Cigarrkiosken i Lund: kolonirörelsens ideal i nutida gestaltning

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to investigate issues concerning the design and content of early twentieth-century allotment gardens and how these historical ideals can be adapted to contemporary conditions. The study combines historical source analysis, site analysis, and a process applied to a proposal for the demonstration garden Cigarrkiosken in Lund. The results show that early allotment garden ideals were characterized by clear, regular structures, functional spatial organization, and efficient land use, often combining utilitarian and ornamental planting while maintaining a rich sensory expression. The analysis further indicates that while such historical principles can be implemented today, tensions arise between spatial order and experiential qualities, as well as in relation to accessibility, maintenance and pedagogical requirements. The study concludes that historically grounded designs call for interpretation rather than replication, and that and that successful contemporary applications depend on balancing authenticity with practical demands. It also highlights the need for further research on integrating historical garden ideals into modern public environments.