Jon Haga Grov is an architect who studied at the Aarhus School of Architecture (2022). He takes a phenomenological approach to architecture, with a particular interest in tectonics and materiality, often expressed through studies and investigations of vernacular building traditions. Contextualised architecture that interacts with local surroundings and premises are important factors in his work. Within today's complex societal challenges, this can be expressed through use of waste materials, recycling and planning for extended lifespan in our built environment. His working methodology often involves physical experimentation and testing in a 1:1 scale, as well as trying to shorten the path between drawing and construction.
Jon has been interested in how people in his region for centuries have built in harsh climates and with limited resources, leading to distinct structures rooted in local traditions. He believes that now, perhaps more than ever, it is important that we build with and not against our surroundings, adapting to our local climates and using local resources in intelligent ways.
Coming to Indonesia, Jon is interested in practicing architecture as a universal language capable of adapting to and learning from new building cultures and traditions in collaboration with other architects, artists and craftsmen.
Image 1: Column Pine Bricks
Image 2: Offcuts Pine Bricks
Image 3: Stool
Image 4: Model Wooden workshop
