finland

Finland 29 June - 8 July 2024

Due to popular demand, the legendary Finland tour is back.

Finland has always been pivotal to the fundamental foundation of the Modern movement and a must-see pilgrimage destination for 20th Century and contemporary architecture with its rich design culture. The architecture and designs embody the national identity of this relatively young country, the human spirit and the connection to the Finnish landscape. A country where international starchitects haven’t been able to gain a foothold amongst the local talents and its long history of well run competitions based on design excellence instead of big name dominance.

This 10 days 'grand tour' will give a comprehensive overview of architecture and culture in the South and Central part of Finland. There will be a lot of walking and public transport use. A certain basic level of fitness is required and it is best suited for students, graduates and independent travellers.

We will start and based initially in the capital, Helsinki for a number of days, exploring the various enclaves before going on a road trip visiting other cities such as Tampere, Jyväskylä, Mänttä, Seinäjoki, Rauma and Turku. Returning to Helsinki for the end of the tour.

*destinations currently subject to change

Examining and experiencing the works from internationally known heroes such as Alvar Aalto, Steven Holl, Eliel Saarinen and Juhani Pallasmaa, to local legends such as Reima+Raili Pietilä, Arno Ruusuvuori, Juha Leiviskä, Heikki+Kaija Siren, Erik Bryggman, Pekka Pitkänen and Kristian Gullichsen, and to the new generation of practices such as JKMM, ALA, K2S and Lassila Hirvilammi (OOPEAA).