Helios Film- and Culture House
Faaborg
2012 - 2016

A home for the cultural scene of Faaborg

Filmhouse expanded with a civic centre

With local enthusiasm and years of preparation the munincipality of Faaborg-Midtfyn launched an ambitious competition for a civic centre that would add cultural programs to the existing, volunteer-run cinema. Vandkunsten Architects won the competition in 2012.

The main entrance to the building complex is through the slightly elevated square facing the train station

The project is built using solid wood construction. It has been executed in collaboration with the local company C&W Architects and Henry Jensen Engineers.

The façade made from polycarbonate caused a stir in Faaborg. The plastic is brought to life by the beautiful light installations behind the façade. The installation by artist Emil Salto will surely melt all cold hearts. It is pure magic. Congratulations to Faaborg!

Plywood lines the building

Torben runs the new café. The house is an L-shaped building that snugs around the existing main theater. It replaces the existing lobby with a new and larger one as well as several flexible spaces.

Light installation integrated in the facade

Find yourself an evening – not too cold – and follow how the light integrated in the façade. It changes dependent on the weather and on what is on inside the building. The National Art Foundation has granted DKK 1.5 mio to the art piece.