Groundbreaking Constructions – 100 Danish Breakthroughs that Changed the World
Exhibition
Oct 9, 2015 - Jan 3, 2016
The exhibition Groundbreaking Constructions at the Danish Architecture Center in 2015 presented 100 projects that shaped the image of Danish architecture worldwide—created through collaboration between Danish architects and engineers.
The exhibition Groundbreaking Constructions – 100 Danish Breakthroughs that Changed the World focused on the developments in the history of construction that changed our perception of what is possible: those quantum leaps, which not only tackled the challenges posed by a single building, but also changed the world.
Denmark is a pioneer in the field of innovative construction. Building is one of the country’s major exports and the Danish building industry sets the agenda, for example when it comes to the development of sustainable construction etc.
Normally we pay tribute to our star architects: the likes of Bjarke Ingels, Jan Gehl etc. But behind the award-winning projects and newspaper headlines lurks that pivotal collaboration between engineers, developers and architects. Danish engineers play an equally major role in the development and expansion of a building’s framework.
A tribute to engineers
In historical terms, the collaboration between innovative engineers and visionary architects has not only created some of the greatest and most widely acclaimed architectural icons in the world, but has also led to the likes of increased health, better working conditions and high energy savings. The foundation for major breakthroughs has often been the engineer’s mathematical launch pad, the principles of nature and a logical approach to a building’s potential. Groundbreaking Constructions was a tribute to the achievements of Danish building by shining the spotlight on 100 of them.
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What was the Groundbreaking Constructions exhibition?
Groundbreaking Constructions was the Danish Architecture Center’s autumn exhibition presenting 100 buildings and infrastructure projects that shaped the image of Danish architecture.
When did the exhibition take place at DAC?
The exhibition ran from 9 Oct 2015 to 3 Jan 2016.
What did “100 Danish breakthroughs” refer to?
The exhibition brought together 100 breakthroughs in Denmark and abroad where Danish architects and engineers helped develop and set new standards in building and infrastructure.
What role did architect–engineer collaboration play in the exhibition’s story?
The exhibition emphasises that the projects were conceived and created through collaboration between Danish architects and engineers, forming part of the explanation for their impact.
Which examples are mentioned?
The Great Belt Bridge, the Sydney Opera House, and the Bella Sky Hotel in Ørestad.
What should I know if I only read one thing?
Groundbreaking Constructions (9 Oct 2015–3 Jan 2016) presented 100 projects showing how Danish architecture and engineering have helped shift standards in Denmark and internationally.