The new Port Centre unites many of the central functions at the Port of Aarhus in a central building complex, which is designed to form an extremely flexible facility.

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Architects: C.F. Møller Architect

Location: Aarhus, Denmark

Landscape: C.F. Møller Landscape

Area: 13000.0 sqm

Project Year: 2015

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From the architect. The new Port Centre unites many of the central functions at the Port of Aarhus in a central building complex, which is designed to form an extremely flexible facility.

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The five-storey building, with a total area of 13,000 m², includes port administration offices, workshops and warehousing, a customer reception centre, security management, canteen and staff welfare facilities as well as a public cafeteria.
Floor Plan

There are also commercial units for lease to port-related businesses, which create a cluster of activities sharing a variety of functions. Users are a highly diverse group, including Port of Aarhus staff, tradesmen, dock workers, truck drivers and visitors.

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Inspired by the desire to achieve an optimal long-term flexibility and adaptability, the concept of the centre resembles an ice crystal. The initial complex around ...