Designing for Generations: SPINN Arkitekter’s Vision for Generality and Community-Centered Schools in Norway

Over the past 13 years, SPINN has played a central part in the way educational spaces are designed in Norway, turning them into multifunctional hubs. We sat down with James Dodson, founder of SPINN Arkitekter, to explore his insights into the experience shaping educational architecture, and the philosophy behind SPINN Arkitekter’s approach to creating unique schools. Our conversation also delved into the challenges of working with government clients, the evolving priorities in Norwegian architecture, and the innovative ways schools can adapt to meet the needs of both present and future generations.