Published in 5/2020 - Monument

Article

The New Life of Gardenia

Elina Koivisto

Chengfan Yang’s museum design sees the greenhouse converted into negative space between new, boulder-esque extensions.

Reusing existing buildings is key for sustainability, but the activity can be approached from different perspectives. Students at Aalto University envisaged new uses for Gardenia, originally designed as a nature centre, in Helsinki’s Viikki district.

Would you like to read the full story?

Subscribers have a full access on our website and the digital magazine archive.

Subscribe

Also these might interest you

Twilight Experiences

Article

Twilight Experiences

Despite its name, the Kaleva barn, has had many uses during its history, yet it never functioned as a barn. It has now become a joint arts and cultural hub. Helena Teräväinen writes about her encounters with the building.

A New Base for Urbanism

Interview

A New Base for Urbanism

The City of Helsinki’s new Urban Environment House brings together all the city’s departments of the built environment under a single roof. The new building by Lahdelma & Mahlamäki architects also signifies a change in planning culture.

Headquarters No More

Interview

Headquarters No More

The headquarters of the Kesko Corporation was completed in 1940, forming a gate and landmark to the Katajanokka district of Helsinki. The interiors behind the building’s protected facades have now been converted into unique apartments and a hotel.