The Ultimate Recognition – But for What?
The Finlandia Prize for Architecture is a breeding ground for a destructive myth when it comes to architectural creativity, claims Anni Vartola.
The Other Side of Neighbourhood Shopping Centres
By tearing down old neighbourhood shopping centres, we are losing not only high-quality architecture but also services, extraordinary culture and tax euros, argues Juhana Heikonen.
On the Power of Communal Living
When it comes to communal living, our differences can foster a reciprocal relationship, where no one is there to purely provide or receive support.
Concept: Conviviality – “Convivial Spaces Draw People Into Encountering One Another”
While a community is typically based on a given shared purpose or interest, social interaction in general can also be centred around the simple objective of enjoying each other’s company. This is illustrated by the concept of conviviality, says Katja Maununaho.
Making Finland Visible – A Response to Rainer Mahlamäki
Finnish architecture arouses interest around the world as long as it is actively promoted in various media, writes Wolfgang Jean Stock.
Helsinki’s Sprawls and Burrs
The urban structure of Helsinki is fragmented by wrong planning ideals, says architect and professor Kai Wartiainen.
Where Did the Landscape Go?
Urban nature is more than healthy and hygienic green space steered by science and technology, argues landscape architect Meri Mannerla-Magnusson.
What Can an Architect Learn from the Working Cultures Abroad?
In Finland, the process of execution of design project is highly standardised and bound by law. In India, there is a lot of back and forth between the worksite and the design table, which compensates for the lack of standardisation, compares Sudar Oli Gunasekaran.
How Can I Support My International Colleagues?
As individual practitioners, we can play a role in making our profession more inclusive, writes Arvind Ramachandran.