Critical infrastructure encompasses the systems and structures essential to the functioning of our society. These may support economic or social functions, such as health, transport, energy, information, food supply, or security, and architecture plays a central role in many of these domains. When buildings that support critical functions fail to operate, the consequences extend beyond the site itself, potentially compromising public safety or interrupting access to vital resources.
UdforskTotal system for district heating, cooling and wastewater
Energy & Industry
Nordhavn Energy Centre
Nordhavn, Denmark
Gottlieb Paludan Architects is responsible for the architectural work on HOFORS' new combined energy and cooling center in Nordhavn, which will supply the current and future residents of Nordhavn as the area develops.
The district cooling center appears as an elongated volume located between Sundkrogsgade and Kranpark. The design of the plant reflects a long-term planning approach as it takes into account potential future changes and additions to the various utilities as Nordhavn develops.
Client
HOFOR
Status
Completed
Size
3450 m2
Year
2023
Collaborators
COWI
Areas of Expertise
Photos
Gottlieb Paludan Architects
The two long sides face east and west respectively
Due to different conditions on each of these two sides, the architectural strategy is to adapt to the surroundings by treating the two facades differently.
The east facade faces the city and is seen by passers-by. Here, the approach is towards the Nordhavn neighborhood, and the facade appears with an urban expression. The facade alternates between closed areas and glass sections that establish a dialog between the city and the cooling plant's process facilities.
The west facade is oriented towards the future crane park and forms the back of the open and green west-facing area. The facade appears closed and with a treatment that makes it feel like a natural extension of the park. A trellis of vertical wooden slats will be installed, which will serve as a base for climbing plants and greenery.
Billedetekst mangler
Billedetekst mangler, foto: Illustration fra By og Havns hjemmeside
Due to the different conditions of the building facades, the architectural strategy is to adapt to the surroundings by treating the two facades differently.
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Thomas Bonde-Hansen
Creative DirectorArchitect MAA
tbh@gottliebpaludan.com+45 4171 8297