Julius Nielsen Office

Julius Nielsen OFFICE, a Copenhagen-based architectural practice, has completed two identical summerhouses in Rågeleje, Denmark. The project showcases the firm's commitment to material honesty, atmospheric sensibility, and ecological awareness.



Each summerhouse spans 84 square meters and is designed with a straightforward yet thoughtful approach. Externally, the buildings are clad in vertical, untreated spruce boards, allowing them to age naturally within the coastal landscape. The choice of mahogany windows, some with aluminum detailing, introduces a refined contrast to the otherwise unembellished facade. Inside, the walls feature painted profile boards with bead moldings, while plywood-clad ceilings add warmth and texture to the interiors.



The placement of the two structures is carefully adjusted to preserve the site's mature trees. To further minimize environmental impact, the houses are built on screw foundations, reducing CO2 emissions and preventing disruption to the trees' root systems. This approach reflects Julius Nielsen OFFICE’s broader ethos—balancing resource efficiency with a commitment to spatial richness.



At the core of each house lies a simple wooden construction, anchored by a central column that organizes the plan while allowing for diverse spatial experiences. Thoughtfully placed openings frame views of the surrounding landscape, inviting changing patterns of natural light to shape the interiors throughout the day. The result is an architecture that prioritizes atmosphere—an approach that Julius Nielsen OFFICE embraces across its work.



Founded in 2022, Julius Nielsen OFFICE is the culmination of its founder’s extensive experience in Denmark’s architectural scene. Alongside practice, Julius Nielsen has contributed to academia as a teacher and guest lecturer at the Royal Danish Academy – School of Architecture in Copenhagen. The studio engages in projects ranging from furniture and interiors to full-scale buildings, maintaining a curiosity-driven approach that ensures each work is rigorously conceived and deeply felt.



Julius Nielsen has been recognized with prestigious grants, including a working grant from The Danish Arts Foundation and a travel grant from Dreyers Foundation, both in 2023. Whether designing small-scale objects or entire structures, the office seeks to craft buildings that endure—both physically and emotionally—through their sensitivity to context, materials, and the intangible qualities of atmosphere.