Elektrohuset – Valby Machine Factory

Elektrohuset is a contemporary building that engages in dialogue with the site and its older, industrial buildings. The weight, scale, materiality and materiality of the factory halls have been retained in the residential square to reinforce the spirit and character of the place.

The facade proportions, the horizontal lines and the mutual location of the windows have in their expression and roots clear references to classic Nordic modernism. The combined almost 200 meter long facade of the Elektrohuset and the Valsehuset facing the square is modulated with vertical and horizontal facade openings placed flush with and set back from the facade to achieve a facade with rhythm and relief.

The total house depth is only 9.3 metres, which gives the homes an unusually generous amount of daylight. All window sills are lowered to 40 cm above the floor and act as clearings where you can sit and enjoy the green surroundings.

The terraces and front gardens are the transition zone between the homes and the urban spaces. The residents on the ground floor can use the terrace and front garden for relaxing, eating and sunbathing. The common courtyards are created for the residents around the courtyards. The squares and streets are used for the same purpose as the courtyards, and are primarily used by those who live nearby. Maskintorvet, which is the same size as Nytorv and Gammel Torv combined, will be transformed into several recreational spaces with different functions for the entire district.

Maskintorvet is Valby Maskinfabrik's large central square and the natural meeting place across neighbourhoods, age groups and interests.

Elektrohuset contains 65 well-planned 2-, 3- and 4-room apartments, which are between 70-119 m² gross.

The standard homes are 3-room apartments laid out with the kitchen as the central focal point of the home. The living rooms are brightly lit with access to a balcony or terrace, and corridors are avoided in order to make optimal use of the home. The corner apartments are larger than the standard apartments and have a living area with access to corner balconies.

The building complies with the requirements for low energy class 2020. The low energy consumption is achieved, among other things. through a highly insulated climate screen and low-energy wood/aluminium windows as well as optimized technical installations.