Author: Sofia
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Spaces make us
Space Doggie Dog is an imaginary philosopher with a message for fellow earthlings: Attention, dear earthling I am the space dog I would like to discuss space with you For space is love Space is life Space is Happiness And everything That matters most. We do not make spaces, Spaces make us instead. Ýou are…
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Together through the long night
We approach a long night. Not just the yearly Nordic abyss but an era of global scarcity. To halt climate change the building sector needs to reduce emissions by 90 %. In tandem, 2 billion new homes are needed. That means more cities, more infrastructure and more public spaces. As populations shift, new cultures are…
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Revitalizing the Skyline: Upgrading Aging High-Rises for a Sustainable Urban Future
As the urban population has grown taller in recent years as a result of the demographic shift to cities, high-rise buildings continue to play a pivotal role in the provision of efficient urban housing. However, many of these buildings have become obsolete, leading to inefficiencies and environmental hazards. In order to ensure a sustainable future,…
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Events as urban strategy
As our cities grow and evolve, we face both challenges and opportunities. Urban spaces, now more than ever, must serve multiple functions—offering housing, infrastructure, and places for culture, creativity, and connection. Events can become a key urban strategy, transforming underused spaces and fostering community in ways traditional city planning cannot. In Helsinki, an estimated 623,000…
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Vacant spaces as a solution to challenges of remote life
The breakthrough of remote work changed how we use the city. Work can be conducted from anywhere with an internet connection and offices in the central area have become empty. Where, when and why people interact has changed. This has changed the deepest essence of the city and what the city means to its residents.…