‘The Opera’ by Henning Larsen
The Opera is the most imposing and impressive monumental building of modern Copenhagen. And it’s the outcome of controversy!
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Krøyers Plads by COBE + VLA
Krøyers Plads is a much-disputed site that finally found its solution in a project displaying modern interpretation of tradition and history.
Copenhill by BIG (Bjarke Ingels Group)
Copenhill has opened the exterior of the waster to power facility as a ski slope and a truly awesome public space! Get up there (after you’ve read this)!
Urban Rigger 2.0 by BIG (Bjarke Ingels Group)
Finally, after years of waiting, the first prototype of the ‘Urban Rigger’ student residence has company, with no less than 5 new units.
LEGO House by BIG
It was almost just too obvious to pick Bjarke Ingels to design the LEGO House in Billund. And likewise, he just had to design it like an upscaled LEGO set.
Mærsk Tower by C. F. Møller Architects
Maersk Tower by C. F. Møller Architects an impressive achievement. The architectural concept is strong and consistent, but not overly so. The spatial layout is varied and with a delicate balance between drama and restrain. A truly Danish quality of architecture. And it features a unique bike fly-over! ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
Social housing by BIG at Dortheavej
Opened recently, BIG has also entered the field of social housing in an upcoming area in north west part of Copenhagen. Dortheavej 2A is a social housing scheme with small and mid size rental apartments.
