The verdict in three sentences
For an Aarhus practice used to private houses that wants to bid for public and institutional commissions, the redesign must first serve the person reading a bid: sorted references, team, capabilities and an up-to-date credentials PDF. The 2026 ballpark runs from DKK 75,000 to 175,000 (about EUR 10,000 to 23,500) at a local agency, against EUR 4,500 on Growth and EUR 8,200 on Premium with Kolonell (the multilingual tier, languages set in the quote). Production takes 3 to 4 weeks once texts and photos are ready, plus 6 weeks of redirect monitoring.
What does a public client look for on your site?
A selection panel or procurement officer reads a website like a submission: quickly, and checking. Procurement rules are described here generally; they vary with the procedure and thresholds.
| What the client looks for | Where it sits on the site | Common gap before the redesign |
|---|---|---|
| Comparable references by building type | Filters: housing, education, culture, houses | All projects mixed, houses first |
| Team and qualifications | Team page with each person's role and training | Group photo with no names |
| Credentials document | Downloadable, dated PDF of 8 to 12 pages | 2019 PDF sent by email |
| Method and work stages | Method page, from sketch design to site follow-up | No dedicated page |
| Sustainability approach | Dedicated page, real certifications only | Vague promises, unsupported labels |
| Named contact | Lead partner's name, direct phone | Anonymous form |
In Denmark the title arkitekt is not protected, but arkitekt MAA is used only if the firm's architects are members of the Danish Association of Architects (Arkitektforeningen). Awards, competitions and certifications appear only if real and supplied by the firm.
What does a redesign cost in Aarhus in 2026?
Local figures: a ballpark from typical Danish agency quotes, converted at about DKK 7.46 per EUR, photography excluded.
| Option | Local budget | Approx. in EUR | Credentials PDF | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freelancer, existing theme | DKK 20,000 to 60,000 | 2,700 to 8,000 | Rarely | 4 to 8 weeks |
| Aarhus web agency | DKK 75,000 to 175,000 | 10,000 to 23,500 | Sometimes, as an option | 8 to 12 weeks |
| High-end design studio | DKK 175,000 to 300,000 | 23,500 to 40,000 | Yes | 10 to 16 weeks |
| Kolonell Starter | EUR 2,700 | 2,700 | No | 3 to 4 weeks |
| Kolonell Growth | EUR 4,500 | 4,500 | Structured reference pages, PDF supplied by the firm | 3 to 4 weeks |
| Kolonell Premium | EUR 8,200 | 8,200 | PDF layout, multilingual tier | 3 to 4 weeks |
Every tier includes a project manager reachable in the Copenhagen time zone, native English copywriting and 3 months of support. Danish copy is written by the firm or a freelance translator, a third-party cost. On quote, linked or embedded: BIM viewers, project extranets, client portals, tender document rooms, CRM and a secure channel for plans. Tier details are on the international offer page.
Which risks should you manage during the redesign?
| Risk | Mitigation | Owner |
|---|---|---|
| Losing house pages that already rank | URL inventory, page-by-page 301s, Search Console monitored for 6 weeks | Kolonell |
| Private house addresses visible | Location shown by area, street views removed, written client consent | Firm |
| Missing photo credits | Credit on every project, licence covering web use checked | Firm |
| Unsupported MAA mention or certification | Review of team and sustainability pages before go-live | Firm |
| Form asking for too much | Name, contact, project type, area, rough budget; plans via a separate channel on quote | Kolonell |
| Downtime during a bid | Switch outside a submission window, 30-day backup | Both |
The form and the recruitment page for architects and technologists fall under the GDPR, supervised by Datatilsynet. Building permits, issued by the municipality, and procurement procedures are presented generally, never as advice. This is not legal advice.
Schedule: week 1 inventory and reference structure, week 2 design and copywriting, week 3 build, migration and PDF layout, week 4 review and go-live. Pick a date with no bid deadline in the following 15 days.
When is an Aarhus agency the better choice?
If you want workshops in Danish at your office, a photographer coordinated by the same team, or a custom bid platform with a document area, a local agency is a better fit. Ask any provider: who updates the credentials PDF, who writes the redirect map, who owns the domain, and what maintenance costs after delivery.
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Mini case study
Illustrative example. Studio Fjordlys, a fictional four-person Aarhus practice, designs high-end houses and second homes. Its two partners are members of Arkitektforeningen and use the arkitekt MAA designation. The firm wants to bid for small public and institutional commissions.
Its site shows 28 houses with no filter. After the audit: 18 projects kept and sorted, 10 retired with a 301 to the Houses category, and new Method, Team and Credentials pages. Budget: Kolonell Premium at EUR 8,200 (the multilingual tier, Danish and English set in the quote), a freelance Danish translator at about DKK 6,000 (about EUR 800) and a local photographer for 3 projects at about DKK 9,000 (about EUR 1,200), both third-party costs. Total: 8,200 + 800 + 1,200 = EUR 10,200, against about DKK 120,000 (about EUR 16,100) at a local agency for a similar scope. Maintenance after the 3 included months: on quote.
FAQ
How much does an architecture firm website redesign cost in Aarhus?
In 2026, DKK 75,000 to 175,000 at a local agency, about EUR 10,000 to 23,500. On the Kolonell grid, EUR 4,500 on Growth and EUR 8,200 on Premium.
Can we write arkitekt MAA on the site?
Only for people who are members of Arkitektforeningen. The title arkitekt alone is not protected in Denmark, but every mention must stay accurate, the team page included.
Does the credentials document need to be a PDF?
A dated PDF of 8 to 12 pages remains practical for bids. It complements the reference pages, which must say the same thing.
How long does it take?
3 to 4 weeks with Kolonell once content is ready, against 8 to 12 weeks at a local agency. Add 6 weeks of Search Console monitoring.
Can we host a tender document room?
It stays on quote, linked or embedded, on top of the EUR 8,200 Premium tier. It is never rebuilt inside the site.
Let's scope your project. Send your project count, languages and the date of your next bid, and we will return a fixed price from EUR 2,700. See the international offer or request a free quote: detailed reply within 48 hours.
Mohamed Bah
Fondateur, Kolonell
Passionate about digital and entrepreneurship in Africa, Mohamed has been helping Sénégalese businesses with their digital transformation since 2020. Founder of Kolonell, he believes every SME deserves a professional and accessible online présence.
