Snøhetta and WERK Arkitekter have released visuals of a community centre for water sports on the coast of Esbjerg, Denmark, which will be made from wood.

Named Lanternen, the circular facility is designed by Snøhetta and WERK Arkitekter to evoke "the geometry and craftmanship of boats" in a bid to set it apart from other buildings in the seaport town.
Set for completion in 2021, the building will accommodate multiple water sports clubs, boat storage, training facilities, a large workshop and social spaces.

"The design developed together with the Danish architecture firm, WERK Arkitekter, pays homage to the maritime tradition," said Snøhetta.
"The purpose of the design is to develop a building that creates its own unique urban space which stands out from the city behind it."
Lanternen was the winning entry of a competition for the facility, and was chosen by the jury for its ambition to "support the community" and combine "innovative architecture with high functionality".
Once complete, it is hoped to enhance Esbjerg's connection to the sea, and become a community hub for maritime enthusiasts and the wider community.
Its form was designed by Snøhetta and WERK Arkitekter to be open and inclusive, and will allow visitors to enter from "every angle".
This feeling of openness will be enhanced by large windows placed all around its exterior that look out over the ocean.

The windows are also intended to illuminat...