Dorte Mandrup
@dortemandrup.dk
Dorte Mandrup is an international architecture practice, based in Copenhagen, Denmark, founded in 1999 by Dorte Mandrup - Creative Director, Founder, Professor & Architect. We specialise in irreplaceable places. We highlight what is there and create new relevance. We design architecture from an artistic starting point. Striving towards the ultimate synthesis, we combine our firm grasp on reality with the courage to push the boundaries of form and materiality. With Founder and Creative Director Dorte Mandrup firmly at the wheel, we dive headfirst into complex architectural tasks armed with unconditional curiosity and an undying love for the process of finding an original take. With almost 20 years of experience, we are always striving to perfect the art of listening and understanding the bigger picture. We have found our areas of expertise within the world of transformations, mixed use buildings, education & workspace and landmarks. Founder Dorte Mandrup has 30 years of professional experience and a line of internationally recognised iconic buildings to her name. Dorte Mandrup is renowned for her artistic talent and expertise in solving complex problems - offering solutions that are playful, innovative and poetic. Dorte Mandrup A/S is managed by Dorte Mandrup and Lise Gandrup Jørgensen with the following board of directors: Chairman: Filip Lau Members: Line Rix & Kjersti Lund
Dorte Mandrup's Company Logos
Dorte Mandrup's Brand Colors
Hex Code
Color name
RGB
HSL
CMYK
#305685
Chambray
48, 86, 133
213, 47, 35
64, 35, 0, 48
#232323
Mine Shaft
35, 35, 35
0, 0, 14
0, 0, 0, 86
#F2F2ED
Cararra
242, 242, 237
60, 16, 94
0, 0, 2, 5
About Dorte Mandrup
Dorte Mandrup is a renowned architectural brand based in Copenhagen, Denmark. With a strong commitment to innovation and sustainability, they offer a wide range of exceptional architectural designs and services. Their impressive portfolio includes the recently won international competition for the highly anticipated Inuit Heritage Centre in Canada, showcasing their ability to create culturally significant and striking structures.
They also celebrated their success at the Canadian AZ Awards in Toronto, with both the Ilulissat Icefjord Centre and The Whale winning in their respective categories. Dorte Mandrup's designs are characterized by an idealistic approach, infused with a delightful sense of humor. Their craftsmanship is apparent in projects like the new crafts college, where an elliptical timber structure symbolizes the close-knit community of various craft traditions.
Continuing their streak of remarkable projects, Dorte Mandrup is set to design a groundbreaking office building in Stockholm and an ambitious and innovative office building in Berlin. Their ability to seamlessly integrate structures into different contexts highlights their versatility. Amidst all their groundbreaking work, the brand has also been recognized by Monocle as the Architect of the Year for their commitment to creating structures that prioritize the well-being of people and the environment, while blending seamlessly with local materials and building methods.
Standout projects like The Whale in Norway, which serves as an Arctic attraction, further emphasize Dorte Mandrup's ability to push boundaries and create unique and inspiring structures. For individuals and organizations looking for forward-thinking architectural designs that combine form, function, and sustainability, Dorte Mandrup is the brand to trust
Company type
Privately Held
Year founded
1999
Company size
51-200 employees
