Kamillehuset Housing

  • Client

    Rosenfeldt Nielsen

  • Collaborators

    Thing Brandt Landskab, Skel DK Landinspektører, Jens Peter Madsen Rådgivende Ingeniører

  • Location

    Næsbyvej 6, DK-2610 Rødovre

  • Area

    14,392 m2

  • Status

    Completed in 2022

Housing

Kamillehuset Housing

The district surrounding Kamillehuset in Rødovre is undergoing an exciting transformation from an industrial area to a desirable residential neighborhood. Previously characterized by low-rise commercial and industrial buildings, the area has retained much of its historical character, which now harmoniously integrates into the new urban plan. The new local plan aims to create a vibrant and cohesive residential area, where streets and lanes become natural gathering spots, ideal for play, relaxation, and social interaction, while private communal zones within the residential areas offer space for tranquility and intimacy.


The residential development is designed as a courtyard block consisting of two connected buildings, ranging from 4 to 6 floors, with a total of 145 modern apartments. The ground floor houses both commercial leases and communal facilities, while outdoor areas, paved surfaces, and landscaped elements contribute to a varied and inviting atmosphere.

The architecture features a dynamic variation in height and structure, with projections and recesses that break down the overall scale and create an exciting, fragmented expression. With facades in reddish tones, the building respects the area's industrial past while adding a contemporary urban touch to the district. The dynamic facades, with small green pockets, seating niches, and urban plazas, enrich the edge zone where the building meets the city’s life.


A well-balanced height profile optimizes daylight around the entire site, especially within the inner courtyard, which offers a private, sunlit oasis. The building’s open, public-facing functions are oriented to the east, south, and west, while practical functions such as waste rooms and bicycle parking are placed to the north, away from social areas.
The development is designed to encourage movement and gathering. The publicly accessible courtyard can be reached via a staircase to the south and a large seating terrace to the east, inviting relaxation and community. Access to the underground parking is discreetly located off Næsbyvej. All apartments have access to either a balcony or a private terrace, and each unit is equipped with a storage room of at least 3 square meters, located in the basement.

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