On March 24, 2023, the Danish Architecture Center (DAC) in Copenhagen will unveil “So Danish!,” the first permanent exhibition dedicated to Danish architecture. The exhibition traces the development of Danish architecture from the Viking Age to the modern era, intending to enlighten visitors about the significance of the Danish buildings to the country’s liberal democracy and culture.
The Blue Planet / 3XN. ©Adam Mørk
The Danish Architecture Center’s Exhibition
The exhibition at the Danish Architecture Center takes visitors on an expedition to discover the central role that architecture has historically played in shaping Danish society. The event not only showcases significant moments in Danish architecture’s past but also allows attendees to delve deeper into specific eras, meet the architects behind them, and learn about cutting-edge works that have changed the field.
Kannikegården / Lundgaard & Tranberg Architects. ©Anders Sune Berg
The range of scales represented in this collection of works extends from individual structures and entire cities to larger-scale construction projects and landscape design. The goal of these installations is to revive famous structures and bring them to life in intimate cinematic encounters that, in theory, should feel as though one is actually present in the building itself.
The Danish Architecture Center is planning a Building Battle as the opening event for their show. Important figures in the Danish architectural community will participate in a Pecha Kucha narrative show to aid attendees in choosing “The Most Iconic Building” in Danish Architecture. An acoustic jazz performance, introductory remarks, and a meal at the DAC Café round out the festivities.
The Danish Architecture Center. ©BLOX / Rasmus Hjortshøj – COAST
Klimatorium Climate Center / 3XN + SLA Architects. © Adam Mørk
After being named the 2023 World Capital of Architecture by UNESCO, Copenhagen has planned a year of events centered on the city’s architectural heritage, including the So Danish! Exhibition.
The city will also play home to the newly revealed program and leading themes for the UIA World Congress of Architects, which will take place in the city from July 2-6, 2023. Additionally, the Open House Copenhagen, the Film Mosaic competition, and the Copenhagen Architecture Festival are all activities to look forward to.
