The original designs by Norwegian architects Snøhetta would have made the gallery part of the harbour itself.

The main building was designed by Norwegian architect, Gisle Jakhelln.

Fredrik Torp (born 24 May 1937) is a Norwegian architect.

Kristin Jarmund (born 26 September 1954) is a Norwegian architect.

Guthorm Kavli (1917-1995) was a Norwegian architect and writer.

He quickly became the leading Norwegian architect of his generation.

Kjell Kosberg (born 8 April 1953) is a Norwegian architect.

He was from a family of Norwegian architects.

Kjell Lund (born 1927) is a Norwegian architect, songwriter and singer.

Knut Hjeltnes (born 16 March 1961) is a Norwegian architect.