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The Danish capital proves its commitment to inclusivity
On 21 May, the capital of Denmark revealed its design plans for 24 new homes for young people with developmental disabilities in Valby. The new housing will consider the needs of residents, and focus on indoor climate, sustainability, and accessibility.
The 24 homes will give young residents the privacy they need as each resident will have a private room and bathroom. In addition to this, however, the buildings will also include communal kitchens in order to encourage socialisation.
According to a press release by the City of Copenhagen, the new housing will begin to welcome residents in the spring of 2023.
The Danish capital has proven its commitment to inclusivity on numerous occasions; that is, this new project for young people with developmental disabilities is not the capital’s first. Taking this further, the City of Copenhagen announced its plans to build a similar modern residence earlier this month. It follows then that the city is determined to ensure the safety and security of young people with special needs.
Mayor Lars Weiss commented on the new construction and the city’s efforts: “Copenhagen must be a city with space for everyone, where there is a focus on security and quality of life. Therefore, I am happy to mark the start of construction on yet another new housing offer in Copenhagen for young people with developmental disabilities.
This time in Valby, where there are 24 homes on the way with good, healthy settings and facilities for the young people – both with space and peace to recharge in their own home and to seek togetherness and social life in the common areas.”
According to the aforementioned press release, the construction of the new housing focuses on sustainability. For this reason, construction and demolition materials will be recycled and transformed into furniture. Taking a case in point, Kraftværket – a centre that helps citizens with physical and mental disabilities find jobs – has already received tables and lamps created with recycled construction materials.
The design plans for the 24 homes can be viewed in the gallery above.
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