Egelund House, Art Nouveau residence in Fredensborg Municipality, Denmark
Egelund House is an Art Nouveau residence that merges Danish architectural traditions with early twentieth-century design principles. The exterior walls integrate smoothly with the surrounding landscape, creating a harmonious relationship between the building and its natural environment.
Architect Carl Harild designed the house in 1917 following a commission from Queen Dowager Louise, created as a memorial after King Frederik VIII's death. The building represents an important example of Art Nouveau architecture during Denmark's early modernization period.
The residence became home to professional gatherings after the Dansk Arbejdsgiverforening took it over in 1954 for business conferences and meetings. This shift from royal residence to conference center shaped how the place is used and perceived in the local community.
The property sits north of Copenhagen near Lake Esrom and can be reached via Hillerødvejen 92 with parking available on site. Arriving by car is straightforward, as the location offers good access along the main roads in the area.
The garden was designed through collaboration between landscape architect Edvard Glæsel and gardener Hansen. Their work created varied botanical areas that shift and transform throughout the changing seasons.
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