Kongelunden

Our approach to this project has been via three structures, Nature, Culture and Social. The structures make it possible for culture and nature to coexist, for humans and animals to become neighbours. Nature: this comes from a thorough understanding of the spatial value of forests and meadows, and how they benefit humans and animals. Our response was to create spaces for a variety of biotopes, each connection, so all visitors can travel safely through the landscape regardless of how many legs they have. Culture: A football stadium, horse racing track, handball court, velodrome and tennis court are housed under one roof. Previously they were neighbours with their back turned against each other, now they have been united in one sports and cultural destination. This not only accommodates sports but also festivals, concerts, theatres, large events, drawing visitors from all over Denmark. Social: The site connects the suburbs with the sea and the city centre to the north with the forest to the south. The social structure is the corridor between culture and nature, where in between, everything can happen. It is the spine where institutions and organisations can sprawl and interact; a place where people can meet and live.