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Located in a former 1896 pharmacy in Oslo, Svanen is a cocktail bar featuring preserved neoclassical interiors with marble columns, wood paneling, and a menu inspired by apothecary ingredients.
Design & Architecture
Furniture
The bar utilizes the original pharmacy counter and seating arranged in small alcoves.
Materials
The interior features marble columns and dark mahogany woodwork.
Architecture
The venue is housed in a neoclassical building constructed in 1896.
Design Language
The space maintains a historical atmosphere with frequent swan motifs integrated throughout the decor.
Interior Design
The interior is a preserved apothecary space featuring wooden cabinets, panelled ceilings, and alcoves reminiscent of old train carriages.
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Oslo cocktail bar with a secret basement: Svanen
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