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Aske Svane Enevold Arkitekt
index
material exploration page 4 exhibition page 8
design proposals page 10
competition projects page 14
masterplans page 16
development plans page 18 about me page 22
shellstone
a biogenic and non-extractive building material
a thesis project
Shellstone is a mineral-based, biogenic, and non-extractive building material entirely derived from seashells. This thesis explores the potential of viewing seashells as an untapped regenerative resource that can be farmed and utilized, potentially eliminating the need for limited natural resources such as sand, lime, and stone.
The project proposes an entangled Shellstone economy that could provide economic benefits to local communities by incorporating smallscale, local production—including a local mussel farm, local processing of seashells, and local production of, and construction with, the material. Additionally, there is an opportunity to utilize some of the 16,000 tons of seashell waste generated annually by the food industry in Denmark.
One part of the project focuses on renovating existing façades in western Jutland, which are highly affected by the harsh climate. Using Shellstone tiles and seashell mortar, the project provides a protective layer suitable for the fragile, historic bricks on these buildings. Another part addresses new construction, emphasizing sustainability by employing a material based solely on regenerative, non-extractive resources that can be reheated and reused indefinitely.
Where Shellstone is used in new construction, there are opportunities to give back to the ocean, the source of the material’s ingredients. While the material can be reheated and reused indefinitely, it can also be reintroduced into the ocean to form new stone reefs, providing shelter and protection for small fish and other marine life. This approach supports ocean biodiversity and helps restore damaged seabeds.
An entangled Shellstone economy
Open23: solidary components
the shellstone wall
In 2023, at the annual architecture festival at Aarhus School of Architecture, I had the opportunity to bring my thesis project to life when I was invited to contribute to an exhibition showcasing various types of alternative building materials.
The wall itself was built entirely by reusing old, weathered, and patinated bricks combined with lime mortar to create a Flemish bond solid brick wall. The concept behind the wall was to demonstrate how the Shellstone material can serve as a protective outer layer or shell, shielding the inner brickwork from harsh weather conditions.
For this purpose, I produced Shellstone tiles, which I attached to the wall using Shellstone mortar. The outer layer is intended to function as a sacrificial surface, designed to erode over time and gradually reveal the beautiful fragments embedded within the material.
Following the exhibition, I had the opportunity to present my work at AARCH, KADK, and the Danish Association of Architects.
1:1 mockup of a Shellstone facade
the haldum-hinnerup park design proposal
Creating a vibrant, biodiverse, and multigenerational meeting ground in a small Danish suburb, this project proposes the transformation of an unused parking lot, aiming to create an open space for connection and community.
At ArkPlan
skive urban cemetery
design proposal / semester project
Is it possible for the public and private, grief and joy, to coexist in balance? This sensitive yet radical project envisions a green urban cemetery in Skive.
Envisioning a multistorey apartment complex with an architectural studio, this proposal transforms an unused water tower and gives new life to an abandoned landmark.
At Arkikon
tårn TO design proposal
havnegadens psychology practice
design proposal / semester project
Serving as a platform for community and dialogue, this infill building, designed for disassembly, is developed to foster transparency and clarity as a means to address the stigma surrounding mental health.
malling nursing home competition project
Prioritizing accessibility and inclusion, this project renovates an existing nursing home, giving continued life and meaning to an existing footprint.
At Link Arkitektur
A building and a meeting place, developed through a program that aims to strengthen social cohesion and balance by connecting physical and social initiatives across selected urban areas in Denmark.
At Link Arkitektur
lanternen competition project
danish motor and machinery museum masterplan 2025
Emphasizing the landscape and strategic program planning, this masterplan envisions the expansion of a machinery museum in Djursland and aims to create spaces that offer a glimpse of history, telling the story of the functioning machines on site.
At Arkikon
trustrup urban development masterplan 2025
Proposing the development of a residential neighbourhood as part of the urban renewal of the wider station area, this masterplan aims to connect the city as a whole and serve as a catalyst for many transformations and developments to come.
At Arkikon
A city development plan I led as a project manager during my time at Tønder Kommune. My primary responsibility was to develop the design process and, moreover, to involve and engage city stakeholders—creating a community capable of taking ownership of the process and seeing it through to its conclusion.
løgumkloster, tønder municipality city development plan
A city development plan I led as a project manager during my time at Tønder Kommune. My primary responsibility was to develop the design process and, moreover, to involve and engage city stakeholders—creating a community capable of taking ownership of the process and seeing it through to its conclusion.
bredebro, tønder municipality city development plan
local development plans selected plans
Lokalplan 109-707 for boligområde mellem Lergravsvej og Udsigten i Grenaa Norddjurs Kommune
Lokalplan 4.51 for chaufførhotel i Hedehusene Vest
Høje-Taastrup Kommune
Lokalplan 4.42.27 for ungdomsklub og beboerhus i Hedehusene Vest
Høje-Taastrup Kommune
Lokalplan 1.90 for Vesterparken 5
Høje-Taastrup Kommune
Lokalplan xx for kontordomiciil i Hedehusene Vest
Høje-Taastrup Kommune
what type of architect am I?
I am an architect focused on the life that unfolds in and between buildings, in urban spaces, and in nature. I want to explore how we can create environments that enhance quality of life—both in cities and rural areas, for humans and animals alike.
My work spans from large-scale concepts to the smallest details, and I enjoy sketching, planning, designing, and developing projects that are meaningful and sustainable. I have a passion for exploration and experimentation, as well as a strong interest in alternative and sustainable building materials.