Police History Museum
The The building at Fælledvej 20 has a unique history dating back to the 1880s and was designed by architect Hans Jørgen Holm. Originally, the building was Denmark's first standalone building programmed as a police station. Following the closure of the police station, a police history museum was established, preserving all original details through an extensive facade renovation and restoration.
Facts
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Lead Consultant
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The Agency for Palaces and Cultural Properties
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Copenhagen, Denmark
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270 m²
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Completed in 2010
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Refreshing
Alex Poulsen Architects acted as the lead consultant on the project in all phases from programming to the final delivery of the completed building. One of the larger tasks was the gentle cleaning of the facade to reveal the original color scheme and provide a renewed appearance.
Roof renovation
The roof renovation involved replacing fibre cement tiles with natural slate, incorporating detailed copper work and gutters. During the roof renovation, an upgrade was made through insulation of the attic.
