Modern Helsinki Map presents jewels of contemporary architecture
Finland has long held an international reputation for modern architecture that unites innovation with a deep respect for the natural environment. In Helsinki, this is expressed in cleanlines, human-centred design ideals and the considered use of natural materials鈥攓ualities evident in the work of many of the country鈥檚 most respected architects.
Written by architectural historian Anni Vartola with original photography by Tuukka Niemi, the bilingual English鈥揊innish map documents a century of architectural achievement across Helsinki, Espoo, Vantaa and Kauniainen.
The map includes exemplary projects by Alvar Aalto, such as the Aalto House, Studio Aalto, the National Pensions Institute and the House of Culture, alongside buildings by Viljo Revell, Yrj枚 Lindegren, Toivo J盲ntti, Heikki and Kaija Siren, Olavi Sorta and others. More recent works, including the renewal of the Olympic Stadium by K2S Architects and Architects NRT, JKMM Architects鈥 Think Corner and Amos Rex, and ALA Architects鈥 Helsinki Central Library Oodi, demonstrate the continuing vitality of the city鈥檚 architectural scene.
鈥淢odern Helsinki Map is intended as both a practical tool and a concise record of a century of architectural ambition鈥, says Vartola. 鈥淭he selected buildings embody Finland鈥檚 long-standing use of architecture as a means of improving quality of life, from the optimism of the post-war years to the sophisticated experimentation of the present day.鈥
The map is published by Blue Crow Media, that have published over 60 architecture-focused maps for cities around the world. The maps are known for their distinctive design, usability and quality of research. Modern Helsinki Map is the latest addition.
Launch and presentation of the Modern Helsinki Map 22 August at 6 pm at the Central Library Oodi, Helsinki
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