Transforming a Landmark - Reimagining the Hedegaard Silo as a Cultural Destination
Authors
Damsbjerg, Natasja ; Winder, Oliver Dam
Term
4. term
Education
Publication year
2026
Submitted on
2026-05-28
Pages
144
Abstract
This thesis explores how the existing Hedegaard Silo at Stigsborg Harbourfront in Nørresundby can be transformed from an industrial facility into a contemporary cultural destination through adaptive reuse. The work is motivated by the environmental impacts of concrete—particularly the CO₂ footprint of cement production—and the need to limit demolition and new construction by preserving and reactivating existing structures. The core question is how to integrate new cultural and hybrid programs into the silo while maintaining and enhancing its historical and spatial qualities, and how such a transformation can support vibrant public life along the harbour. Using theoretical studies, case analyses, and iterative design explorations—supported by structural investigations and strategies for reusing and upgrading concrete elements—the project develops a proposal that converts the silo into a theatre and public hub, complemented by study spaces, a café, restaurant, and bar to ensure day‑long activity. The work addresses opening strategies, functional placement, acoustic and daylight considerations, and methods for adapting and reintegrating existing materials more sustainably. The outcome demonstrates the potential of industrial heritage to contribute actively to contemporary urban development and community life.
Specialet undersøger, hvordan den eksisterende Hedegaard-silo på Stigsborg Havnefront i Nørresundby kan omdannes fra industrielt anlæg til en nutidig kulturdestination gennem strategier for adaptiv genbrug. Projektets motivation udspringer af betonens miljøbelastning, herunder cementproduktionens betydelige CO₂‑aftryk, og behovet for at reducere nybyggeri ved at bevare og reaktivere eksisterende strukturer. Den centrale problemstilling er, hvordan nye kulturelle og hybride funktioner kan integreres i siloen, samtidig med at stedets historiske og rumlige kvaliteter bevares og styrkes, og hvordan en sådan omdannelse kan bidrage til et aktivt byliv på havnefronten. Gennem teoretiske studier, casestudier og iterative designundersøgelser—understøttet af strukturelle analyser og strategier for genbrug og opgradering af betonelementer—udvikles et forslag, der transformerer siloen til et teater og offentligt samlingspunkt suppleret af studiepladser, café, restaurant og bar for at sikre aktivitet hele dagen. Arbejdet belyser åbningstaktikker, placering af funktioner, akustiske og dagslysforhold samt metoder til at tilpasse og reintegrere eksisterende materialer mere bæredygtigt. Resultatet demonstrerer, at industriarv kan bruges aktivt i nutidig byudvikling og skabe nye rammer for offentlighed og fællesskab.
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