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JUHANI PALLASMAA
JUHANI PALLASMAA
Born 14 September 1936
Hameenlinna, Finland
Nationality Finnish
Occupation Architect
Practice Arkkitehtitoimisto Juhani Pallasmaa KY Art
Buildings Museum, Rovaniemi
Institute Finlandais, Paris
Kamppi Centre, Helsinki
Moduli 225
Projects Tapiola development plan
1. Juhani Pallasmaa is not just an architect; he has also shared
his ideas through books, essays, and lectures. Many young
architects look up to his teachings and writings.
He sees architecture as both a craft and an art. He believes it
should be both, even if it makes architecture seem "messy"
or not perfect. He has spent his life defining and explaining
architecture.
His philosophy focuses on going back to basics and evolving
architecture in a way that fits modern times.
He argues that computers lack emotions and imagination,
which are important for designing spaces. Most importantly,
computers never hesitate, but human hesitation helps us think
and create better.
1. Even though he has designed many buildings, he is better
known as a theorist and educator. He has taught at
universities worldwide.
WORKS
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1. Kamppi Centre, Helsinki (2003–2006): A major commercial and transportation hub in Finland’s capital.
2. Snow Show, Lapland (2004): A collaboration with artist Rachel Whiteread, likely involving experimental
snow and ice structures.
3. Bank of Finland Museum, Helsinki (2002–2003): A museum dedicated to Finland’s financial history.
4. Viikki Eco-village Pedestrian and Cycle Bridge (2002): A sustainable infrastructure project.
5. Extensions to Itäkeskus Shopping Centre (1989–1991): Expansion of one of the largest shopping
centers in Finland.
6. Outdoor Spaces for Ruoholahti Residential Area (1990–1991): Public space design in a major housing
area.
7. Institut Finlandais, Paris (1986–1991, with Roland Schweitzer): A cultural center representing Finland
in France.
8. Phone Booth Design for Helsinki Telephone Association (1987): A functional and aesthetic approach to
public phone booths.
▪ 9. Renovation of Helsinki Old Market Hall (1986): Restoration of a historic marketplace.
10. Renovation of the Art Museum in Rovaniemi (1984–1986): An upgrade to a key cultural institution in
Lapland
Moduli z255,Helsinki, Finland
Moduli
• 255 was a housing project started in 1968 by Kristian
Gullichsen and Juhani Pallasmaa.
It is named after its 225 cm geometric module, which
organizes
• the structure.
The houses
• are made of wood, steel, and glass.
The structure is built using cubic frames, each divided into
three sections of 75 cm, allowing for wall panels, doors, and
windows.
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Originally designed as summer cottages, many were later
used as primary homes.
60 houses were built between 1969 and 1973.
The first house was Kristian Gullichsen’s summer residence
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near Helsinki.
The text explains a construction system
with key details: .
Foundation: Uses adjustable metal supports, so no
extra work is needed on-site.
Height Adjustment: Can adapt to ground level differences
up to 1.5 meters.
Assembly Time: A basic house can be built in two days
at a low cost.
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Roof: It is flat and made of two layers of wooden board
with glass wool insulation.
Roof Support: Beams are placed in alternating
directions. The roof panels are stronger than wall panels
and have battens for fixing the ceiling cladding. There is
also space for pipes under the beams.
Kamppi Centre, Helsinki, Finland
Kamppi Centre is a large complex in Helsinki, Finland, designed by several architects,
with Juhani Pallasmaa as the main designer.
It is a major commercial and residential area in downtown Helsinki.
The project took four years to complete and was the largest construction site in
Finland’s history.
It was built to provide a modern shopping and transportation hub with easy access for
customers.
Main Features:
Local bus terminal
Underground long-distance bus terminal
Underground metro station
Underground freight depot
Underground parking
Six-floor shopping mall with a supermarket, shops, restaurants, and nightclubs
