Block № 10
- Residential block in Rovaniemi
- 2016-2023
- Scope floor area 12 600 m2 / gross area 15 100 m2
- Location Rovaniemi City Centre
- Client Lehto Asunnot Oy
- Housing companies As Oy Rovaniemen Arctica, As Oy Rovaniemen Saaga, As Oy Rovaniemen Taiga
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Starting point
The starting point was to design a joint complex for three housing companies that would include commercial space and a shared underground parking facility in the heart of Rovaniemi.
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Location
The block fills in the urban landscape of Rovaniemi’s city centre. Due to its central and visible location in the cityscape, the architectural goals were high.
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Solution
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The block is white in overall appearance. The facades are white plastered brick, spiced up by red brick and lace masonry at the ends. A rooftop terrace provides additional outdoor seating in an otherwise compact block.
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The block is a pioneer in proacting for the changing commuting habits and preferences as it has its own car sharing service.
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The apartments on the upper floors offer breathtaking views over the Ounasjoki river and northern lights.
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photos Sami Saastamoinen