Area of Expertise

Design

At Gottlieb Paludan Architects, we value clear and simple solutions that are developed in close collaboration with user groups and partners. Our goal is a result that is beautiful and timeless, and that can be easily integrated into the surroundings.

Our approach to design

Our design philosophy is rooted in pragmatism and collaboration. Each solution is shaped through an iterative process based on insight, creativity and functionality. Whether it's co-creating with stakeholders or fulfilling specific technical requirements, we ensure that the final result meets multifaceted needs. Concept development is central to our work, integrating key elements such as nudging, wayfinding and accessibility into a comprehensive solution.

Sustainability is an integral part of our design process. We carry out thorough assessments of materials, production methods and life cycle impact on all projects. This ensures that our designs not only fulfil today's environmental requirements, but also meet future needs for responsibility and durability.

Timetable boards for Movia. Visualisation: Gottlieb Paludan Architects

Waste sorting for Copenhagen City Hall. Photo: Gottlieb Paludan Architects

What can Gottlieb Paludan Architects offer?

Our design competences cover a wide range of disciplines and express our expertise across scales. From large infrastructure solutions like bridges to small, detailed objects like timetable boards, lighting or customised building components, we combine industrial thinking with careful craftsmanship. Our portfolio also includes urban furniture inspired by Nordic design principles, customised interior elements such as textiles, lighting design and joinery, and integrated solutions in larger architectural projects. Gottlieb Paludan Architects delivers complete design solutions from concept development to finished production. We create everything from interiors for light rail trains to graphic designs, urban art and industrial design objects. We have a deep understanding of production methods that, combined with our multidisciplinary expertise, ensures that we can take any project from concept to finished product.

DSB Headquarters, Høje Taastrup. Photo: Gottlieb Paludan Architects

Signage for temporary bicycle parking, CBS Copenhagen. Photo: Gottlieb Paludan Architects

Photo: Realdania Furnishings. Photo: Gottlieb Paludan Architects

What can you expect as a client?

Every project is a collaboration. Through close dialogue with the client, we create designs that reflect the projects' goals and ambitions. With advanced tools like virtual reality and physical modelling, we can test and adjust concepts early on to ensure the best solutions. This transparent and exploratory process creates confidence and clarity before projects are realised. Our versatile competences allow us to take on a wide range of design tasks. From developing urban interiors and information design to customised infrastructure components, we adapt our approach to different design challenges. This flexibility, combined with a sharp focus on function and precision, enables us to deliver solutions of any scale and complexity.