Norvest Cultural Center

A bright and beautiful building on top of Bispebjerg in the northwest part of Copenhagen, shaped like a staggered stack of books, has become the first integrated arts centre and library of its kind in Denmark. The building includes a traditional library, spacious meeting rooms, café and lounge areas, and a computer workshop. ‘This new library and cultural centre will be a gathering spot in Bispebjerg,’ said the City of Copenhagen in the competition announcement. ‘The ambition is to create a unique framework for cultural reflection and development that can generate energy and strengthen community life.’