The design entry Spring by
Showcasing what a tree can do, the carbon neutral building named Katajanokan Laituri (
The goal of the architectural competition was to find a solution that combines the requirements relating to the urban framework and landscape; balancing functional, aesthetic, technical and economic demands.
'The winning design meets the targets set for the competition well. Its architectural solutions form a high-quality, natural entity that is well suited for a central seaside location', says the Chairman of the jury
The construction of the new premises with
The beautiful and balanced Spring is well suited for Katajanokka
Spring is a beautiful, balanced design, which continues the line of light-coloured city landscape using the methods of modern architecture.
'The architecture feels familiar in a pleasant way. Its shapes and forms reflect the heritage of the modern northern art of building. Spring paves the way for the future of using wood as part of the sustainable construction of our cities', Tomperi says.
Six architectural companies from
'All works made outstanding use of our office concept. We are also pleased with the winner that also received the greatest popularity in the internal voting of
Carbon neutral landmark - storing over 3,300 passenger car emissions
'The city of
'This spring has brought a fresh understanding of how important health and nature are for each individual. Forests and wood play such an important role in building a more sustainable future. This elegant wooden building will store an amount of CO2 equal to the yearly emissions of over 3,300 private cars - that is more than the yearly emissions from cars of all Katajanokka residents,' adds
Spring looks to the future
Based strongly on its location and environment, Spring looks to the future and serves as an example of carbon neutrality, sustainable growth and the potential of wood construction in a sensitive urban environment. The flexible structural solution allows for a variety of uses throughout the building's life cycle, creating opportunities for versatile and flexible interaction between people and the various functions of the building.
'It is great to be involved in a project that has exceptionally ambitious and determined targets when it comes to environmental and climate values. The design is strongly rooted in the location and its history, but at the same time, it looks to the future. Wooden construction can be applied to create, in a demanding, protected urban setting, an environment that is sustainable, human, flexible during its lifecycle and that enriches with both its architecture and its functionality,' says
With innovative and creative use of
The premises are scheduled for completion in 2023. Interested in the project Follow it online at www.katajanokanlaituri.fi
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