The purpose of this project is to realize The House of Water – a bold and visionary initiative that will anchor at the future Water Village on Pier 3 in Aarhus. With the generous support of the Grundfos Foundation, we are ready to begin the next critical phase: laying the foundation for an international hub that redefines how we engage with one of our planet’s most vital resources – water.

A Vision Rooted in Urgency and Opportunity

The Water Village aspires to become a global beacon for sustainable water solutions. It is more than an idea – it will be a living lab, a place of action and co-creation, where water is not just a theme but a tool for education, innovation, recreation, and impact.

The heart of this vision is the House of Water – the central hub where research, education, technology, culture, and civic engagement come together. As we face increasing global pressures related to water scarcity, climate change, and biodiversity loss, this facility will serve as both a lighthouse and a laboratory, uniting actors across sectors and disciplines to shape solutions that matter locally and globally.

What the House of Water Will Offer

Situated in the innovative Pier 3 district of Aarhus, the House of Water will provide:

• A testbed for innovation – where the full water cycle can be explored through testing and demonstration of cutting-edge water technologies.
• A dynamic gathering point – with laboratories, exhibitions, workspaces, and cultural areas for collaboration between researchers, businesses, utilities, municipalities, and citizens.
• An educational and experiential space – offering immersive opportunities for all ages to learn about water, sustainability, and the environment through play, experimentation, and storytelling.
• A catalyst for behavioral change – aiming to reshape how we, as individuals and societies, understand and manage water resources.

From Vision to Reality: What Comes Next

With support from the Grundfos Foundation, we are now developing the core foundation for the House of Water. This includes a solid operational model, a strong and committed partner group, and a compelling concept design rooted in the broader Water Village vision. At the same time, we are ensuring close integration with the development of the Pier 3 district, so that the House of Water becomes a natural hub within a dynamic and future-oriented environment.