Department of Biomedical Sciences, University of Copenhagen
Renovation and technical upgrading of research facilities
As lead consultant, Dissing+Weitling renovated advanced research facilities for reNEW and the Department of Biomedical Sciences (BMI) in the iconic Panum Building, enabling state-of-the-art laboratory research, including stem cell science.
- Location
- Copenhagen, Denmark
- Category
- Workspaces and Educations
- Year
- 2023 - 2025
- Client
- Copenhagen University
- Collaborators
- mrmarkitektur // JL Engineering
The renovation was carried out as part of our framework agreement with the University of Copenhagen and focused on adapting the building to contemporary research and working environments—without disrupting ongoing operations in the surrounding facilities.
The façade of the iconic Panum Building. Advanced research facilities
For reNEW, specialized GMO1 laboratories have been established, with stringent requirements for indoor climate control, temperature stability, and vibration mitigation to support sensitive analytical and microscopy equipment.
The technical installations are designed to accommodate substantial and variable heat loads from equipment and include supplementary cooling solutions, emergency power supply, and separate ventilation systems for process and comfort.
For the Department of Biomedical Sciences, a cooled and secure server room has been created to support data analysis and the handling of large volumes of sensitive health data.
Asbestos remediation of 650 square metres of technical floor space at the Panum Building. Upgrading of offices, staff areas, and corridors
Glass partitions along the main corridors introduce increased daylight and a greater sense of openness within the building’s interior.
Glass partitions facing the central corridors bring increased daylight and a greater sense of openness to the building’s interior.
Colour design in a historic building
Colour plays an active role in the architectural renewal. To ensure continuity and preserve the Panum Building’s distinctive character, colours for elements such as doors and radiators have been aligned with the original colour scheme.
At the same time, glass partitions and patterned film featuring a bespoke Panum motif have been introduced, supporting both identity and wayfinding within the building. The result is a contemporary research and working environment that respects the building’s architectural heritage.