Year: 2025-2027 (ongoing)

Client: Skellefteå kommun (via Peab)

Focus: Interior Architecture, Circular Design Strategy, Bespoke Furniture, Learning & Innovation Environments

Architect: LINK Arkitektur

ACE Powerhouse is a new landmark for electrification, innovation and education in northern Sweden. Located in Skellefteå, the building will bring together research, industry and academia within the fields of sustainable energy, battery development and green transition. Designed to meet the highest environmental standards, the project targets certification according to Sweden Green Building Council Miljöbyggnad 4.0, aligning with EU Taxonomy requirements and ambitious circularity goals.

Interesting Times Gang has been appointed to lead the interior architecture and circular concept development for ACE Powerhouse.

Our work spans from early research and concept development to detailed interior design and implementation support. Guided by the principle that energy can neither be created nor destroyed - only transformed, the interior concept explores “Forms of Energy” as a narrative for material reuse, visible resource flows and adaptive environments.

We are responsible for:

- Developing the overarching interior concept and identity

- Designing furniture layouts and bespoke elements across public and workplace areas

- Integrating reused, recycled and bio-based materials into interiors

- Producing technical documentation and procurement briefs

- Supporting production, installation and quality assurance through delivery

The scope includes social spaces such as foyer, café and restaurant areas, co-working environments, learning labs, offices and meeting rooms, ensuring a coherent experience throughout the building.

Images: LINK Arkitektur.