Founded by Dan Stubbergaard in 2006, Cobe runs its Copenhagen studio with access to a laboratory on a 1:1 scale, aiming to outline the solutions for tomorrow’s architectural challenges.
As part of this mission, the firm now initiates a new project — The Future Danish Parliament — which aims to, literally, open the doors to accessibility and engagement with the public. The concept combines contemporary architecture with modern functionality and protection of Danish cultural heritage. It will restore and transform the listed historic buildings and expand and reorganise the Parliament entrance experience with a new visitor centre, allowing more citizens to learn about democracy in general and the People’s Assembly’s work in particular.
The design is inspired by an ancient amphitheatre where underground passages connect the parliament with surrounding historical buildings. In the middle of the descending staircase — which leads to the entrance of the visitor’s centre — a single imposing tree named the People’s Tree symbolises the roots of democracy and aims to give the urban space a welcoming character.
The balance between new materials and recycled materials will be measured by using LCAs (life cycle analyses), aiming to support innovation and the green transition in the Danish construction industry.
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