The transformation of the former Linex factory in Rødovre, on the outskirts of Copenhagen, is a climate- and economically responsible transformation, where existing structures are adapted to create a modern shared facility for the municipality’s home care services and an assistive equipment depot, enhancing benefits for employees, operations, and the environment.
The transformation emphasises the site’s original qualities and the strong potential of its industrial architecture. The architectural approach involves minimal and precise interventions that preserve the original structural logic and materials. The transformation thus respects the buildings’ characteristic concrete grid and large spans, offering flexibility for new functions while minimising the need for additional resources.
Special attention is paid to creating a working environment that fosters collaboration between teams and close interaction between management and staff. The entire building complex, made up of five buildings constructed from 1940 to 1970, has been transformed while respecting its preserved façades of yellow and red brick, as well as the distinctive production halls with shed roofs and skylights.
Responsible solutions based on the existing structures
The transformation promotes climate and economic responsibility by reusing existing resources and materials in buildings. It extends the lifespan of the structures through adapting functions to their current form and optimising energy performance, operations, and maintenance. Resource mapping and environmental screening are part of the consultancy services, supporting informed decisions about environmental impact and waste management.
The outdoor areas are adapted to the new functions and equipped with bicycle parking, charging stations, and access for heavy vehicles, along with a new ramp for depot entry. Existing natural assets, including a protected tree, are preserved and incorporated into the overall plan.
The project embodies a long-term and responsible strategy for transforming existing building stock, emphasising human and environmental benefits at its centre.
