A Think Tank That Will Be Remembered for a Long Time

Every June, Kirsten Jung invites participants to the Think Tank in Copenhagen—a special event that not only impresses with the high quality of its speakers but also sets groundbreaking impulses for the educational architecture scene. On June 2, 2026, carefully selected speakers and a highly interested audience once again answered her call.

The Perfect Setting for Fruitful Exchange

The day was well filled with 23 speakers, and the venue accommodated a total of 70 participants. Sunshine and an enchanting setting that combines historic buildings, nature, and modern office architecture: The premises of Fæstningens Materialgaard by Bloxhub in Copenhagen provided the perfect framework for an unforgettable and focused event.

Leading by Example

What made the day special was that it was not about mere theory—all speakers presented concrete projects through which one could discern each person’s vision and derive one’s own possibilities. Beyond significantly greater clarity, this provided proof that the ideas and concepts of the committed participants are not pipe dreams but are achievable today. It became clear what potential lies dormant in each individual municipality.

International Perspectives Enrich the Exchange

Furthermore, all attendees benefited from the exciting and diverse perspectives arising from the different origins of those present: In addition to Germany, Denmark, Sweden, and Norway, Poland, Brazil, and the USA were also represented. It quickly became evident that the exchange does not end with the day but can give rise to international and long-term goals and project opportunities.

Networking Was Not Neglected

During the coffee breaks between individual thematic blocks, lively discussions quickly ensued, deepening the topics presented. This was precisely the intention behind the seven-minute impulse presentations—the concept worked perfectly. This atmosphere continued into the joint get-together from the afternoon into the evening hours. Over cool beverages in a setting that could not have been more idyllic and central, shared ideas were thought through, implementation challenges discussed, and visions developed.

The Thematic Blocks

The Think Tank was opened by Michael Reiter, as representative of the German Embassy in Copenhagen. In addition to him, Kirsten Jung and Christoffer Worm from Bloxhub also addressed welcoming remarks to those present. The rest of the day was divided into four thematic blocks:

1. Perspectives: City, Architecture, Learning, and Sustainability
   • With Lene Bitsch Bierbaum, My Lunsjö, Rune Boserup, James Dodson, and Lars Forsberg.
2. Municipal School Building Strategies in Comparison
   • With Kerstin Niendorf, Marco Tschöp, Timo Schlosser, Tim Kostbade, Lars Hornung Bahn, and Astrid Mody.
3. Urban Development
   • With Mauritius Duarte, Sofia Lilja, and Jeanette Frisk.
4. Interior and Exterior Spaces as Social Infrastructure
   • With Jonas Kjellander, Joachim Fjeld, Max Johnsson, Søren Ejlersen, Lisbeth Juhl Christensen, Christine Skovegaard Madsen, and Helle Juul.

Workshops & Q&As

Each thematic block was followed by five minutes of Q&A, moderated by the host herself. After all thematic blocks, a 25-minute workshop session concluded the program, during which all attendees gathered in small groups. Kirsten Jung posed summarizing questions to the plenary, which were then heatedly discussed. In this way, all topics were reviewed once more and mutual acquaintance was further intensified.

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