Monday, June 28, 2021
From obsolete freight terminal to ultramodern office block
Since August 2019, as trade contractor, DEKO has been working all out on a radical transformation of DSB’s old freight terminal at Kalvebod Brygge in central Copenhagen. DEKO has been in charge of all interior carpentry work, and now the new, state-of-the-art office block is ready for occupancy.
Modernisation of original industrial building
The cool, grey concrete and square shape of the facade testify to the fact that the building was created in the 1960s, when the hallmarks of Danish architecture were industry and brutalism. Today, just under 60 years later, building and interior design have reverted to raw materials as a homage to industrialisation. Accordingly, during the transformation of the old freight terminal, a decision was made to preserve parts of the facade’s industrial look and invest the interior with the same style, using materials such as wood and raw concrete.
DEKO employed a team of around 16 experienced and skilled carpenters to transform the interior of the building. In addition to 2,300 m² of new dry walls and 18,000 m² of ceilings, we supplied and fitted DEKO FG fully glazed partitions and DEKO FG Fire fire-classified fully glazed partitions for a total area of 2,900 m², and 10 DEKO MV semi-automatic mobile partitions and safety doors. The numerous fully glazed partitions and practical partition/door systems help create a contemporary, bright, open office environment, while original elements such as raw concrete beams have been integrated into the interior design with an eye to preserving the industrial identity of the building.
DEKO supplies, installs and transforms
DEKO is much more than excellent craftsmanship. With our team of expert carpenters and construction managers, we can efficiently tackle challenging construction management tasks and quickly augment the workforce for the task. DEKO is not merely a strong trade contractor. We are also available to act as an experienced sounding board and can provide you with advice throughout the process, making sure you feel confident about the realisation of your construction project.
As one of Scandinavia’s leading suppliers of fully glazed partitions, folding/mobile partitions and doors, we can contribute our joint expertise as a contractor, manufacturer and supplier to a project. We play several roles, making the construction process easier and efficient in terms of faster delivery, greater quality assurance and better budgeting etc.
Should deko tackle your interior construction?
Transformation of existing buildings or new construction – we will take on any project, regardless of scale and type. In addition to the Kalvebod Brygge project, we served as both contractor and product supplier on projects such as Axel Towers, Campus Carlsberg, Novozymes HQ, Sweco HQ and Rigshospitalet North Wing. Our extensive, expert contracts and sales department means we have resources to help you achieve your visions – both as your sounding board and your interior contractor.
Watch the video from Kalvebod Brygge.