/en/listing/50566/feed News listing en /en/news/tum-aalto-sgt-summer-course-explores-economic-land-dynamics-in-west-africa-through-innovative Mon, 23 Jun 2025 12:14:46 +0000 Matleena Muhonen 1321913 at /en The summer course offered a dynamic simulation on land economics tailored for West African countries: Liberia, Ivory Coast, Ghana, Togo, and Benin. Collaboration Studies Sustainability Teaching Aalto Global Impact Cooperation Studies Visit to an informal neighborhood, presenting inconsistent building practices in Rufisque, Senegal.
Photo by Daniel Gog-Ciceu /en/news/sgt-studio25-students-explore-sustainable-and-affordable-housing-solutions-in-senegal Mon, 23 Jun 2025 11:04:48 +0000 Matleena Muhonen 1321907 at /en For the first time, Aalto’s Sustainable Global Technology (SGT) Studio course has initiated a project in Senegal, focusing on affordable and sustainable housing. Collaboration Studies Sustainability Teaching Aalto Global Impact Cooperation Studies Interview of a woman moving from an informal settlement to new social housing developed by NGO UrbaSEN, with support and translation provided by Magatte Diouf, Program Manager at UrbaSEN.
Location: Dakar, Senegal.
Photo by Sofia Pascolo, Aalto SGT Student /en/news/aalto-universitys-wood-studios-future-visions-of-finlands-most-valuable-wood-are-presented-at-the Wed, 18 Jun 2025 05:09:25 +0000 Sini Koskimies 1321076 at /en Curly birch – the tree pressed by the devil – exhibition will be on display in Lusto until March 15, 2026. wood Research & Art Kaksi vaaleaa puista jakkaraa, joista toinen on suorakulmainen ja toinen pyöreä, neutraalia taustaa vasten. /en/news/spring-term-open-science-highlight-aalto-open-science-award-ceremony Tue, 17 Jun 2025 13:04:24 +0000 Charlotte Forsgård 1320952 at /en We gathered at A Grid to celebrate the awardees of the Aalto Open Science Award 2024 and discuss open science topics with the Aalto community. Campus Services Honoured Research A Grid Research Data Management (RDM) open science doctoral education Research and innovation services newsletter Awards and Recognition Campus Research & Art Five people with a diploma and flowers. /en/news/aalto-university-furniture-program-is-exhibiting-at-3daysofdesign-in-copenhagen Tue, 17 Jun 2025 07:30:44 +0000 Sini Koskimies 1320926 at /en 3 Days of Design, the Copenhagen-based festival, is taking place from 18 to 20 June 2025. Research & Art A modern room with unique white chairs, wooden stools, leafy plants, and a cloud-like hanging lamp. /en/news/the-ceremonial-conferment-of-degrees-in-arts-design-and-architecture-was-celebrated-with-joy Mon, 16 Jun 2025 06:27:13 +0000 Sini Koskimies 1320705 at /en A total of 59 masters and 41 doctors were conferred. There were 225 participants in total, and the promotion week was celebrated in a festive and joyful atmosphere. Research & Art Ihmisiä mustissa akateemisissa kaavuissa ja sinisissä hatuissa seremoniassa. Osa seisoo, toiset taputtavat istuen. /en/news/state-award-for-public-information-goes-to-panu-savolainen-and-aleks-talve Fri, 13 Jun 2025 07:00:00 +0000 Sini Koskimies 1319997 at /en The State Award for Public Information goes to Panu Savolainen and Aleks Talve for their book The Millennia of Our Architecture: The History of Finnish Architecture from Start to Finish. Awards and Recognition Kirjan 'Arkkitehtuurimme Vuosituhannet' etu- ja takakansi, kirjoittajina Panu Savolainen ja Aleks Talve. /en/news/coming-soon-aalto-arts-grad-show-2025 Tue, 10 Jun 2025 09:55:29 +0000 Sini Koskimies 1319571 at /en We're thrilled to invite you to the Aalto ARTS Grad Show 2025 of the School of Arts, Design and Architecture! Research & Art Juliste Aalto ARTS Grad Show -näyttelystä 3. syyskuuta - 6. lokakuuta, abstrakti musta ja voinväri mustalla taustalla. /en/news/wood-programs-kide-selected-popular-choice-winner-in-global-architizer-a-awards Sun, 18 May 2025 17:58:20 +0000 Sini Koskimies 1315029 at /en The wooden Kide stage, situated in the centre of Kuhmo, has been selected as Popular Choice Winner in the Pavilions category in the internationally acclaimed Architizer A+ Awards competition. Awards and Recognition Moderni puinen paviljonki valaistuna yöllä, ympärillä puita ja rakennuksia taustalla. /en/news/eu-nature-restoration-law-alone-wont-halt-urban-biodiversity-loss-says-study Fri, 16 May 2025 07:54:18 +0000 Tiina Forsberg 1314646 at /en In response to accelerating environmental crises, the European Union has introduced the Nature Restoration Law (NRL). A key component of the law also mandates the restoration of urban ecosystems. Living environments Research Sustainability construction