Salling Tower in Denmark designed by Dorte Mandrup Arkitekter

all images © Torben Eskerod

'Salling tower' in Aarhus Harbour, Denmark designed by Dorte Mandrup Arkitekter. The tower is shaped like a sharp origami cut, urban sculpture with a significant architectural expression. The white steel tower stands out as a glowing landmark giving identity to the area and act as a point of reference and meeting in this new part of the city. 

The tower creates a lively route from the quayside to the viewing platform 7.5 meters above. The visitor is lead below the expressive cantilevered body of the tower, to a position hovering above the reflective water surface of the harbor.

The movement continues upwards via a spacious staircase fitted for seating - offering magnificent panoramic views of the harbor and the bay. The journey culminates at a spacious and sheltered viewing platform above the treetops of the boulevard. The structure is made of welded steel plates, produced in a shipyard and sailed to the site.

Project Facts

Project: New construction, landmark on the harbour front in Aarhus

Client: City of Aarhus

Sponsor: Salling Foundation

Size: 7,5 meter high

Status: Completed 2015

Adress: Dock 7

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