"Årstidene Skulpturer

“The Seasons Sculptures” consist of a summer sculpture, a winter sculpture and a spring/autumn sculpture. Like the seasons, the sculptures are intended to accompany students, teachers and visitors to the school throughout the year. The sculptures are reminiscent of islands, intended to convey a feeling of intimacy, warmth and relaxation. They communicate with each other, create attention, set characteristics and define spaces. In this context, they integrate into the overall architecture of the school complex and are arranged thematically.

The idea of a “summer- and winter stone sculpture” automatically leads to a “spring- and autumn sculpture”. Spring and autumn are seasons of transition and transformation, so this sculpture is placed between the summer and winter sculptures and has a visible axis. Like a star, the shape points in all directions and forms the center of the sculpture series.

All three sculptures are made from blue Larvikite, with highly polished, inviting surfaces. The summer and winter sculptures are partially enclosed by an integrated wooden terrace/bench. The shape of the two sculptures defines their function. The summer stone, the largest and longest stone, reflects its surroundings and creates a visual focal point. The winter stone is placed in front of the main entrance and has the natural shape of a stone block. With its wooden frame, it serves as a seat and leaning object, as a heat cable inside can warm the stone in winter. This causes the snow to melt and the sculpture can be used to linger at any time of the year.