LKR Innovation House
VELUX A/S. Østbirk, Denmark
Potential of materials re-use demonstrated in large scale commercial project.
The LKR Innovation House has transformed a 9,500 m² timber warehouse into a 14,000 m² commercial hub, housing over 500 employees in design and product development. It proves that large-scale adaptive reuse can replace demolition to meet modern workplace requirements.The project addresses demand for sustainable offices by delivering a healthy, daylight-filled, and inclusive environment, while advancing biodiversity and indoor climate goals.
More than 55% of materials were reused, including glulam frames, façades, and concrete floors. PEFC-certified timber from Austria, Germany, and the Czech Republic was combined with façade innovation and constructive wood protection, ensuring durability without chemicals.With a carbon footprint of 4.6 kg CO₂e/m²/year—far below Danish 2029 targets—the project sets news global possibilities for circular, low-carbon construction.
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