Sluseholmen
by SJOERD SOETERS,ARKITEMA in Copenhagen, Denmark
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Author SJOERD SOETERS,ARKITEMA
City Copenhagen
Country Denmark
Year 2008
Program Residential development
Technical Info
Site area 116200 sqm
Gfa 0 sqm
Density 0 far
Population density 0 inh/ha
Home Units: 1350
Jobs 0
Streetsroad: 0 %
Buildup: 0 %
NonBuild-up: 0 %
Residential 0 %
Business 0 %
Commercial 0 %
Civic 0 %
Description

    Location and History

     

  • The district is a new canal area in Sydhavnen with strong Dutch architectural references.
  • Previously an industrial area, it has been transformed to accommodate 1,350 households, offering waterside living with convenient access to the city.
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    Housing and Architecture

     

  • The area features diverse individual houses and lively squares, typical of Danish housing.
  • The district is composed of eight housing islands, connected by bridges and surrounded by wharfs, creating a charming and quaint atmosphere.
  • Each housing island consists of townhouses and continuous streets along the canals, drawing from traditional Dutch designs.
  • Facade designs vary across the district, with a shared shell structure that contributes to a classic Amsterdam-inspired feel, creating identifiable neighborhoods.
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    Water as a Central Element

     

  • Water plays a decisive role in the design, with townhouses lining the canals, and streets designed to enhance the waterfront experience.
  • The district alternates between intimate canal environments and open views of the surrounding harbor, giving residents a dynamic living experience.
  • Bridges, jetties, and water stairs provide residents with direct access to the water.
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    Public Spaces and Community Features

     

  • Neighborhood squares serve as common living and play areas, featuring green oases at their centers.
  • Each apartment quadrant has a semi-open courtyard that provides access to water channels and vibrant common areas.
  • Shared amenities like sand pits, playgrounds, picnic benches, BBQs, and vegetable boxes foster a strong community atmosphere.
  • Residents are encouraged to engage with the water through shared kayaks and a local harbor bath.
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