The renovation of the entrance hall is part of a comprehensive effort to preserve and highlight the architectural heritage designed by Kaj Gottlob. Serving as a true threshold between the outside world and life within the house, this space welcomes hundreds of students, researchers, artists, and visitors from Denmark and around the world each year.
The project succeeded in restoring the architect’s original vision and color scheme. The renovation drew heavily on Kaj Gottlob’s historical color palette, reintroducing a warm yellow in the entrance and a wine-red in the reception area—two shades that highlight the architecture’s understated and welcoming elegance while reinforcing our visual identity.
The original sofas, iconic features of the lobby, were carefully restored and reupholstered in Kvadrat’s black Hallingdal fabric, in keeping with the materials and aesthetic envisioned by the architect. This restoration preserves the historic furniture while giving it a new lease on life.
Lighting was also the subject of an in-depth study led by Danish lighting architect Marianne Tuxen. Her work helped create a warmer and more comfortable atmosphere, while highlighting the space, materials, and colors of the lobby. The new lighting supports the various uses of this passageway and gathering space, from welcoming new residents to hosting events organized by the Danish Student House.
Thanks to this renovation, the entrance hall has now regained its architectural coherence while retaining its welcoming character. As the first point of contact with the House, it now fully reflects the values of the Danish Student House: respect for heritage and quality of life.
