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114Key outcomes GOVERNANCE The project was anchored in collaboration, transparency and regulatory innovation. Resource Rows demonstrated how a multistakeholder approach – involving local authorities, architects, urban planners, material sup- pliers, demolition contractors and the community – can drive mean- ingful, place-specific development. The project required innovative regulatory frameworks to enable material re-use at scale. Lendager Group worked closely with municipalities to develop guidelines for upcycled construction, setting a precedent for future projects. Through transparent engagement processes, Resource Rows culti- vated community ownership while catalysing both social and envi- ronmental benefits. Resource Rows proved that governance in sustainable urban development is not just about regulation, but also about cultivating collaboration and shared responsibility. ENVIRONMENT Resource Rows exemplified sustainable Baukultur by prioritizing material circularity and energy efficiency. Over 70% of the bricks, wood and concrete were upcycled, significantly reducing embodied carbon and reliance on new resources. Green roofs and courtyards mitigate the urban heat island effect, enhance stormwater retention and support local biodiversity, contributing to urban resilience. The project also inte- grated passive design and high-performance insulation to minimize energy consumption while maintaining indoor comfort. Its approach aligned with broader ecological restoration efforts, demonstrating how regenerative land practices and responsible resource use can enhance environmental resilience in urban development. ECONOMY Resource Rows demonstrated how circular con- struction can create new economic opportunities by transforming waste into valuable building materials. The project not only reduced costs associated with raw material extraction but also cultivated a market for upcycled construction components. Additionally, the project prioritized local workforce development by launching training initiatives that equipped builders with the exper - tise needed to handle and install re-used materials, contributing to long-term knowledge transfer in the construction sector. By devel- oping scalable re-use logistics and training a local workforce in material upcycling, Resource Rows strengthened industry resilience, supported green job creation and set a precedent for economically viable, resource-efficient development. BEAUTY The project transformed discarded materials into a visually striking built environment. The integration of upcycled bricks, wood and concrete facilitated a unique aesthetic that reflected both sustainability and craftmanship, strengthening its sense of place. The design carefully balanced form and function, ensuring that spaces were not only resource-efficient but also invit - ing. Green roofs, courtyards and natural materials enhanced sensory experiences, facilitating a deeper connection between residents and their surroundings while improving overall quality of life.Stakeholders 115 Rasmus HjortshøjClient ▪Nrep ▪AG Group Ongoing management ▪Lendager Group ▪Local residential management groupKey stakeholders Municipal authority for planning and regulatory compliance Consultants ▪Moe Engineering ▪Environmental organizations for guidance on circular construction practices ▪Danish architectural and sustainability research institutions (which conducted studies on the project’s life cycle impacts) ▪Local specialists in upcycling and materials researchLead design Lendager GroupLead contractor Lendager Group’s in-house construction teamBricks Reclaimed from historic buildings slated for demolition, including Carlsberg Brewery and old Copenhagen schools Concrete Crushed and repurposed as aggregate for new constructions Other materials Sourced from circular economy initiatives within DenmarkTimber Recycled from the Copenhagen Metro and other local sources, reprocessed for structural and aesthetic applications Local demolition companies (partnered to salvage and supply reclaimed materials) Material upcycling specialistsCONSTRUCTION MATERIAL SOURCES