VM Houses, Residential complex in Ørestad, Denmark.
The VM Houses are two residential buildings in Ørestad that form the letters V and M when viewed from above. They contain around 80 different apartment layouts, offering residents a range of sizes and configurations to choose from.
The buildings were completed in 2005, marking the first major project by architects Bjarke Ingels and Julien De Smedt in Ørestad. This project became a pioneering example in the urban transformation of the former industrial area.
The complex has become a defining landmark of Ørestad, drawing residents who value contemporary design and urban living. The varied apartment configurations support different household types and contribute to a diverse community within the neighborhood.
The V-shaped building is elevated on five-meter columns, so the public courtyard underneath remains accessible to everyone. Visitors can easily reach the nearby Metro station and the adjacent park from this location.
The M building houses 95 apartments and differs from its V-shaped neighbor by having a denser layout. This varied approach shows thoughtful planning to maximize housing while adapting to different site constraints.
Location: Copenhagen Municipality
Inception: 2005
Architects: Bjarke Ingels Group
Official opening: 2005
GPS coordinates: 55.63416,12.58262
Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:02
Copenhagen brings together centuries of history with recent construction in a walkable city by the water. Nyhavn lines the harbor with narrow houses painted in strong colors, where wooden ships dock beside outdoor cafes. The Little Mermaid sits on a rock at the edge of the sound, a bronze figure that has drawn visitors since the early 20th century. Christiansborg Palace rises near the old city center, while Amalienborg forms a royal residence around an octagonal plaza. The Opera House stands across the harbor with a flat, cantilevered roof, and The Black Diamond adds a modern glass facade to the Royal Library. Further out, The Blue Planet aquarium curves along the coast in Ørestad, and the VM Houses show angular residential design in the same district. Parks and gardens spread across the city, offering green space and different moods. The Botanical Garden collects plants from around the world under glass domes and in open beds. Superkilen Park stretches through the Nørrebro neighborhood with colored surfaces and objects gathered from many countries. King's Garden surrounds Rosenborg Castle with tree-lined paths and lawns where people sit in warm weather. Assistens Cemetery lies quiet among the streets, used both as a burial ground and a place to walk. Tivoli Gardens mixes rides, stages, and flower beds in the center of the city. Strøget runs as a long pedestrian street through the old town. Freetown Christiania remains a self-governed neighborhood with painted buildings and its own rules. Dragør preserves old fishing cottages and cobblestones just outside the capital.
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