Commercial and cultural complex in Horsens by schmidt hammer lassen architect

A commercial and cultural complex designed by the Scandinavian office schmidt hammer lassen architect will be built in the center of the Danish city of Horsens.
The complex, covering 70,000 m² of floor space, will be located on the site of a former slaughterhouse covering 34,000 m² adjacent to the train station. It will include spaces for recreation, offices, and shops.
The land was purchased by the Danish company A. Enggaard A/S, and the project will be executed in collaboration with the firms braaten+pedersen (specializing in shopping centers) and NIRAS Consulting Engineers. The developer announced a competition for the design of the complex, which included bids from four other offices in addition to schmidt hammer lassen architects.
The plan by schmidt hammer lassen architects was recognized for its dynamic design, which effectively integrates the existing urban fabric with new commercial and recreational spaces.