Architectural design

We provide architectural and principal design services for building renovation, conversion and refurbishment projects. Our projects include listed properties, urban area development plan and private residential buildings. Our design team has FISE qualifications in both principal and architectural design for exceptionally demanding renovation and conversion projects.

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Demanding restoration

In a demanding renovation project, the cultural values of the site must be taken into account. In our design work, we create value by applying researched knowledge of the building’s history, the characteristics of the site and the original design solutions. We have carried out a range of restoration projects for listed buildings.

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Conversion

We are experienced designers in demanding urban centre and listed building conversion projects. We act as a negotiating consultant for change of use and infill projects and as a expert in the implementation phase.

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Conserving infill development

Densification of urban structure and regional development require clear objectives, information and a comparison of implementation options from different perspectives. Our team of architects delivers high-quality design solutions that make use of the old building stock, taking into account the project’s environmental impact and commercial needs.

Our design work enables a new phase in the building's life cycle.
Marianna Heikinheimo, MANAGING DIRECTOR
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Interior architecture

We create a fresh interior atmosphere by making thoughtful transformations that reflect the character and intended use of the old building. We avoid unnecessary renovations, implement time-efficient solutions and assess how existing materials and furnishings can be refurbished and complemented.

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Services for housing associations

Our renovation professionals are a great asset to housing associations for various reconstruction and more customary alterations projects. Typical projects in older buildings include window and door repairs, façade and roof renovations, pipe repairs and attic renovations.

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Real estate development

In real estate development projects, we define an attractive and commercially viable use for a property at the crossroads of its life cycle. Based on background research and workshop sessions, we develop a concept for the building, which we then refine into an architectural design.