The old brewery site has been converted into a lively neighbourhood in Copenhagen. With projects totalling more than 175,000 m2, we have contributed to carry out the vision of a new city district attractive to both businesses, residents, and visitors. 

In the streets where brewery horses once pulled wagons with beer barrels, everyday life now thrives among buildings that each tell the story of the area’s transformation from an old industrial site into a new Copenhagen district. With projects covering a third of the new neighbourhood, including housing, commercial facilities, and educational institutions, we are proud to have been a part of transforming the historic location. 

The final buildings in Carlsberg District have only just been completed, but life has already moved in. The vibrant neighbourhood reflects how the diverse architecture, with a focus on human experiences, provides a breeding ground for creating a dynamic city. Acting as a bridge between past, present, and future, the architecture promotes the connection between the area’s remarkable history and the flourishing life of new residents. 

A tribute to the past 

In between the listed buildings, the new projects tie the district together. With direct references to the area’s cultural heritage, each building sends greetings to its surroundings while creating its own new expressions – at once industrial and ornamental. Inspired by the historic backdrop, red brick facades and patterns in the masonry integrate the new buildings into their historical setting while contributing to the greater unity of the neighbourhood. 

Being home of the world-known brewery since 1847, Carlsberg District is a historic area in Copenhagen. In 2006, Carlsberg decided to relocate its brewing operations and transform the industrial site into a new district. Designed by Entasis, the urban development plan won an award for the World’s Best Master Plan in 2009, and four years later, the first sod was cut marking the beginning of the new neighbourhood centred around the listed buildings. Now Carlsberg District is fully completed, and with workplaces, shops, and residents moved in, life is already buzzing between the buildings.