Søren Robert Lund Architects - Netbureau Araneum Headquarters

Søren Robert Lund Architects
Netbureau Araneum Headquarters
Building 90, Holmen
Copenhagen, Denmark

With its distinct architecture and location Building 90, a former U-boat assembly-plant, contributes to the preservation of the unique atmosphere on Holmen.

Photo: arcspace

The design of the new headquarters for a multimedia business involved the conversion of the U-boat assembly plant, built during the first half of the 20th century, and the addition of two smaller connecting buildings.

The concept behind the design was to create flexible open workstations, respecting individual needs, and promote communication between co-workers.

Photo: arcspace

Lund used the symmetry of the old E-shaped building, arranged around a central staircase tower, as a contrast to the design of the new additions. Both additions are modern interpretations of the industrial architecture with their glass and steel facades. The Main Entrance and Canteen are located in the new buildings that both have roof terraces.

Photo: arcspace

The building is entered from a new waterfront Plaza paved with pale colored asphalt. In the conversion of the interior Lund has kept the feeling of the former U-boat plant by exposing heavy details and using industrial materials.

Photo: arcspace

To preserve the experience of the tremendous volume of the assembly-hall the two new floors, constructed at a shipyard, are designed as hanging decks and literally slid into place. To emphasize the "hanging deck" feeling, and the 14 meter ceiling height, open spaces are left between the floors and the exterior walls.
The former canal that extended into the space has been filled with concrete.

Photo: arcspace

The Traverse Crane, that was built to lift over 20 metric ton, has been preserved and renovated with all of its characteristic elements.

Photo: arcspace

Flexible and mobile partitions will be used, between the workstations, elevators and staircases, on the two new decks and the ground floor.
The wood and linoleum floors, steel ceiling and staircases, reflect the history of Building 90 and Holmen.

Model photo courtesy Søren Robert Lund Architects

Drawing courtesy Søren Robert Lund Architects
West facade

Drawing courtesy Søren Robert Lund Architects
Longitudinal Section

Drawing courtesy Søren Robert Lund Architects
Cross Section

Completed 2002

Total Area: 4,200 square meters

Client: Netbureau Araneu

Architects: Søren Robert Lund Architects

Project Team:
Søren Robert Lund
Christian Lund
Ane Ebbeskov Olsen
Jonas Berglund

September 8, 2003

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		Søren Robert Lund Architects Netbureau Araneum Headquarters Building 90, Holmen Copenhagen, Denmark With its distinct architecture and location Building 90, a former U-boat assembly-plant, contributes to the preservation of the unique atmosphere on Holmen. Photo: arcspace The design of the new headquarters for a multimedia business involved the conversion of the U-boat assembly plant, built during the first half of the 20th century, and the addition of two smaller connecting buildings. The concept behind the design was to create flexible open workstations, respecting individual needs, and promote communication between co-workers. Photo: arcspace Lund used the symmetry of the old E-shaped building, arranged around a central staircase tower, as a contrast to the design of the new additions. Both additions are modern interpretations of the industrial architecture with their glass and steel facades. The Main Entrance and Canteen are located in the new buildings that both have roof terraces. Photo: arcspace Photo: arcspace The building is entered from a new waterfront Plaza paved with pale colored asphalt. In the conversion of the interior Lund has kept the feeling of the former U-boat plant by exposing heavy details and using industrial materials. Photo: arcspace Photo: arcspace To preserve the experience of the tremendous volume of the assembly-hall the two new floors, constructed at a shipyard, are designed as hanging decks and literally slid into place. To emphasize the "hanging deck" feeling, and the 14 meter ceiling height, open spaces are left between the floors and the exterior walls. The former canal that extended into the space has been filled with concrete. Photo: arcspace Photo: arcspace The Traverse Crane, that was built to lift over 20 metric ton, has been preserved and renovated with all of its characteristic elements. Photo: arcspace Photo: arcspace Flexible and mobile partitions will be used, between the workstations, elevators and staircases, on the two new decks and the ground floor. The wood and linoleum floors, steel ceiling and staircases, reflect the history of Building 90 and Holmen. Model photo courtesy Søren Robert Lund Architects Drawing courtesy Søren Robert Lund Architects West facade Drawing courtesy Søren Robert Lund Architects Longitudinal Section Drawing courtesy Søren Robert Lund Architects Cross Section Completed 2002 Total Area: 4,200 square meters Client: Netbureau Araneu Architects: Søren Robert Lund Architects Project Team: Søren Robert Lund Christian Lund Ane Ebbeskov Olsen Jonas Berglund September 8, 2003 Søren Robert Lund arcspace features