The museum envisioned by Cobe rests on the land almost without touching it. The swampy condition of the site causes the building to rise on stilts, allowing the natural flows of the terrain to remain unobstructed. Moreover, the museum is being projected to be experienced as a complete entity, without a defined front or back, drawing inspiration from Wegner’s design philosophy: craftsmanship, simplicity, and the honest use of materials.
The building will be constructed of wood, structured by two large parallel wings that connect and extend the existing farm buildings. These two pieces are joined by a circular courtyard and a curved link at their southern end, creating an intimate relationship with the surrounding agricultural landscape. Volumetrically, the existing farm buildings, with their sloping roofs and timber frames, have shaped the volume and formal language of the project.
Renderings of the Wegner Museum by Cobe. Image courtesy of Cobe.
Hans J. Wegner (1914–2007), known as the "Chair Master," created nearly 3,000 pieces of furniture throughout his career, including the iconic Wishbone Chair. Today, nearly 200 of his designs remain in production, symbolizing the international reach and heritage of Danish design. The museum aims to permanently preserve this legacy while establishing itself as a cultural destination in Denmark.
Renderings of the Wegner Museum by Cobe. Image courtesy of Cobe.
With a comprehensive functional program, the Wegner Museum's interior will feature permanent and temporary exhibitions dedicated to the designer's work, as well as spaces to explore art, architecture, technology, and culture. It will also include workshops, a library, an auditorium, a café, and flexible areas for different types of events, which will serve to keep Wegner's legacy alive and honour it.
"The Wegner Museum connects the designer's sculptural work with the local heritage, leveraging the history of the site to experience his furniture in diverse settings."
Dan Stubbergaard, founder of Cobe.
