The shared community space for service companies, which will be built near Koksikatu and Parrulaituri The contractor for the service companies’ shared community space has been selected. The construction project for the shared club space will be carried out by Arkta Rakennuskultti Oy, which specializes in new construction and renovation projects for impressive public spaces in the Uusimaa region.
“It’s great to be able to build another impressive building, this time in Helsinki. We would like to thank the client for their trust in selecting Arkta Rakennuskultti Oy as the general contractor for the project,” says Marko Kähkönen, CEO of Arkta Rakennuskultti Oy Marko Kähkönen.
A multipurpose, shared space is planned
The community club space is designed for shared use by the service companies’ partner companies and residents, and it promotes a sense of community in the area.
The building was designed by AOR Arkkitehdit Oy, whose competition entry named “Talas”won the architectural competition in 2022. The design places particular emphasis on versatility, a people-oriented approach, and the building’s central, seaside location. “Talas” refers to a boat shed or shelter, and the result is a new wooden structure.
“The project’s design phase has progressed through excellent collaboration between the design team and city officials.”
— Marko Kähkönen, CEO, Arkta Rakennuskultti Oy
Construction will continue through December 2025
Upon completion, the community club will feature, for example, a multipurpose space suitable for remote work as well as a café. The second floor will feature a sauna and a terrace with a view of the sea, both available for rent by residents.
“The project’s planning phase has progressed through excellent collaboration between the design team and city officials, and we believe this positive collaboration will continue during the construction phase as well. We look forward to starting work with the service providers and their partners,” says Kähkönen.
The project is being advanced in collaboration with other developers and stakeholders in the area, Kähkönen explains. “We aim to keep everyone informed about the project’s progress. The next public event will likely be the laying of the cornerstone, which, according to current plans, is scheduled to take place before the end of the year,” he says.
Construction will begin in early December 2024 and is expected to be completed in December 2025, after which the building will be furnished. The grand opening of the community center is scheduled for early 2026.
Additional information:
Marko Kähkönen
CEO
Arkta Rakennuskultti Oy
marko.kahkonen@arkta.fi
+358407724903