What Domus arkitekter does

Domus Arkitekter A/S is a privately held Danish architectural consultancy founded in 1980 and headquartered in Kgs. Lyngby (Copenhagen area). The firm operates with approximately 20 employees plus 3 partners and generates revenue through professional architectural services fees, including total consultancy (totalr\u00e5dgivning), architectural consulting (arkitektr\u00e5dgivning), sustainable design (b\u00e6redygtig projektering), comprehensive renovation planning (helhedsplan), and DGNB certification advisory. Its core technology stack combines BIM (Building Information Modeling), DGNB sustainability certification expertise — held by 6 in-house certified architects — and proprietary methodologies including 'Milj\u00f8rigtig Projektering' (Environmental Design) and the Sustainability Triangle Model for balancing economic, social, and environmental sustainability. The firm is a member of the UN Global Compact and of R\u00e5det for B\u00e6redygtigt Byggeri (the Danish Green Building Council).

The firm is heavily focused on social housing renovation in Denmark's Capital Region, with primary customers being public housing associations (DAB, KAB, Boligforeningen 3B, Domea.dk, Boligkontoret Danmark, Boligselskabet Sj\u00e6lland) and municipalities (Lyngby-Taarb\u00e6k, Gentofte, Gladsaxe, Ballerup). It has delivered several of Denmark's largest certified social housing projects, including Folehaven (972 units, DGNB Silver), Sorgenfrivang II (428 units, Denmark's first DGNB-certified renovation, 66% energy savings), Carlsro (901 units), Korng\u00e5rden (248 units), and Frydenspark (294 units). It also serves enterprise clients such as Novo Nordisk (framework agreement since 2016) and Br\u00f8ndby IF. Go-to-market is sales-led via competitive public procurement and direct client engagement, supplemented by strategic partnerships with engineering firms (NIRAS, Emcon, DOMINIA, Oluf J\u00f8rgensen) and landscape architects (LYTT, Lassen Landskab) for total-consultancy delivery.

Revenue is project-based, negotiated through public tenders and framework agreements with predetermined rates for specific service categories. Pricing is not publicly disclosed. The firm has accumulated multiple high-credibility regional awards, including DGNB Silver and Gold certifications, the Ballerup Kommunes Bygningspris (2018), the RENOVER Jubil\u00e6umsprisen nomination (2017), and \u00c5rets Arkitekturpris 2015. Following the death of co-founder Finn Selmer in August 2018, leadership transitioned to Henrik Hansted Jensen (Adm. direkt\u00f8r/Partner) with Jesper Ingemann Mogensen and Peter Jerichau as continuing partners. The firm maintains an active internship program and conducts annual international study tours (e.g., Sweden 2025 for CLT innovation) as part of capability development.

Name

Domus arkitekter

Legal name

Domus Arkitekter A/S

Website

https://domus.dk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1980

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Domus Arkitekter A/S is a 45-year-old Danish architectural consultancy in Kgs. Lyngby, specializing in sustainable renovation and new construction of social housing for public housing associations (DAB, KAB, 3B) and municipalities in the Capital Region, with deep DGNB certification expertise.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Architectural Services

NAICS

Architectural Services (54131)

SIC

Services-Engineering Services (8711)

akta.pro primary industry

Architectural Design Services (BPAHAKAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Community Engagement & Participatory Planning (BPAHAKAO), Construction Management, Estimating & Site Supervision (EDAOAAAM)

Keywords

• Architectural design services
• Sustainable architecture
• Social housing renovation
• DGNB certification consulting
• Building renovation planning

Headquarters

HQ city

Lyngby

HQ country

Denmark

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Architectural Consultancy Services: DOMUS generates revenue through architectural consultancy fees for housing projects (new construction and renovation), institutions, commercial buildings, and cultural/sports facilities. Services include total consultancy (totalrådgivning), project planning, construction management, and site supervision. Fees are calculated based on project scope, complexity, and services rendered, typically quoted as fixed fees or percentage of construction sum.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Domus arkitekter provides professional architectural consultancy services covering the entire building process from concept to construction supervision, with deep specialization in sustainable design and DGNB certification. The firm acts as total consultant (totalrådgiver) coordinating architecture, engineering, and landscape design for new construction and comprehensive renovation of social housing, institutional buildings, commercial properties, and cultural/sports facilities for public housing associations, municipalities, and private clients in Denmark.

Product overview

Domus arkitekter is an architectural firm offering comprehensive architectural services with a strong focus on sustainability. The core offering includes architectural consulting (Arkitektrådgivning), full-service total consulting (Totalrådgivning), and specialized sustainable design services (Bæredygtig Projektering). The firm also provides comprehensive renovation planning services (Helhedsplan) and DGNB certification advisory. The portfolio covers residential buildings, institutions, commercial buildings, cultural and sports facilities, and care/elderly housing. Domus was established in 1980 and employs approximately 20 staff plus 3 partners.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Arkitektrådgivning (Architectural Consulting) Comprehensive architectural consulting covering the entire building process from initial concept through construction supervision and project management, delivered to public housing associations, municipalities, and private commercial clients in Denmark.
• Totalrådgivning (Total Consultancy) Full-service consultancy where Domus acts as main consultant (totalrådgiver) coordinating architecture, engineering, and landscape design across large construction projects, typically won through framework agreements with public housing associations.
• Bæredygtig Projektering (Sustainable Design) Sustainable design services including environmental, economic, and social sustainability assessments, energy optimization, and structured resident dialogue, based on Domus's proprietary Miljørigtig Projektering methodology.
• Helhedsplan (Comprehensive Renovation Planning) Holistic renovation and renewal planning for residential complexes, covering sustainability, resident involvement, accessibility upgrades, energy optimization, housing mergers, and broader building upgrades.
• DGNB Certificering (DGNB Certification Advisory) Advisory service helping projects achieve DGNB (Danish Green Building Council) sustainability certification, with Domus holding six DGNB-certified architects and a track record of Denmark's first DGNB-certified renovation (Sorgenfrivang II) and multiple DGNB Gold projects.

