Published in 4/2024 - Colour

Interview

Colour Design is Like Fire Control, Says Professor Pentti Kareoja – “Helsinki’s Jätkäsaari District, for Example, Would Have Benefited From Stricter Guidelines”

Kristo Vesikansa

Pentti Kareoja. Photo: Harri Pakarinen

Professor Pentti Kareoja believes that comprehensive guidelines are needed for the colour planning of urban environments.

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