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At the ‘Vorbildlicher Bauten’ (exemplary buildings) awards ceremony in the German State of Hessen, Alnatura Arbeitswelt and Kinder- und Jugendzentrum Pankratiusstraße were honoured in the Newbuild category. The two projects in Darmstadt both feature Troldtekt acoustic solutions in their interior design.

A jury of renowned architects has presented the Architects’ Darling 2021 award to Troldtekt in the Cradle-to-Cradle Challenge category. The leading German architecture portal Heinze is behind the award, which was presented to Troldtekt at an award show in Celle.

Offices are so yesterday – the modern form of the workplace, so-called workspaces, are the new work model. In combination with a lobby, meeting rooms, work stations which are no longer personalised and even public cafés, office buildings are now meeting places for service providers, freelancers and other independent workers.

The century-old building Magasin 211 has been carefully renovated and given a new lease of life, and the project has now won Stadsbyggnadspriset 2021, the Municipality of Malmö’s highest architectural prize. Troldtekt acoustic ceilings are an integral part of the new design.

At the ARCHITECT@WORK trade fairs in Düsseldorf, Hamburg and Stuttgart, architects and other professionals can experience Troldtekt® design solutions, which combine good acoustics and a healthy indoor climate with distinctive design.

The old coal building Gasverket Hus 8 in Stockholm has undergone extensive renovation, and the result has now been awarded the prestigious ROT Prize. As part of the renovation, the historic premises were fitted with Troldtekt acoustic ceilings.

Aarhus School of Architecture has moved to a new address in the Godsbanen urban district in the heart of Aarhus, and is marking the move with a festival of architecture.

The new school of architecture is characterised by a raw and industrial style – with good acoustics thanks to the Troldtekt ceilings, that also help to create a warm contrast.

The corona pandemic has impacted children’s schooling badly. However, the pandemic may also prove a golden opportunity to modernise schools.

Read more in a new online feature from Troldtekt A/S. The feature offers inspiration from schools that meet the needs for a healthy indoor climate and effective learning in 2021.

New documentation shows that Troldtekt withstands moisture levels of up to 98 per cent – combined with high temperatures. This shows that the panels are suitable for the most demanding wet and warm environments in, for example, swimming pools.

There were well-deserved awards for a number of world-class Danish restaurants when the Michelin Guide presented its Nordic stars for 2021.

In addition to creating unique cuisine, several of the restaurants also stand out for enhancing the dining experience with stylish interiors and superior acoustics.

For the second year running, Troldtekt has been recognised as one of the best Danish SMEs at reporting on CSR.

A good CSR report must be based on a strategic approach to sustainability, says CEO Peer Leth. He makes a point of mentioning that the report describes both successes and challenges.

‘Nichtwohnbau’ (non-residential construction) is the theme of this year’s Heinze ArchitektenAWARD, awarded by Heinze GmbH to honour completed architectural projects.

On 15-16 September 2021, Cruise Center Altona in Hamburg is opening its doors to the SCHULBAU trade fair, a high-profile international forum and trade fair for educational building.

Here, you will discover a wide range of Troldtekt acoustics solutions. At the fair’s Experten Lab, Troldtekt explains why focusing on material health is crucial in sustainable schools.

Almost 100 per cent renewable energy at Troldtekt’s own factory.

A total of 97.7 per cent of the energy used to manufacture Troldtekt acoustic panels now comes from renewable sources. Energy consumption per square metre produced has been reduced by 28.6 per cent in three years. Both figures are in line with the company’s Cradle to Cradle strategy, for which it received the DI Prize 2020.

Consultants and developers can now download new environmental product declarations (EPDs) for Troldtekt’s various cement-bonded wood wool products.

The EPDs state the carbon footprint associated with all stages in the life cycle of the acoustic panels. The EPDs have been verified by the German Institut Bauen und Umwelt e.V. (IBU).

Light, air, acoustics and spatial organisation. Architectural ideas are being applied in support of treatment, not least in new psychiatric facilities.

A new online series of articles from Troldtekt A/S focuses on visions and practices, opportunities and pitfalls within healing architecture.

The series of Troldtekt^® design solutions has been named the best wall design of the year in the ‘buildings and interiors’ category for restaurants and bars.

The German publisher Callwey organises the awards together with, among others, the Association of German Interior Architects/Designers and the German Hotel and Restaurant Association (DEHOGA).

The newly built technical upper secondary school Lindholmens Tekniske Gymnasium has just won the ‘School Building of the Year Award 2021’. Troldtekt acoustic panels on the ceilings and walls ensure a comfortable sound environment at the school.

Never before have so many building materials been marketed as being sustainable. Get help navigating the facts, terms and claims when Troldtekt participates in DGNB’s online discussion at the international trade fair for architecture and building materials BAU ONLINE.

Swimming and water exercise are popular activities among all ages and at all skill levels – and many old centres are being renovated and new ones built.

In a new online feature series, Troldtekt A/S is bringing together knowledge, trends and examples that can help guide the design of swimming centres in 2021. 

A professional jury and an open vote have named Troldtekt the winner of the Danish-German Chamber of Commerce’s ‘Danish Company of the Year’ award. The award honours Troldtekt’s successful entry on the German market, where sales of sustainable acoustic panels are now growing year on year.

With a new self-drilling structure screw for steel, it has become easier to install Troldtekt acoustic panels on a C60 profile system. The screw is also available in a version suitable for particularly aggressive environments.

The use of wood as a building material helps to promote the green transformation. And when the wood comes from documented sustainable forests, it also supports biodiversity. Troldtekt^® acoustic panels contain only wood certified according to the leading forest standards – FSC^® and PEFC^TM. See more in a new film from the forest and factory.

Register for the online event ‘Material Matters – the circular economy’, which will be live-streamed on 14 December.

Renowned architect Thomas Rau (RAU Architects / Turntoo) and Tina Snedker Kristensen, Head of Communications (Troldtekt), will give the presentations.