All renderings are provided by NOR3D, with drawings supplied by Squarenone.
Squarenone, an architectural studio based in Copenhagen, designed a pavilion for Sanderumgaard Garden in Denmark. This 15-hectare garden, featuring green pathways and waterways, was developed between 1793 and 1828. Sixty percent of the project’s construction costs are supported by public funds. The pavilion consists of a circular arcade with a roof, enclosing a small central courtyard. The courtyard’s landscape combines Nordic and Japanese garden styles, adorned with moss-covered ancient Nordic rune stones and blooming cherry blossom trees.
Located on a newly constructed island within a lush landscape created by renowned Danish horticulturist Johan Bülow between 1793 and 1828, the pavilion is part of a 15-hectare garden. The garden is connected by a network of paths weaving through various natural features and a 2 km long waterway system, allowing visitors to explore by small boats. To emphasize the garden’s romantic character, Bülow scattered 14 small, hidden pavilions throughout the site—discovered only by the adventurous “wandering souls” who stray from the main paths.
When invited to design a new pavilion for this carefully curated environment, Squarenone considered two approaches: either continue Bülow’s tradition by creating a modern interpretation of his solitary cultural retreat, or take a completely different route by building a pavilion that celebrates nature as a collective experience rather than a solitary one. “This pavilion should be large and inviting, encouraging social interaction,” Squarenone explained. “At the same time, it should inspire humility and dignity, as visitors quietly witness the grandeur of nature itself.”
The design features a circular roofed arcade surrounding a small central courtyard, thoughtfully merging Nordic and Japanese influences. The arcade is topped with an asymmetric double-pitched roof, and within the wider section of the building sits a cozy cottage. Visitors can warm their hands by the fireplace inside and enjoy a cup of tea. The open sections of the arcade are accessible from all sides, making them suitable for temporary gatherings such as concerts, garden classes, or more formal events like wedding receptions.
Project Information:
Project Name: Sanderumgaard Pavilion
Architectural Design: Squarenone – SQ1
Project Team: Kostas Poulopoulos, Phivos Sigalas, Marion Lecoq, Jessica Frost
Landscape Design: Charlotte Skibsted
Structural Design: Søren Jensen, Vita Ing
Sanderumgaard Romantiske Have: Erik & Susanne Vind
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