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Early cooperation between the city, housing company and partners would save the parties unnecessary rounds of planning as well as costs.

Helsinki has been a pioneer of underground zoning, and its underground local master plan from 2011 was the first of its kind globally. However, in recent years, Helsinki has started very few underground projects — some operated by the private sector, some by the city.

The ongoing pandemic is changing the structure of retail trade for good. In Finland, we have long been pondering how the relationship between e-commerce and brick-and-mortar shops will change in the future. Right now, it seems like e-commerce is taking over, but in a new way.

Functional and enjoyable working environments are comprised of several elements, and indoor climate is one of the most important of these from the point of view of user health and safety. The elements that affect indoor climate are also numerous.

Elderly people should take up easier living options early enough to leave enough time for pre-planning and adaptation.

An alliance creates shared objectives for the client, the designer and the builder and, as a result, the challenges are tackled together, too. Less arguing in projects also means clear savings for taxpayers.

The built environment should be designed to facilitate smooth everyday living and smooth travel between different areas. Construction companies can make a major contribution to a sustainable society by developing projects in areas that have good transport links and that can be improved through renovation and infill development.

The investment needs of public transport are enormous. What funding options are there for projects?