Vantaa’s most popular nature site embraces sustainable design Lake Kuusijärvi has been the city’s flagship outdoor destination since the 1970s. Today it offers Finland’s largest urban swimming beach, winter ski…
Tampere Tramway – A Century-Old Vision RealizedThe idea of a tramway in Tampere dates back to 1907, but only became reality in 2021. With construction in two phases, the system…
Location: Sotkamo, FinlandYear: 2021Application: Area LightingDesigner: Jukka Laukkanen, Valosa OyPhotographer: Ilpo Aalto An immersive light installation at Sotkamo’s Hiukka Beach transforms the landscape into a canvas of seasonal storytelling — blending nature, art, and technology…
A Landmark Route Around Lake JyväsRantaraitti is a popular lakeshore trail that winds nearly 13 kilometres around Lake Jyväs, connecting residential areas, campuses, sports facilities, and cultural landmarks. Thanks to…
Safe Passage for an Endangered SpeciesHumans reshape landscapes with roads and infrastructure — but wildlife often pays the price. In Finland, conservationists have pioneered an elegant solution for the endangered…
Light that serves the bigger picture In 2015, VALOA Design, a Finnish agency specialising in architectural lighting, was commissioned to reimagine the illumination of Helsinki’s Senate Square. The goal was…
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