nature urban-planning Press releases Kaksi reppuselkäistä ihmistä puutarhassa, jossa on paljon auringonkukkia, ja taustalla näkyy moderneja rakennuksia sekä korkea torni. /en/news/join-us-for-the-aalto-open-science-award-2024-ceremony Wed, 30 Apr 2025 06:55:25 +0000 Charlotte Forsgård 1312039 at /en All Aaltonians are welcome – no registration required! Services Honoured Research A Grid School of Chemical Engineering School of Arts, Design and Architecture Research Data Management (RDM) open science doctoral education Research and innovation services newsletter Awards and Recognition Research & Art Aalto Open Science Award Ceremony, May 20, 2025, 1-2.30pm, Mordor A Grid, Otakaari 5 02150 Espoo. Programme: Welcome words, award video screening, AALTOLAB, Aki Vehtari, Rupesh Vyas, panel discussion on open science, coffee & ice cream. All Aaltonians welcome! /en/news/wuorio-prize-for-young-architects-awarded-to-nhung-pham Mon, 07 Apr 2025 05:55:54 +0000 Sini Koskimies 1308695 at /en Nhung Pham's thesis addresses the adaptability of housing through game methods. Living environments Awards and Recognition Mustaan paitaan ja sinisiin farkkuihin pukeutunut henkilö istuu ristissä jaloin lattialla, ympäriinsä puupalikoita. /en/news/minna-lukander-is-the-alumna-of-the-year-of-the-school-of-arts-design-and-architecture Fri, 21 Mar 2025 10:44:48 +0000 Liivia Pallas 1306299 at /en Architect and CEO of Talli Architecture and Design strives to create functional and meaningful spaces and living environments that promote well-being, community, and a sustainable lifestyle. Honoured Careers Alumni stories Department of Architecture alumni alumni activity architects Awards and Recognition University Henkilö mustassa poolossa seisoo puisten kirjahyllyjen edessä, jotka ovat täynnä kirjoja ja kansioita. /en/news/the-annual-review-provided-an-overview-of-aalto-arts-year-2024 Fri, 14 Mar 2025 05:08:56 +0000 Sini Koskimies 1305536 at /en The School of Arts, Design and Architecture's Annual Review on 12 March 2025 reflected on the results of the previous year and celebrated ARTS activities. Art and Creative Practices Research & Art A man presents at a university annual review event. Audience watches a large screen showing the date 12 March 2025. /en/news/julia-lohmanns-seaweed-installation-and-the-alusta-pavilion-to-be-exhibited-in-the-design-museum Mon, 10 Mar 2025 07:22:15 +0000 Sini Koskimies 1305017 at /en This summer, the Design Museum in London will stage a landmark exhibition on more-than-human design. Design Research & Art Julia Lohmannin Hidaka Ohmu. Kuva: Mikko Raskinen /en/news/metaverse-revolutionises-architecture-turning-physical-spaces-into-digital-experiences Wed, 05 Mar 2025 13:48:42 +0000 Pirita Posti 1304310 at /en Aalto University and Henning Larsen, part of the Ramboll Group, are creating a new world where augmented reality brings new content and meanings to spaces. Digitalisation and AI Arts and design Research Collaboration Department of Architecture School of Arts, Design and Architecture Cooperation Research & Art Metaversity: Interface and user interaction in the colorSense app demo using Fologram. /en/news/a-super-year-for-aalto-arts-at-the-venice-biennale Wed, 05 Mar 2025 08:43:54 +0000 Sini Koskimies 1304301 at /en Finnish expertise will be widely showcased at the upcoming Biennale Architettura in Venice, and Aalto ARTS researchers and alumni are play a major role in the programme. Collaboration Research & Art Historiallisen rakennuksen edessä on vaaleanpunainen mainos, jossa lukee 'La Biennale di Venezia'. Näkyvissä on goottilaisia ikkunoita. /en/news/research-reveals-hidden-carbon-emissions-in-urban-parks-landscape-life-cycle-assessment-paves-the Mon, 10 Feb 2025 11:55:06 +0000 Tiina Forsberg 1301139 at /en The emissions generated during the construction of parks could still be reduced. Sustainability Research climate change cities landscape architecture Press releases Modernit kerrostalot parvekkeineen, puita ja pyörätie etualalla. /en/news/info-package-on-artificial-intelligence-systems-and-copyright Thu, 06 Feb 2025 07:23:04 +0000 Sini Koskimies 1300533 at /en Read the instructions! Teacher services University Ohjelmointia tekoälyllä /en/news/landscape-architect-eveliina-kunnaton-receives-lappset-scholarship Wed, 05 Feb 2025 13:18:19 +0000 Sini Koskimies 1300473 at /en In her thesis, Kunnaton discusses biological heritage and its role in identifying the multiple values of historic parks and gardens. Studies Awards and Recognition Henkilö, jolla on vaaleat hiukset, istuu ulkona puisessa säleikössä, joka on peitetty vihreillä lehdillä.