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Phenomena — 1.3.2023

Forgotten Vision of Helsinki City

In the 1950s and 1960s, the Helsinki city centre became a utopian, American-inspired downtown. Now the buildings from that era are under threat of demolition.

Editorial — 1.3.2023

Editorial: The Perimeter Block Alone Does Not Guarantee a Lively Urban Environment

The city block has been the basic unit of urbanism for thousands of years, and it seems to thrive in contemporary cities, as well.

Book — 1.3.2023

The First Book on Aalto’s Landscapes

Nature has been an inseparable part of the interpretations made of Aalto’s architecture, yet this is the first book to focus deeply on the theme.

Book — 1.3.2023

Discovering Historical Architectural Drawings Reveals that Architects Have, from One Century to the Next, Come Back to the Same Basic Questions

Despite the development of drawing instruments and printing technology, from one century to the next, architects come back to the same basic questions regarding the function and meaning of architectural drawings.

Book — 1.3.2023

Vitruvius Finally Available in Finnish

The thick and heavy volume of Arkkitehtuurista is much more than just a Finnish translation of Vitruvius’ work.

User's Viewpoint — 1.2.2023

The HUS Bridge Hospital Doesn’t Look Like a Hospital, Say Users – Which is a Good Thing

We asked the staff members working at Meilahti’s new Bridge Hospital how they have settled in the new facilities.

Book — 1.2.2023

Sculpted Darkness

The book by architectural photographer Iwan Baan and architect Francis Kéré examines the architecture of Burkina Faso, specifically from the perspective of light. The printing and layout support the content.

Book — 1.2.2023

Forgotten Everyday Rooms and Objects

Interior architect Olof Ottelin’s work is still visible in many Finnish homes and public spaces, albeit few recognise it as exactly as his work.

Book — 1.2.2023

In-Depth Talks with Architects

Todd Saunders interviewed architects running an office in the Nordic countries about what is on their mind right now.

Book — 1.2.2023

Homes with Views

The New Northern Houses is a collection of private homes designed by Todd Saunders, located in Norway and Canada – and it will no doubt leave many a residential architect in Finland feeling envious.

Designer's Viewpoint — 1.2.2023

Hospital Nova Is Like a Healing Machine

Designing the new central hospital in Jyväskylä made the architects assume a new role as process designers.

Designer's Viewpoint — 1.2.2023

“Everything is Incredibly Beautiful” – Hospital Nova is a Well-Functioning Working Environment, Say Users

We asked the staff members working at Hospital Nova of Central Finland how have they settled in the new facilities.

Editorial — 1.2.2023

Editorial 2/2023: Caring for People Needs Architecture

In 2014, the Finnish Architectural Review published an issue on hospital architecture, following the new construction boom. Now is a good moment to examine whether the designs have delivered on the promises made nine years ago.

User's Viewpoint — 1.2.2023

“We Were Involved in Every Design Meeting”, Says the Director on the Myllypuro Senior Centre Design Process

We asked the Director of the Myllypuro Senior Centre how the everyday life has settled in the repurposed building.

Panel — 1.2.2023

Many Faces of Care

Who does architecture take care of? How should architecture itself be cared for? We asked architects to provide different viewpoints.