Blique by Nobis Press Kit

Originally the vision of seminal architect Sigurd Lewerentz and now updated at the hands of esteemed Swedish architect Gert Wingårdh, the launch of Blique by Nobis marked the rebirth of a modernist landmark. Set between Stockholm’s gallery district of Vasastaden and the up-and-coming area of Hagastaden, the hotel — one of eleven from the Stockholm-based Nobis Hospitality Group — stands not only as a launch point to the capital’s arts scene, but also as a hub for local and traveling creatives.

Here, amid a hotel, a bustling public courtyard, diverse restaurants and bars, and a rooftop terrace, one finds a contemporary meeting point for creatives from the worlds of design, architecture, visual arts, food, and music. Embellished by an industrial aesthetic that seamlessly combines raw steel and concrete, natural materials, and classic design pieces, Blique by Nobis has grown into a thoughtfully curated destination where contemporary design and creative expression meet.

About

Adress

Gävlegatan 18

113 30 Stockholm, Sweden

Manager

Anna Björklund
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Owner

Alessandro Catenacci
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Rooms

249
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Suites

58
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Amenities

Rooftop terrace, cinema, sauna, and gym
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Restaurant

Arc Rooftop, Boketto
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Bar

Origo
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Architecture & Design

Wingårdhs

Design & Architecture

The building that now houses Blique by Nobis was originally designed in 1931 by Sigurd Lewerentz as an office and warehouse for Philips. This historic structure has been renovated in collaboration with Wingårdhs, under the direction of renowned architect Gert Wingårdh. The hotel’s design concept is deeply rooted in Lewerentz’s legacy, where a strict and pared-back architectural foundation meets a refined, handcrafted interior.

Lewerentz’s distinctive warehouse is a striking concrete building defined by its rigorously repetitive façade and a series of smaller windows. The hotel also includes an additional courtyard building, designed in 1990 by Alenius Silfverhielm Åhlund, featuring a softly curved façade with larger openings that allow more natural light. This structure accommodates roughly half of the hotel’s guest rooms.

The design concept is anchored in expansive concrete surfaces and enhanced with raw materials such as sheet steel and metal. To honor the functionalism that defined Lewerentz’s work, Wingårdhs have focused on a limited yet carefully considered palette of materials that serve both decorative and functional purposes.

Contrasting with the austere architectural base is a meticulously crafted interior. Here, timeless design classics in wood and leather — materials that grow more beautiful with age — set the tone. The interior palette ranges from natural hues to deep blacks, with predominant warm brown undertones.

Guests will find iconic pieces such as chairs by Carl Hansen and American designers Charles and Ray Eames, as well as furniture designed specifically for the hotel by Wingårdhs. At Blique by Nobis, guests are invited to experience the tension between the stripped-back and the handcrafted — a dialogue between strict minimalism and soft, artisanal detailing.

Rooms and Suits

The 249 rooms are welcoming, well-planned, and space-efficient. Here, the architects at Wingårdhs have worked with high standards of quality and timeless design. Among the room types are 58 studios equipped with kitchenettes, intended for guests staying in Stockholm for longer periods. These studios offer comforts that help travelers feel at home during extended stays, including Marshall speakers. The hotel also features 50 sleep rooms — windowless rooms designed for guests who prioritize a good night’s rest.

The guest rooms share the same soft grey tone found in the concrete of the hotel’s social spaces. A plush wall-to-wall carpet in tufted natural wool adds warmth underfoot.

The interior is crafted with a focus on tactile materials and thoughtful design, centered around the comfortable Bed Factory bed framed by a headboard in leather or satin-finish laminate.

A smart storage system in black wrought metal contributes to both modularity and the ability for guests to personalize the space with their own belongings. Every room is designed with an intuitive layout, making it easy for guests to immediately understand how the space is intended to be used.

The bathrooms, compact yet well-considered, are clad in a crisp white terrazzo with subtle amber flecks that tie the palette together with the warm tones of the room’s interior. Guests will also find bathroom amenities from Swedish brand Byredo.

Restaurants and bars

Two restaurants, three bars, and a rooftop terrace with unbeatable views over Stockholm complement the hotel and event operations. The restaurants serve dishes inspired by European and Asian culinary traditions, grounded in well-balanced and flavorful cooking.

