Leppävaara Centre

“Taikavarpu” design involved renewing the centre of Leppävaara as well as connecting the two currently distinct sides of the train line. “Taikavarpu” achieves this with a concept in which smooth connections and downtown functions are integrated into a clear and visually attractive entity.

We emphasized themes such as a lively and expressive environment, sustainable and flexible structure, and green and walkable urban areas. In the award-winning proposal, a technical-economic solution was presented which minimizes the climate load and preserves the city’s infrastructure to the greatest extent possible.

Competition news

Program:
Urban design, offices, housing, retail

Size:
178 000 sq-m2

Client:
Peab, SATO, TA

Location:
Espoo

Collaborators:
LOCI Landscape Architects
Finnmap Infra (traffic)
Sitowise (geo)

Status:
Two-phase international open architectural competition 2022-2024

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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