Quantifiable outcome

• 66% energy savings achieved at Sorgenfrivang II
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• Rådet for Bæredygtigt Byggeri (Danish Green Building Council)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDOMUS is a member of Rådet for Bæredygtigt Byggeri, which developed the Danish version of the DGNB sustainability certification system. Multiple DOMUS employees are trained DGNB consultants. DOMUS participates in pilot projects testing DGNB systems for housing.
• FN Global CompactcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDOMUS supports the UN Global Compact initiative for increased corporate social responsibility. The firm aligns with the ten principles, with particular focus on labor rights and environmental issues.
• KAB (Boligforeningen 3B)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKAB administers Folehaven (972 units), and DOMUS serves as total consultant for the comprehensive sustainability renovation project that will achieve DGNB certification.
• DAB (DAB Administration)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDOMUS has won 4 framework agreements for total consultancy on renovation of social housing in East Denmark with DAB. Major projects include Sorgenfrivang II (428 units), Carlsro (901 units, DKK 886M), and Korngården (248 units).
• NIRASmajorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerDOMUS and NIRAS have won framework agreements together for KAB new construction and building consultancy services. NIRAS serves as engineering partner on multiple projects.
• Emcon A/SmajorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerPartnership for building consultancy with municipalities. Won framework agreement for Boliggården in Helsingør together with DOMINIA.
• DanakonmajorTechnology or IntegrationEngineering partner for Folehaven project.
• SchulmajorTechnology or IntegrationLandscape architecture partner for Folehaven project.
• DOMINIAmajorTechnology or IntegrationEngineering partner on Sorgenfrivang II and other major projects including Korngården.
• LYTT LandskabsarkitektermajorTechnology or IntegrationWon KAB framework agreement for building consultancy together with NIRAS and LYTT.
• Oluf Jørgensen Rådgivende IngeniørermajorTechnology or IntegrationEngineering partner for Sorgenfrivang II and Grenhusene project.
• Novo Nordisk A/SmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFramework agreement for architectural services renewed since 2016 for pharmaceutical company's facilities.
• Domea.dkmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWon framework agreement for total consultancy for renovation and transformation of social housing.
• Boligkontoret DanmarkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWon framework agreement for total consultancy on renovation projects. Multiple ongoing projects including Fyrrenæsly elderly housing, Rødtjørnen renovation, and framework agreements.
• LandsbyggefondenmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupports major renovation projects financially. Frydenspark receives DKK 213 million and annual operating subsidy of DKK 5.4 million. Also supports Sorgenfrivang II, Korngården, and other projects.
• Lassen Landskab asmajorTechnology or IntegrationLandscape architecture partner on multiple projects including Søtoften passive houses.
• Vilhelm Lauritzen ArkitekterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFormed team with DOMUS for prequalification for LEJERBO framework agreement.
• WE ArchitectureminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWon Boligselskabet Sjælland framework agreement (DKK 180M) together with Arkitektfirmaet Hovaldt.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• BIG (Bjarke Ingels Group): Internationally recognized Danish architecture firm with sustainability-led residential and public projects. Comparable in sustainability positioning but operates at vastly larger scale, with global reach that DOMUS lacks.
• Arkitema (part of COWI): Scandinavian architecture firm (acquired by COWI) offering sustainability, residential, and public-sector services across the Nordics. Larger and broader than DOMUS, but directly competes for Danish framework agreements with the same housing association clients.
• Henning Larsen (part of Rambøll): Major Nordic architecture firm (acquired by Rambøll) with sustainability expertise across residential, public, and commercial buildings. A larger incumbent competing on the same Danish public-sector tenders as DOMUS, with much greater bench depth.

Direct peers

• White Arkitekter: Nordic architecture firm with explicit focus on sustainability and social housing. Competes with DOMUS for framework agreements and sustainability-led renovation tenders in Denmark, sharing a similar DGNB and totalrådgivning positioning.
• KHR Arkitekter: Copenhagen-based architecture firm active in residential, public housing, and institutional projects in Denmark. Competes with DOMUS on social housing tenders and shares exposure to the DAB/KAB/Domea customer base.
• Vandkunsten: Copenhagen-based firm with deep experience in Danish social housing renovation, DGNB-certified projects, and totalrådgivning. Direct competitor on DAB/KAB framework agreements and similar housing association tenders.
• JJW Arkitekter: Danish architecture firm working across housing, public buildings, and renovation projects. Comparable in size and Danish-market focus to DOMUS, with overlapping client segments in housing associations and municipalities.
• Cobe Architects: Copenhagen-based architecture firm with strong portfolio in sustainable urban development, social housing, and public buildings in Denmark and internationally. Directly comparable to DOMUS in DGNB-certified residential and public-sector work, and a competitor on Danish housing tenders.
• 3XN: Danish architecture firm with sustainability-led practice covering residential, commercial, and public buildings. Comparable to DOMUS in DGNB expertise and Danish public-sector tenders, though operating at significantly larger scale.
• Dorte Mandrup Arkitekter: Danish architecture studio comparable in size to DOMUS, with award-winning sustainable public and residential projects. Direct competitor for Danish public-sector tenders and shares a similar boutique sustainability-led positioning.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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