FEATURE: Barracks

Global events mean that defence and military facilities are high on the political agenda. Among other things, ths will entail major investments in the construction and renovation of barracks.

The barracks provide living quarters and work premises for a large number of people. This places high demands on the architecture. Not only must the selected construction materials ensure a good indoor climate, they also need to be durable and easy to maintain to balance the overall economy. In addition, they must contribute to an atmosphere in which people enjoy spending the majority of their time. 

Circular construction and the use of biogenic building materials are some of the factors that can help create balance – especially in the carbon accounts. The transformation or renovation of existing buildings could also play a key role.

On this feature page, you can learn more about the views of experts and professionals when it comes to the barrack buildings of the future. You can also look at a number of examples of barracks in which acoustic solutions from Troldtekt contribute to a good indoor climate.

Sound-absorbing cement-bonded wood wool panels from Troldtekt are often used as acoustic ceilings in commercial properties

The soldiers of the future should be the focal point in the upcoming modernisation of barracks

There must be a focus on both structural engineering and psychology when Danish barracks are modernised over the coming years. This is the view held by the Confederation of Danish Industry, which has taken the lead in connecting industries and sectors to improve conditions for Danish soldiers.

 

Troldtekt cement-bonded wood wool panels ensure superior acoustics in commercial properties

Modernised barracks to safeguard the defence sector of the future

Mould and draughty windows are common challenges for many Danish soldiers. But a new defence settlement of DKK 155 billion over ten years means there is hope of creating better conditions for Danish soldiers – with a focus on reuse, modular buildings and the overall carbon accounts. This according to architecture, engineering and consultancy company Rambøll.

 

References

Troldtekt acoustic ceilings in commercial properties

Ryes Barracks

Ryes Barracks in Fredericia has gradually made improvements to its buildings with a focus on acoustics.
Superior acoustics in the workplace with Troldtekt acoustic ceilings

Aalborg Barracks

At Aalborg Barracks, several functions are combined into a single construction called the multi-building. It gives logistical advantages in everyday life at the barracks, but is also part of the Danish Defence's 'Green Establishment'.
Troldtekt cement-bonded wood wool panels ensure superior acoustics in commercial properties

Haderslev Barracks

P+P arkitekter served as architect and general contractor for the renovation and new construction of Haderslev Barracks. They have experience from working on several of the country’s barracks and for Danish Defence in general. The task is often to improve the facilities for employees, and this is also the case at this barracks.
 Sound-absorbing cement-bonded wood wool panels from Troldtekt are often used as acoustic ceilings in commercial properties

Høvelte Barracks

Modernisation is underway at several of Denmark's barracks. New buildings for staff and equipment are being constructed at the Garder Barracks in Høvelte to improve conditions for employees.