Svaneke water tower

The mayor, Emil Andersen, had just been discussing the matter with Preben Vistesen from Aalborg who had previous experience in the area.

On his way back to Aalborg, Vistesen happened to meet Jørn Utzon in Copenhagen where they were both waiting for their return flight and had some time on their hands.

Over a cup of coffee, Vistesen told him about Svaneke's intention to build a water tower and asked whether he would be interested in helping with the design.

[2] The pyramidal water tank is supported by three slender ferro-concrete legs which meet at the top of the tower.

The water tower's tank supported by three sloping concrete legs make the structure thin but powerful.