Martin Otterbeck and Agnete Brun bought an old, rusty oil tank that once held 200,000 liters (53,000 gallons) of diesel and transformed it into a modern home with panoramic 360-degree views of the surrounding Norwegian fjord.
source.image: Kirsten Dirksen
As a trained carpenter, Martin did all the work himself, drawing on his nautical experience to craft custom built-ins that maximize space within the tank’s curved walls.
Walking through Skrova with Martin, we visited a neighbor building an annex to his home, which like Martin’s own home was inspired by boats; in this case, he created an” upside-down-boat” design for a monolithic roof.
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The oil tank is furnished with a modern interior, and contains all conveniences, including wireless internet. 1st floor: Kitchen with dishwasher, dining table, hallway and bedroom with bunk bed. The lower berth is 120 wide, the upper berth is 90. 2nd floor: Bedroom with double bed, 160 wide, hallway, bathroom with shower and wc with a view. 3rd floor: Large living room with 360° view to the magnificent Lofoten mountains. A temporary sofa bed with room for one person.
