Helsingin Vanha Mäntylä
2026Renovation of a listed timber building Helsinki
Listed buildings
Renovation design for listed buildings
Understanding a building’s character is the starting point for renovation. Careful study helps balance the preservation of its historic features with the needs of its users.
Building history as part of the design
Structures, materials and spatial arrangements from different periods record a building’s history. The design process establishes what to retain, what to repair and where alterations can be accommodated. A building history study can inform this work where needed.
Design and collaboration
Renovation involves collaboration with the client, users, other designers and relevant authorities. The architectural commission is tailored to the building and the project, and may range from preliminary studies to detailed design.
