A Non-Place Transformed
Keilaniemi, the hub of company headquarters situated on the border of Espoo and Helsinki, is changing from a car-dominated district to a pedestrian one. Changing ideals have materialised in the creation of a new square.
Alternative: Yes in my backyard
ow to densify a post-war neighborhood to have a wider range of dwelling types and to encourage walking and cycling instead of car traffic?
Feminist City – A Place for All?
In her recent book Feminist City, Leslie Kern unpacks intersectional perspectives to urban planning and elucidates the need to re-examine the planning profession.
Urban Encyclopaedia
A stylish book more reminiscent of a hip magazine than a work produced at a university department traces the history of urban design in the 20th century.
New Districts – How are Finnish cities being densified and infilled right now?
How are Finnish cities being densified and infilled right now? What kind of values are the plans based on? In this article, we will present an infill development plan of an inner city district, a sustainable smart city district and a district with mixed-use perimeter blocks.
Sigurd Lewerentz – A Double Serving
Two new books have recently been published on the most internationally renowned Swedish modern architect. One of them showcases a single building, the other attempts to shed light on Lewerentz’s life and architecture as a whole.
The Power of Expression
The new electricity substation and power line introduce a new, sculptural layer to the national landscape of the Imatrankoski Rapids.
Unique Link
An extension to the museum complements the cultural quarter next to Kuopio’s oldest park.
New Ideas, New Attire
Photo: Kuvatoimisto Kuvio / Martin Sommerschield The extension of the Sipoonlahti school campus also sees the updating of the existing school building. The old and the new buildings are successfully dovetailed in the central lobby.