Green Lighthouse Copenhagen, Denmark

2008- Christensen&Co Arkitekter Project Information: Project: 950 m² Type: Competition Client: Danish University and Property Agency Users Faculty of Science, University of Copenhagen Collaborators: Hellerup Byg, Cowi Green Lighthouse, the new facilities for the Faculty of Science at the University of Copenhagen, sets a very high standard for sustainability and for low carbon footprint while still providing the occupants with plenty of daylight, generous spaces and transparent materials. Dubbed the 'sundial' due to its cylindrical shape and adjustable façade louvres which allow light to twist around the building following the sun, the structural design is used to reduce CO2 emissions. The building will literally become a source of renewable energy and serve as a showcase at the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen next year. The building, that seamlessly merge the fields of architecture, engineering and groundbreaking technologies into one exciting building, takes a holistic approach to architecture, light, healthy indoor environment and sustainability. By virtue of its central position the building will be the hub of life on the so-called "Nørre Campus" which is part of the University Park. The building will be a free-standing structure with direct access from several directions in the park, which has undergone extensive renovation. With its round shape and green cladding the building will stand out as a strong visual landmark for the campus. Providing 950 m² of space on three levels, the Green Lighthouse, (green both physically and figuratively), will house a student advisory, administration of the university and a faculty club. Green Lighthouse Copenhagen Building images / information from Christensen&Co Arkitekter 271108