The renovation of auditorium building 116 makes better use of the existing footprint that not only creates world class learning environments, but also invites the community as a whole to become part of daily life at DTU’s Lyngby Campus. At the same time, the renovation also had a strong emphasis on sustainability, with materials being reused and energy consumption significantly reduced.
For example, this means that the original slate floor has been retained and repaired, auditorium seating has been reupholstered, and the original Lundtofte light fixtures have been upgraded with LED bulbs. Throughout the renovation, there was a strong focus on creating a safe and healthy working environment both for the tradespeople on site and subsequently for the building’s users.
This meant that materials were selected as part of the project to have as little environmental impact as possible. During the course of the renovation, a range of specialists and experts have been engaged to find the best solutions in relation to colour schemes, lighting and sustainability.
This ambitious approach to the renovation has now been rewarded with a nomination to the 2022 edition of the Renovation Award, which is awarded by Realdania and Grundejernes Investeringsfond.
“We are proud to have received this recognition, which demonstrates that our renovation and its impact extend far beyond DTU. We have created a first class, international learning environment while also opening up our building so that we can invite the community beyond our walls to join us for evening debates, concerts and literary events,” says Director of Facilities at DTU, Anders B. Møller.
Prestigious award
The Renovation Award is one of the most prestigious prizes in the building and construction world, and this year saw 144 projects submitted to the organizers. Now a total of 9 projects across 3 categories have been shortlisted, and auditorium building 116 features on the shortlist in the institutional category.
DTU’s nomination to the prize is based on the fact that the renovation has opened up the building through its use of glass partitions, enhancing its connectivity to the wider campus as well as the town of Lyngby. Dark cloakrooms have been transformed into bright and inspiring learning environments, while the expansive hallways have been exploited to provide welcoming and informal study areas.
Individual classrooms have received a modern facelift, while the building’s auditoriums have been upgraded with improved equipment and more contemporary decor that inspires greater interaction between students and lecturers. At the same time, the original architecture has been respected, with some areas of the building now harking back to their origins thanks to the choice of more modest materials.
