request a skip.
  • Finished products and residual materials must be removed by the responsible user.
  • The hall will be inspected by workshop staff after use.
Published Nov. 21, 2024 11:26 AM - Last modified Sep. 29, 2026 1:19 PM