A wish to redesign and redefine

PLH has designed the full renovation and transformation of the existing high-rise above Lyngby Storcenter into a Comwell hotel. The project includes architectural redesign, sustainability strategy, new façades, upgraded public interfaces and the creation of hotel functions that connect strongly to the surrounding city and the shopping centre.

The most sustainable building already exists

The transformation of the hotel is built on the belief that the most sustainable building is often the one that already exists. By working with the existing structure rather than replacing it, the project demonstrates how climate responsibility can go hand in hand with architectural ambition.

At the same time, contemporary hotels are no longer defined solely by accommodation. They must create destinations that add value to their surroundings – places that invite both guests and locals in and contribute actively to urban life. Access to daylight, views and outdoor spaces plays a crucial role in this, enhancing well-being and turning everyday stays into memorable experiences.

Public functions such as restaurants, coworking spaces and fitness facilities further strengthen the hotel’s role as a social and professional meeting point. Throughout the transformation, architectural coherence has been a guiding principle – ensuring that even as the building is radically renewed, it retains a strong identity as one of Lyngby’s most recognizable landmarks.

Contemporary with a long-lasting perspective

The existing 1970s tower is being transformed into a 14,285 m² hotel with 200 modern rooms, each with its own private terrace. A new energy-optimized façade allows more daylight and panoramic views towards Dyrehaven, Lyngby and Bagsværd Lakes, while integrated external shading improves indoor comfort and terrace usability. The hotel opens towards the city with a visible ground-floor entrance from the future light rail, a café with outdoor seating, a public restaurant and bar on the second floor, and meeting and coworking facilities that invite the city inside. By reusing the structure and upgrading performance, PLH has turned a closed landmark into a welcoming and vibrant urban destination scheduled to open in 2027 – expected to have a long-lasting perspective.