Strategic Material Choice: Why Mass Timber?
The choice of timber was driven by a commitment to significantly reduce the building's climate footprint. WoodHub features a documented low-carbon structure that reduces CO2 emissions by 5,400 tonnes over a 50-year lifespan compared to conventional materials.

"Timber has a dual quality," explains Hasløv. "It stores carbon and lowers the building’s overall CO2 footprint, while also creating a warm, healthy indoor climate. By combining glulam and CLT (cross-laminated timber), we achieve both the necessary structural strength and a high sensorial quality ".

Architecture for People: Atmosphere and Urban Context
For C.F. Møller Architects, atmosphere and user experience are critical to architectural success.

"When you step inside WoodHub, you instantly sense the material — its scent, warmth, and changing appearance with light and seasons. It gives the building a living character," says Hasløv.

The design is carefully integrated into the city of Odense:
• Urban Integration: The building steps down in height to match its surroundings, with red-brown aluminium façades echoing the city's traditional brick architecture.
• Nature in the Workplace: Green courtyards, roof terraces, and a central atrium support biodiversity and employee well-being by encouraging visibility and knowledge-sharing.

A Signal for the Future
WoodHub proves that climate responsibility, architectural quality, and budget considerations can coexist. It sets a vital precedent for future sustainable construction.
As Hasløv concludes: "Public buildings should set the example. WoodHub shows that these goals reinforce one another rather than conflict ".