Worn-out block renovated with new method

A pilot project will test a new way of renovating. The new method will enable most residents to stay in their homes and avoid rehousing while the renovation is underway.

In connection with the renovation of Block 2 in Nuuk, the local government is testing a new method that will make it possible for almost all households to remain living while the aging apartment block undergoes a major update.

The Autonomous Government is testingAnnouncement

In a press release, the Government of Greenland states that Block 2 was built in 1968/69 and is home to 44 families. It is marked by the ravages of time with leaks in the roof, doors, windows and facades, which makes it necessary to thoroughly renovate the climate barrier.

According to the Government of Greenland, the biggest challenge with this type of renovation so far has been that all residents had to be moved out of the homes, because the number of available homes for rehousing is simply limited.

During the renovation of Block 2, a method is now being tested where the entire climate barrier – including facades, doors and windows – is replaced with prefabricated elements directly on site. The method is being tested in collaboration with Taasinge Elementer A/S.

– The replacement is done element by element: The old exterior walls are removed and new, fully assembled facade elements are installed. Only six households will need to be temporarily rehoused, as their access conditions will be affected for a short period, explains Naalakkersuisut.