Helsinki: Buildings and projects since 1917: Architectural Guide: Buildings and projects from 1917 to the Present Day - Softcover

Meyer, Ulf

Softcover

ISBN 10: 3869229276 ISBN 13: 9783869229270

Publisher: DOM Publishers, 2026

Synopsis

Helsinki is among the European cities that have undergone profound transformation in recent years. This third edition of the architectural guide offers a comprehensive record of these changes. While central districts have largely retained their historic character, peripheral areas have been reshaped through the conversion of former industrial and harbour sites into new residential and commercial quarters. Featuring 210 buildings designed since Finland’s independence from Russia in 1917, the guide is organised chronologically, allowing readers to trace architectural developments and stylistic shifts over time. Two introductory essays provide architectural history and urban-planning context, while profiles of Finnish architects offer insight into the key figures who have shaped the city’s built environment. Owing to its close proximity, selected buildings in Espoo are also included. Extensive maps, QR codes for precise location details, and up-to-date aerial photographs make this guide an indispensable companion for exploring one of northern Europe’s leading centres of architectural culture and design.

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About the Author

Ulf Meyer, born 1970, studied architecture at the Technical -University of -Berlin and the Illinois Institute of Technology in -Chicago. -Held lectureship -positions abroad in -Tokyo,  Japan and -Berkeley- , -California, among -other -places. 2008 - 2010 -Assistant Professor for -Sustainable -Urban Construction at -Kansas State -University. 2010 - 2011 Hyde Chair of Excellence at the University of Nebraska--Lincoln. Countless lectures and publications on contemporary architecture. Laura Kolbe, born 1957, Professor for European History at the -University of Helsinki with focus on urban, cultural and social history. -Membership of -countless cultural organisations and -municipal insti-tutions. Participation in -national committees and academic -research -activities. Douglas Gordon, born 1951, studied archi-tecture at The Bartlett, -University College London. Archi-tect and -planner. Involvement in several urban development projects for the -Greater London Council (GLC), the London Borough of Camden and the Housing Fund of Finland with focus on the urban development of Helsinki and spatial strategies within the metropolitan region.

Edition details

• Publisher: DOM Publishers
• Publication date: 2026
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 3869229276
• ISBN 13: 9783869229270
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 288