ARC Rooftop

ARC Rooftop is located twelve floors above the city, offering one of Stockholm’s most striking views, where the historic skyline meets the emerging architecture of Hagastaden. The restaurant serves a shared dining experience inspired by Southeast Asian food culture, reinterpreted with a modern twist and complemented by Scandinavian ingredients. The menu is built around the balance of sweetness, acidity, salt, and heat — the four cornerstones of ARC’s culinary identity — with influences from family recipes, food markets, and street food traditions.

A strong focus on locally grown produce runs throughout the concept. During the warmer months, the kitchen uses vegetables, fresh herbs, and edible flowers grown in the property’s courtyard garden. In winter, microgreens cultivated in ARC’s own greenroom ensure vibrant flavors year-round.

The bar follows the same philosophy, serving cocktails crafted with precision and a respect for each ingredient, reflecting the flavor profiles found in the kitchen.

Surrounded by a 360-degree panorama of Stockholm, ARC Rooftop offers a contemporary dining and drinking experience rooted in craft, flavor, and exceptional views.

Boketto

Bino is a lively and inviting spot where the energy of Southern Europe meets the elegance of Stockholm. At its heart stands a classic zinc bar, setting the tone for an informal yet refined atmosphere. With an open kitchen, guests are able to smell, taste and observe the craft behind each dish, evoking the vibrant spirit of Italian and Spanish neighborhood bars.

During the spring and summer months, Bino extends out onto the square.

Origo

Origo, the bar located in the hotel’s urban lounge, sits adjacent to the reception. Open throughout the day, it serves coffee, beer, and cocktails accompanied by a selection of snacks and small bites.

At Origo, guests can work, enjoy the art, or ease into the evening through a vibrant program that includes live music, stand-up performances, and DJ sets.

Sustainability

At Blique by Nobis, sustainability is a central part of the hotel's philosophy. The aim is to offer an experience that is both inspiring and responsible, where thoughtful design is paired with environmentally conscious choices. The hotel is certified with the Nordic Swan Ecolabel and works actively to reduce its climate impact through smart recycling, circular initiatives, and sustainable practices in its restaurants.

Nordic Swan Ecolabel

The Nordic Swan Ecolabel is one of the most recognized environmental certifications in the Nordic region, setting high standards for energy and water consumption, waste management, and chemical use. Being certified means that the hotel continuously develops and improves its operations to become even more sustainable.

Circular Initiatives

Blique by Nobis embraces the principle of giving materials a new life. Candle holders and vases are crafted from repurposed beer bottles in collaboration with Återbrukshyttan, reflecting the hotel’s commitment to transforming waste into beautiful and functional design elements.

Conference staff uniforms are made from reclaimed hotel linens through a partnership with TINI garments, allowing textiles to be reused rather than discarded.

Sustainable food and beverage choices

In the conference and event spaces, as well as in the hotel bar Origo, Blique by Nobis collaborates with Klimato to measure and reduce the carbon footprint of the food served. Each dish is ranked according to its climate impact, making it easier for guests to choose more sustainable options.

About Nobis Hospitality Group

Alessandro Catenacci is the driving force behind many of Stockholm’s top restaurants, nightclubs and hotels. His Italian name may reveal his Roman origins, but a distinctly Scandinavian sense of luxury is obvious in everything Catenacci does. Most of all he hopes to offer guests places where they can feel as comfortable and humbly selfassured as he is. “I sometimes look at myself in the mirror and think, ‘Am I really good at anything, or was it just luck’?”

Back in 1987, Catenacci bought the Stockholm-based restaurant empire belonging to Scandinavian culinary great Tore Wretman - including Café Opera, Operakällaren, the Riche, and Stallmästaregården. This savvy purchase became the launching point for what now includes seven top-tier hotels in addition to the restaurants and nightspots. Catenacci’s ease makes his success look as if luck were indeed a factor, but it is actually the result of a long-term vision, hard work, and an intuitive business sense.

His company, the Nobis Group, has grown consistently over the more than two decades that have passed since that smart deal was made. The conglomerate’s philosophy, in many ways, combines the best of Catenacci’s Italian heritage - a heady approach to fine food and a keen eye for quality - and the utmost in Scandinavian understatement. ​
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Other hotels within Nobis Hospitality Group:

Nobis Hotel Stockholm - Stockholm

Nobis Hotel Copenhagen - Copenhagen

Nobis Hotel Palma - Palma

Miss Clara by Nobis - Stockholm

Concepció by Nobis - Palma

Hotel Skeppsholmen - Stockholm

Hotel J - Stockholm

Hagastrand - Stockholm

Stallmästaregården - Stockholm

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