I’m happy to tell you that the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization UNESCO World Heritage Committee has decided to inscribe the Aalto Works on the UNESCO World Heritage List! The Aalto Works comprises 13 modern architectural sites across Finland designed by Alvar, Aino and Elissa Aalto. They are listed here in chronological order:… Continue reading Awesome! Aalto Works on UNESCO World Heritage List
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The 125th anniversary of architect Alvar Aalto’s birth on February 3, 2023
Today is a flag day in Finland in celebration of Alvar and Aino Aalto and Finnish architecture and design. Today is the 125th anniversary of Alvar Aalto’s birth as well. Alvar Aalto’s life Alvar Aalto was born in 1898 in Kuortane, a small municipality in Finland. When Alvar was young, his favourite subject in school was drawing. After matriculation… Continue reading The 125th anniversary of architect Alvar Aalto’s birth on February 3, 2023
Finnish Architecture and Design Days on 1–5 February 2023
Finnish Architecture and Design Days are celebrated on the first week of February, highlighting the significance of architecture and design in our daily lives. The theme in 2023 is Quality of Living. There’s more than 50 events, such as discussions, lectures and guided tours around Finland and online. Tomorrow, on February 3, 2023, is the… Continue reading Finnish Architecture and Design Days on 1–5 February 2023
Finnish Architecture and Design Days on 3–6 February 2022
Finnish Architecture and Design Days have been celebrated on 3 February, the birthday of world-renowned architect and designer Alvar Aalto (3 February 1898 – 11 May 1976). This year is the first time the Finnish Architecture and Design Day will be celebrated by flying the flags. The theme in 2022 is Everlasting Design, a very important thing to keep… Continue reading Finnish Architecture and Design Days on 3–6 February 2022