The neighborhood is ideally located—close to both the city of Copenhagen and the green spaces of Vestvold.

The goal of Irmabyen is to create a close-knit and vibrant neighborhood with a social life as rich and vibrant as that of a classic working-class neighborhood—and therefore also with housing in price ranges that make it accessible to virtually everyone.

Rødovre Municipality is a popular place to live, and the municipality is committed to developing in a way that keeps Rødovre residents in the area. That’s why many of Irmabyen’s housing options are tailored for mixed-use living.

Here, there are apartments for both families with children and seniors—and in the historic Kaffetårn, a brand-new cultural center concept is taking shape, featuring shared workshops, galleries, restaurants, and office spaces—just a few kilometers from Rådhuspladsen. ALFA Development is responsible for developing Irmabyen, and Gröning Arkitekter has developed the master plan according to which the entire new neighborhood is being built.

For construction site 20, one of the last available areas in Irmabyen, Over Byen Arkitekter has designed a terraced apartment building.

The building starts at three stories, rises to six stories, and culminates in a tower block at the very top. The development will feature both private and communal rooftop terraces, with at least one balcony per unit. In addition, a major landscaping project will be carried out around the building as part of the overall landscape plan for Irmabyen.

Among other things, the project will include a major stormwater management system (Local Stormwater Management), thereby addressing future climate challenges from the very beginning. The structure is a conventional concrete construction with load-bearing cross walls, but due to its height, it required the involvement of a certified structural engineer.

In accordance with the Irmabyen concept, it is important that the building be modern, comfortable, and affordable. At the same time, there are significant acoustic requirements throughout Irmabyen because the development is located relatively close to a highway.

All these factors place significant demands on both the architect and the engineer, and the project demonstrates how ABC’s specialized yet comprehensive full-scope consulting services are able to deliver precise and cost-effective solutions of the highest quality.