Viuhka, housing company, Helsinki
The gleaming white 11-storey tower is an example of a new, innovative architecture and a result of effective collaboration between the stakeholders and Helsingin Viuhka housing company was awarded Concrete Structure of the Year in 2016.
A new balcony concept was developed, a so-called dice balcony cast in one piece of concrete. The cube-like balconies break down the monotony of the tall building and enliven the facade with their play of light and shadow. The mostly prefabricated structural frame and the integration of HVAC systems in the structural frame substantially reduced the time needed on the construction site. ONE Architects (Part of AINS Group) were responsible for the main and architectural design of the project: https://www.onearchitects.fi/ Photo: Kuvatoimisto Kuvio Oy
Customer
VVO-Yhtymä Oyj
Location
Helsinki
Size
5500 brm2
Completion
2016
Services
Principal and architectural design
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