Indoors horse riding is for many enthusiasts the best way to endure a long and severe winter. Indoor riding schools and arenas are nothing new in a country like Sweden. Most of these buildings are quite old plain wooden constructions that keep the weather as well as the scarce winter light out.

But a private horse riding arena in Billinge, Sweden, where the architect sourced natural wood, aluminium and glass to create a light and open atmosphere – gives the riders a taste of the outdoor experience. In order to catch as much sun as possible without letting the massive roof overshadow the surrounding buildings, the field was sunk one metre to ensure the desired spaciousness.

Sapa Building System’s insulated 4150 glazed façade and 1074 window systems contribute to give indoor riders a good view of the world outside.