We are thrilled to announce that the Centre for Health has been named winner of the 2026 UIA International Innovative Design for Health Award — a significant recognition celebrating architecture and research that protect, promote and restore human health.
Initiated by the City of Copenhagen, Centre for Health addresses the rising need for holistic treatment employing thoughtful architecture to restore dignity, promote physical activity, foster rehabilitation, and improve quality of life for individuals affected by lifestyle-related illnesses.
Congratulations to our client Byggeri København and the entire team: Bisgaard Landscape, ABC Rådgivende Ingeniører, Spangenberg & Madsen and Einer Kornerup.
The official award ceremony will be held on 2 July 2026 during the UIA World Congress of Architects (@uia2026bcn ) in Barcelona.
Images: @adammork
In the archipelagos of Arctic Norway, The Whale is taking shape. Its foundations, columns and beams are now in place, clearly revealing the building’s geometry on the waterfront of Andøya.
With construction rapidly progressing, @thewhaleandoy is scheduled to open in the summer of 2027 in Andenes, a town in Northern Norway surrounded by vast mountain and ocean landscapes.
Read more about the future Arctic attraction via the link in bio.
Team: @mariannelevinsenlandskab , @ralph_appelbaum_associates , @norconsult , TAMSCHICK MEDIA+SPACE and HENT AS.
Photos: Terje Løkke
We are honoured to share that Dorte Mandrup has been named recipient of the Rungstedlund Prize 2026.
The Rungstedlund Foundation, established by Karen Blixen in 1958, awards the prize annually to a cultural figure who has made a significant contribution in one of the many subjects of interest for the late Danish author, or who has otherwise distinguished themselves in a way that reflects Blixen’s spirit.
«Dorte Mandrup’s architecture always relates to nature – both in the context of a future building and as a phenomenon. Like Karen Blixen, Mandrup has understood that nature precedes all art. Mandrup’s groundbreaking architecture makes her an obvious recipient of the Rungstedlund Prize 2026,» says Michael Bjørn Nellemann, Chair of the Rungstedlund Foundation.
We extend our thanks to the Rungstedlund Foundation, @karenblixenrungstedlund and the Municipality of Hørsholm for this recognition.
Learn more via the link in bio.
Portrait: Volker Renner
Images: @adammork
Render: @mir.no
The Crafts College has been recognised at the Monocle Design Awards 2026. Selected as one of 25 winners celebrating the best of design and architecture, the college in Herning caught Monocle magazine’s eye as one of the year’s most beautiful buildings.
Monocle visited the school earlier this year and spoke to students about their experience of living and learning at the Crafts College:
«It’s really inspiring to live here. You want to work better when you see all of the skill that has been put into this building,» says Emilie Mølgaard, a 20-year-old apprentice machine carpenter.
Thank you to Monocle, the college’s headmaster Flemming Moestrup, and to all the students who shared their experiences. Congratulations to the team: Fonden for Håndværkskollegier, BRFfonden, Kristine Jensen Landscape, @henninglarsenarchitects , Artelia Denmark, @fortheloveoflightcph and C.C. Contractor A/S.
Images: @adammork
Anna Lindh Haus is currently under construction in Berlin’s emerging neighbourhood Europacity.
One year ahead of completion, CA Immo’s multi-tenant office building has achieved full occupancy. As the first timber-hybrid building in the rapidly evolving district, the project brings together resilient design and a human-centred approach to the modern workplace.
Together with AUKETT + HEESE, Buro Happold, RSP Remmel + Sattler, Ruß Ingenieure, Friedburg and HHVH, we look forward to seeing Anna Lindh Haus move towards completion.
Learn more about the project via the link in our bio.
Centre for Health is featured in the latest issue of @detailmagazine , examining healthcare buildings and the ways thoughtful design can shape and support the healing process. In the feature, editor Julia Liese explores the centre, the ideas behind it, and its structure through a conversation with Kasper Pilemand, Partner and Head of Projects at Dorte Mandrup.
«It was clear to us right away that there should be no hospital atmosphere and no clinical, sterile surfaces. As essential design parameters, nature and light were much more important. The knowledge on how architecture for health is supposed to look like has been available for some time. We just need to apply it,» says Kasper Pilemand.
Read the full feature in DETAIL 4.2026, ‘Healthcare Buildings’
Photos: @adammork
The Academy of Architecture of France – @academie_architecture – has welcomed Dorte Mandrup as an Honorary Member.
Since its foundation in 1840, the society has promoted architectural excellence by advancing research, preserving architectural heritage, and fostering dialogue among architects and related professionals in France and internationally.
We thank the members of the assembly for electing Dorte to join the Academy.
Learn more about the distinction via the link in our bio.
Photo: Volker Renner
Kangiata Illorsua, @ilulissat_isfjordscentret , tells the story of ice, of humankind and evolution on both a local and global scale and relates to the history of time – sitting lightly on the Greenlandic bedrock – the oldest one in the world.
The centre is a public space - a gateway between the town of Ilulissat and the wilderness beyond.
Photos: @adammork
We are thrilled to announce that founder Dorte Mandrup has been named Honorary Fellow of The American Institute of Architects (AIA), a distinction awarded by the jury in acknowledgment of her notable contributions to the advancement of the architectural profession.
Thank you to the @aianational and the members of the Jury of Honorary Fellows for the recognition.
Photo: Tuala Hjarnø
6 out of 6 hearts for the Crafts College!
Architecture critic at the Danish daily @politiken ,
Karsten R.S. Ifversen, recently visited the Crafts College and left a generous review on the front page of the culture section.
The article examines the form, material choices and construction methods chosen to highlight the value of craft and to create a strong sense of belonging among the young apprentices.
Pick up a copy to read the full review, or online via our bio.
Congratulations to the team: Fonden for Håndværkskollegier, BRFfonden, Kristine Jensen Landscape, Henning Larsen, Artelia Denmark, fortheloveoflight and C.C. Contractor.
Photos: @adammork
Centre for Health has been shortlisted for the European Union Prize for Contemporary Architecture – Mies van der Rohe Awards 2026! Out of 410 nominations, we are proud be among the 40 works chosen by the jury.
Read more about the EUmies Awards 2026 and Centre for Health via the link in our bio.
Congratulations to the entire team: Byggeri København, Bisgaard Landscape, ABC - Rådgivende Ingeniører and Spangenberg & Madsen.
Photos: @adammork
Centre for Health receives Hovedstadens Forskønnelsespris 2026!
The project has been awarded by Foreningen Hovedstadens Forskønnelse (Association for the Beautification of the Capital) for its ambitious intent and convincing ability to provide a supportive setting that can improve the quality of life for people living with chronic illnesses.
Congratulations to our client Byggeri København and collaborators from Bisgaard Landscape, ABC Rådgivende Ingeniører and Spangenberg & Madsen.
Photos: @adammork
