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Nature & Climate

At Gottlieb Paludan Architects, we view the interaction between nature, climate, and architecture as the foundation for creating sustainable and relevant solutions. We believe that a strong society is built on a harmonious balance between people and nature, where we collaborate with - rather than work against - natural processes. In a time of climate change and biodiversity crisis, it is more important than ever to develop solutions that integrate nature considerations and climate resilience. Our approach combines technical and aesthetic aspects to create projects that strengthen both nature and community.

Analysis as the foundation for nature and climate solutions

Creating nature and climate solutions requires systematic analysis and holistic thinking. At Gottlieb Paludan Architects, we conduct thorough early-stage analyses of an area’s natural qualities, climatic challenges, and potentials to establish clear objectives for both climate resilience and biodiversity. This approach ensures projects are economically sustainable, reduces future operational costs, and enables the right decisions to be made from the outset. In this way, each project becomes an investment in the future of both climate and nature. We develop scenarios for land use and climate solutions that integrate stormwater management, ecological restoration, and biodiversity-enhancing measures. Our solutions actively engage with the surroundings and create added value for both nature and users.

Our approach

We prioritize the whole in everything we do. For us, this means that architecture must balance technical requirements, visual quality, and functional value. Our approach is rooted in close collaboration with the client and a deep understanding of the specific context. Through integrated consulting, we ensure that all aspects of a project — from design and economics to biodiversity and climate — work together. At the same time, we simplify complex processes to provide clear and straightforward solution proposals. We see beauty as an integrated value that highlights the core idea of the project and adds sustainability both aesthetically and functionally.

What can you expect as a client or partner?

When you collaborate with Gottlieb Paludan Architects, you receive close dialogue and dedicated professional commitment. We offer services such as analyses, goal setting, visualisations, material selection, and strategic advice. We help prioritise resources and solutions so that the full potential of the project is realised - without compromising either sustainability or functionality.

We also actively work to create a strong narrative around projects. Our solutions often include communication opportunities that raise awareness about the project’s values and create proud users and stakeholders.

Our experience

Gottlieb Paludan Architects has many years of experience with nature and climate projects both in Denmark and internationally. Our portfolio ranges from urban rainwater solutions in city centers to extensive ecological restoration in open landscapes. As specialists in the placement and integration of technical facilities and infrastructure, we possess unique competencies in incorporating nature and climate considerations into projects that make a real and measurable difference for both environment and society. With projects like Solrødgård Climate and Environment Park and several award-nominated solutions, we demonstrate how architecture and landscape design can strengthen societal sustainability and future resilience.

Selected projects within Nature & Climate

Nature & ClimateGladsaxe and Herlev, Denmark

Adapting the landscape to climate change

Nature & ClimateHillerød, Denmark

Climate and Environment Park integrates utilities, climate adaptation and landscape park

Nature & ClimateBillund, Denmark

A climate-adapted energy landscape rich in nature and recreation

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Marise has particular expertise in the development of large scale ‘technical landscapes’ in connection with infrastructure projects such as transport corridors or energy production.

Her focus lies on the integration of landscape qualities and technical functions, balancing requirements to create value for clients, nature and citizens alike. Marise has extensive experience in preparing and communicating landscape analyses, for example in connection with landscape plans of any scale, holistic plans and solution proposals for urban planning and urban space projects, rainwater management and EIA reports.

In addition, Marise has developed her skills in CO2 calculations for landscape projects as well as in the field of biodiversity. She devotes most of her time on master plans, landscape analyses, competitions, drafting, idea and concept development, communication and on writing publications.

Marise Hansen

Head of Nature & Climate, Project ManagerLandscape Architect

mha@gottliebpaludan.com+45 4171 8298

Our sectors

We are architects specialising in infrastructure. The development and design of society's basic functions is a key professional task for us.

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Civic & Commercial

Commercial and administrative buildings must support both efficient operations and a meaningful everyday experience. We design functional and well-performing environments that reflect the identity of organisations and create value for users and local communities.

Energy & Industry

Energy facilities and industrial buildings are key to the green transition. We design technical infrastructure that combines function, safety, and aesthetics – adding value for both people and their surroundings.

Life Science

Life Science demands precision and innovation. We deliver tailored solutions for the life science and pharmaceutical industries with a focus on meeting strict regulatory, quality and efficiency standards.

Metro & Railway

Well-functioning metro and railway systems play a vital role in connecting people's daily lives. We develop and design functional and safe stations that support accessibility, flow, and positive experiences for all users.

Product Design

Product design combines function and aesthetics. We develop products that are both user-friendly and durable while adding value to the everyday experience.

Urban Development & Mobility

Cities are in constant transformation. We develop solutions that promote connectivity, mobility and quality of life – creating value across urban spaces, infrastructure and local communities.

Water & Utilities

Water is essential for life and one of society's most important resources. We design water and utility infrastructure that supports robust systems while adding value to their surroundings.