Woods Augusthus
A circular framework for work, stay and everyday life
Circular economy, sustainability, health and community. These are some of the key principles behind Woods Augusthus in Copenhagen – a hybrid building that brings together hotel, restaurant, café, serviced offices and grocery store in one integrated structure. The project explores how contemporary buildings can do more than host functions: by opening up, connecting to their surroundings and giving something back to the city.
Location
Copenhagen, Denmark
Area
21 500 m2
Typology
Mixed use
Collaborators
Arkitema
Niras
Einar Kornerup A/S
Year
2017 – 2020
Status
Completed
Client
Tetris A/S
NREP
Services
Architectural consulting
DGNB auditing




At Woods Augusthus, multifunctionality is not an add-on but a core architectural driver. The building is conceived as an open and accessible framework rather than a closed commercial entity, where overlapping functions create activity throughout the day. Work, hospitality and everyday life coexist, enabling a more efficient use of space and responding to changing patterns of work and community. This approach reflects a shift towards more flexible and shared environments, where spatial qualities support both concentration, collaboration and social interaction.




Circular principles and wellbeing are integrated from the outset. The building is designed to accommodate change over time, allowing programmes to shift without major structural interventions. Materials such as reused bricks and timber reduce resource consumption while contributing to a tactile and enduring architectural expression, while indoor climate, daylight and material choices support both comfort and long-term usability. Woods Augusthus is DGNB Gold certified, reflecting a holistic approach where environmental, social and economic aspects are addressed as interconnected parts of the same architectural ambition.







