WoodHub Building Odense, Denmark offices

WoodHub Building Odense, Denmark office property design, modern Fyn workplace images, Danish architecture

9 January 2026

Location: Odense, Fyn, Denmark

Architects: C.F. Møller Architects

Photos: Rasmus Hjortshøj

WoodHub Building in Odense, Fyn, Denmark

A new office building that gathers several government agencies under one roof in the centre of Odense is a pioneer project in large scale timber construction and the largest timber office building in Denmark.

The new office hub accommodates 1,600 public employees in a climateresponsible, modern and flexible multiuser building that carefully fits into its surroundings.

With its 31,000 sqm solid timber structure, the project reduces lifetime CO₂ emissions by 5,400 tonnes compared to a conventional build and is seen as a national flagship in documented low carbon public architecture. Visible glulam columns and partially exposed CLT floor structures serve as recurring load-bearing elements, delivering both technical performance and sensory quality while storing carbon.

The façades are made from recycled aluminium in redbrown hues that echo the surrounding brick buildings, creating a coherent composition. Their varied depths, attuned to the sun path, provide passive shading that eliminates the need for mechanical screening while ensuring generous daylight and a comfortable indoor climate.

Blending work, city and nature
The spatial organisation sets a robust and adaptable framework, balancing office workspaces with social meeting places. Interiors can be reconfigured as needed, supporting longterm adaptability.

Two staggered, C-shaped office wings face east and west, ranging from three to six floors, and meet in a seven storey central wing containing most meeting rooms – designed to maximise knowledge sharing and collaboration.

At ground level, a meeting centre, canteen and public front-office functions connect the building to the city, linking urban life with the inner garden. Niches and recreation spaces along the outer façade strengthen dialogue between the workplace and the public realm.

The building rises to its highest point at its centre and recedes in steps towards neighbouring structures. Roof terraces, raised courtyard gardens and green courtyards extend workspaces outdoors, supporting local biodiversity and providing spaces for breaks and meetings.

WoodHub Building in Odense, Denmark – Building Information

Architect: C.F. Møller Architects – https://www.cfmoller.com/

Client: Bygningsstyrelsen (The Danish Building and Property Agency)
Size: 36500 sqm (Including 5,500 sqm basement)
Address: Lerchesgade 35, 5000 Odense, Denmark
Year: 2021-2025

Landscape: C.F. Møller Architects
Contractor: NCC
Engineer: Artelia
Prizes: 1st prize in architectural competition, 2021