In the Copenhagen suburb of Albertslund, the former Vridsløselille prison site will take on new life as an mixed-use district with a strong emphasis on nature, announces an article on inhabitat.com. The development aims to reposition the area as an attractive urban destination for living, playing and working, with a variety of common areas and green spaces to promote healthy and social lifestyles.
There will be five unique districts, each with access to nature. Among them there will be urban villas, forest clusters, public squares, high-rise buildings and Renaissance gardens. The iconic star-shaped building that once housed the state prison will be transformed into a community hub with co-working and recreational spaces.
“Our vision for Vridsløselille is to create a new neighborhood with a green heart for all citizens, an area that strengthens the social, climatic and landscape cohesive force in Albertslund,” said Kristian Ahlmark of architectural firm Schmidt Hammer Lassen, which designed the proposal. “We will preserve as much as possible of the existing prison building and integrate some of the complex’s secondary buildings to enhance original qualities.”
The scheme was put forth by COBE Architects. COBE, Schmidt Hammer Lassen Architects and landscape architects BOGL will work in partnership with The Municipality of Albertslund to further refine the masterplan for local approval.
