1 Hotel Copenhagen | Norm Architects

In the historic center of Copenhagen, where centuries of stories unfold between cobbled streets and time-worn facades, 1 Hotel Copenhagen rises as a gentle pause in the rhythm of the old city. Housed within a modernist landmark from the 1930s, the hotel opens into an entirely re-imagined interior where nature, tactility, and human presence guide every gesture.

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1 Hotel Copenhagen stands as a bridge between heritage and contemporary living, between the vibrant spirit of the Copenhagen Latin Quarter and the serenity of a natureinfused refuge. It embodies a shared belief that architecture can nurture, materials can soothe, and thoughtful design can create deeper, more meaningful moments of both travel and pause.

Here, nature is not an accent but a companion, appearing in tree trunks treated as sculptures, generous plant beds, and materials that honour their origins. Moments of surprise unfold gently, encouraging exploration and grounding each arrival.

Stepping inside, the lively streetscape gives way to a warm and tranquil atmosphere. A sweeping staircase in reclaimed wood leads upward from street level, its sculptural form accompanied by living greenery that grows through the space like a slow and steady breath. The atrium lobby becomes an oasis of light and layered textures - crude timber, raw stone, lush foliage, and the understated warmth of upholstered furnishings coexisting in a balanced composition.

The guest rooms extend this sense of sanctuary. Designed as intimate retreats above the city, they frame Copenhagen's rooftops and historic streets through expansive windows that draw in daylight from dawn to dusk.

Inside, a palette of tone-on-tone neutrals and natural materials creates a soft, enveloping atmosphere that create a tactile backdrop for rest. Spatial generosity, subtle layering, and thoughtful transitions shape the experience: from sleeping to bathing, from bathing to dressing, each zone flows with quiet logic and intuitive comfort.

Cloud-like beds, cosy seating nooks, walk-in rain showers, and living greenery evoke a slow, grounded way of being. Textured wall finishes, organic textiles, and reused materials carry both a sense of place and a commitment to low-impact living. Every detail feels calming, honest, and human - an elevated expression of Scandinavian comfort shaped through the lens of nature.

"In the guest rooms, we wanted to create a quiet retreat above the city; spaces shaped by natural materials, generous light, and an elegant softness. The rooms unfold in gentle layers, where raw tactility meets refined comfort, and where each transition is designed to support a calm, grounded way of being - allowing guests to feel at home, connected, and cared for." – Norm Architects

1 Hotel Copenhagen stands as a bridge between heritage and contemporary living, between the vibrant spirit of the Copenhagen Latin Quarter and the serenity of a natureinfused refuge. It embodies a shared belief that architecture can nurture, materials can soothe, and thoughtful design can create deeper, more meaningful moments of both travel and pause.