Dalum Paper Mill Odense, Denmark

Perpetuating the fantastic history of what was once Denmark’s largest paper mill by transforming the site to build a new community that creates a seamless unity between city and landscape: that is the vision for the Dalum Paper Mill project. To achieve this ambitious goal, the project principals have adopted a sustainable and holistic strategy that combines the reuse of buildings and materials with user wellbeing and natural space integration.

The master plan provides for the construction of 450 homes by the end of 2024, some of which will be integrated into the existing factory buildings. For example, the oldest of the paper-making machine rooms will be transformed into a large community centre and orangery. Located close to its natural surroundings and with direct links to the nearby city of Odense, the future 45,000-m2 community will also offer cultural activities, shops and leisure facilities for everyone.

150%

The new community’s existing green spaces will be increased by 150% to achieve the highest score possible in qualifying for the DGNB Biodiversity label.

Technical Sheet

• Construction: MT Højgaard

• Master plan: C.F. Møller Architects