Lynfabrikken: Aarhus' Design Hub Thrives Ahead of 2017 European Capital of Culture

In Aarhus, Denmark's second-largest city and future European Capital of Culture in 2017, the former lamp factory Lynfabrikken has evolved into a vibrant design and cultural center. Spanning thousands of square meters across three floors, the post-industrial brick building hosts programs under the ambitious title 'Rethink,' focusing on design approaches. With 315,000 inhabitants, 13% of whom are students, Aarhus is considered one of the happiest cities in Denmark. Lynfabrikken offers open-plan design interiors for rent as studios, exhibition spaces, or temporary offices, functioning as an office hotel. Its success has attracted numerous creative minds, leading to the establishment of a satellite space, Lynfabrikken Box on Vestergade, which regularly presents experimental installations in a single window display. The rooftop terrace and coffee shop host yoga classes, conversations, seminars, and informal conferences on design culture. The article, written by Ginevra Bria, appears in Artribune Magazine #33.