Stian Schjelderup is architect and partner in Schjelderup Trondahl arkitekter, a practice that specialises in what they call societal architecture: the understanding of how social, economical, political and managerial mechanisms shape our built environment. The practice is also a partner in Sofienbergprosjektet, an innovation project centered on new use of the Sofienberg church, focusing on local children and youth. Here, he and his practice have taken on an unusual broad role as architects – from initiatice, programming and financing to cultural heritage work, processes with the authorities, project coordination, construction managment and practical implementation.

Stian Schjelderup holds Today's sermon 30 September.