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Skandia Cinema​,​ a masterpiece in Swedish Grace style

Skandia Cinema, a masterpiece in Swedish Grace style
House of Swedish Grace
House of Swedish Grace
Highlights on Swedish Grace, a variation of Art Deco in Sweden around 1920s.

Skandiabiografen represents the golden age of cinema architecture and the Swedish Grace movement. It was designed by the Swedish renowned architect Gunnar Asplund (who also designed Stockholm Public Library). The cinema’s interior design is just astonishing. Wall reliefs that narrates tales from classical time period. Amazing lamps that add sophistication to the interiors. Dark colours in a perfect harmonious blend. The insides give an illusion of an outdoor amphitheater. Many of Stockholm’s cinemas were sadly converted into commercial spaces, like stores or restaurants. Skandia cinema stands as a beacon of hope for preserving cinematic heritage.

Category cinema

Historical context

Swedish Grace

Location

Sweden