From a Worn-Out Lecture Hall to the Learning Environments of the Future

The renovation of Building 208 at DTU's Lyngby Campus is the latest example of DTU's efforts to develop future-ready learning environments and supports the university's ambition to be a world-class technical university.

As the first building in Denmark, the renovation has achieved DGNB Platinum certification, combined with two additional distinctions within sustainable construction. Read more here.

Press photos: Find before-and-after photos of Building 208 here (credit: DTU and photographer).

Life in the Building Around the Clock

Building 208 has truly been brought to life. In the transformation of the building, we have incorporated advanced technical systems not least lighting that works seamlessly with Koppel's original architectural design. 

Today, instructors can use a wide range of teaching formats in Teaching Building 208. Between classes, students can use the building for group work and social activities.

Read more in Newsletter 4, Which you can find in right-hand column (desktop) or below (mobile), and watch the video below, where the project owners, lighting designers, and students explain how technology enhances Teaching Building 208 for the future and how cultural life gives the building its unique character.

Student Life with Cultural Heritage as a Backdrop

Cultural activities play a key role as DTU develops the framework for a vibrant student life. In Building 208, students can meet, focus on their studies, or relax at Etheren.

The volunteer bartenders at Friday's Bar help create a safe and inclusive culture. A creative use of color and the presentation of the history of science and technology create a welcoming atmosphere and connect the past with today's studies in chemistry and life science.

Read more in newsletter 3, which you can in the right-hand column (desktop) or below (mobile), and watch the video below, where project owners, artists, historians, and students share how they are working to create an environment that supports focus, community, and innovation.

Sustainability in Focus

Sustainability is a key priority as DTU develops its campus. Campus Service takes a holistic approach to sustainability, and the transformation of Building 208 is a strong example of this.

As the first building in Denmark, the teaching building has achieved DGNB Platinum certification, combined with two additional distinctions - DGNB Heart and DGNB Diamond within sustainable construction. (Article: DTU achieves prestigious sustainability certification)

DTU has thus transformed a worn-down teaching building into a state-of-the-art setting for the learning environments of the future. The renovation of Building 208 has been carried out with respect for Koppel-Parret's original architecture, ensuring that the building's overall architectural expression is preserved while its carbon footprint is reduced. The project has focused on creating a healthy indoor climate and preserving as much of the bulding's original materials and furnishings as possible.

Read more in newsletter 2, which you can find in the right-and column (desktop) or below (mobile), and watch the video below, where the client, consultants, and contractor explain how they identified the most sustainable solutions.

A Modern Beacon for Learning

In Building 208, DTU has created the framework for a world-class learning environment. Students and instructors in chemistry and life science now have access to state-of-the-art facilities for new teaching formats, study zones for group work, and spaces for social activities.

Research in higher education shows that effective learning requires a variety of teaching formats. 
That is why DTU has designed teaching and study environments that support traditional instruction, group work, and informal learning activities. In Building 208, students can also build social communities for example in the dance hall or at the Friday Bar.

Read more in newsletter 1, available in the right-hand column (desktop) or below (mobile), and watch the video below, where project owners, instructors, and consultants explain how they are bringing the vision for the learning environments of the future to life in Building 208.