Winner: Landscape and urban design project of the year 2024. Cobe has transformed The Opera Park in Copenhagen, Denmark.

A former industrial island in Copenhagen's inner harbour, adjacent to The Opera House, has been transformed into The Opera Park.

Previously a simple lawn, it now boasts a diverse landscape designed for recreation and contemplation, contrasted with the dense inner city of Copenhagen.

This public harbour-front park features six gardens representing different global regions: the North American Forest, the Danish Oak Forest, the Nordic Forest, the Oriental Garden, the English Garden and a Subtropical Garden in a greenhouse above an underground car park.

The gardens honour the island's history as a shipping hub that brought the world to Copenhagen.

Judges comments: "This project is an exceptionally well-designed public space that delivers both environmental and social benefits. The design offers a rich, diverse experience, from the varied plant life to the interplay of materials. This project is a high-quality, thoughtful contribution to urban space, becoming a highly popular public attraction."

Studio: Cobe
Project: The Opera Park