Reg.Nr. 99/DK/01

Restoration of Christian VII's Mansion, Copenhagen

Christian VII's Mansion at Amalienborg Square is used by the Danish Royal Family to house prominent guests and hold receptions. It was built as one of four noble mansions ringing the square by architect Niels Eigtved from 1750-54, and acquired by the Royal Family in 1794. The ...
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Project details

Title:Restoration of Christian VII's Mansion, Copenhagen
Entr. year: 1999
Result:Medal
Country: Denmark
Town: Copenhagen
Category type: architectural heritage
Building type/ Project type: residential building
Former use:Royal palace
Actual use:Guest palace and mainly used for ceremonial purposes, open to visitors atttending a guided tour
Built: 18th century
Architect / Proj.leader: Niels Eigtved, Architect , Palaces and Property Agency (Copenhagen - DK)
The Jury's citation: For the comprehensive restoration of an elegant and important mansion, involving considerable research work and great attention to detail, using traditional techniques and patterns, whilst adapting it to the requirements of its present function as guest and reception accommodation for the Royal Family.
GPS:55°40'20.1" N; 12°34'38.5" E
Web, Links:

denmark.dk/en/society/monarchy/the-main-royal-residence

Description:
Christian VII's Mansion at Amalienborg Square is used by the Danish Royal Family to house prominent guests and hold receptions. It was built as one of four noble mansions ringing the square by architect Niels Eigtved from 1750-54, and acquired by the Royal Family in 1794. The exterior of the mansions was restored by completely replacing the sandstone facades and recarving the sandstone decorations from 1982- 93. The interior of the mansion was renovated and redecorated from 1993-96, including the integration of intruders and fire alarm systems. The original Vestibule, dismantled in 1796 when the Royal Family acquired the mansion, has been recreated .