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School of Arts, Design and Architecture
Department of Architecture
Department of Architecture
The Department of Architecture at Aalto University is an internationally renowned education and research unit. With respect to Finland’s esteemed architectural heritage, we find solutions to the future challenges of construction. We combine artistic excellence, research and practice to educate architects who shape socially, culturally and ecologically sustainable built environments.
Research
The Department of Architecture conducts multidisciplinary research on architecture, the built environment and the future of construction. Our work combines fundamental research with practical solutions for society and industry, contributing to Aalto University's research on human-centred living environments.
Read more about our research
Studies at the Department of Architecture
The Department of Architecture offers education in architecture, urban planning, landscape architecture and interior architecture. Students combine artistic, technical and research-based learning while specialising in their chosen field. They can also broaden their studies by taking courses and a minor across Aalto University.
Professional Studies
Aalto WiT Programme is a 5-month transdisciplinary professional diploma programme under the Aalto University World in Transistion LAB (WiTLAB). The Programme focuses on the resilience of human settlements in the Global Majority context.
Department Leadership
Department of Architecture Personnel
Faculty
Architectural Principles and Theory
- Professor Jenni Reuter
- Senior University Lecturer Anni Vartola
- University Teacher Iris Andersson
- Lecturer Tuomas Siitonen
Building Design
- Associate Professor Pirjo Sanaksenaho
- Lecture Esa Ruskeepää
Computational Design
- Associate Professor Pia Fricker
- University teacher Zubin Tan
Design of Structures
- Associate Professor Toni Kotnik
- University teacher Zubin Tan
Emergent Design Methodologies
- Professor Antti Ahlava
Health and Wellbeing Architecture
- Professor of Practice Laura Arpiainen
- Senior Scientist Ira Verma
History of Architecture
- Associate Professor (tenured) Panu Savolainen
- Senior University Lecturer Özlem Özer-Kemppainen
Housing Design
- Assistant Professor Antti Lehto
- Senior University Lecturer Anne Tervo
Humanitarian Architecture
- Senior Scientist Saija Hollmén
Sustainable building construction
- Associate Professor Matti Kuittinen
- University Teacher Simon Mahringer
Urban Design
- Associate Professor Karin Krokfors
- Lecturer Tommy Lindgren
Urban and Regional Planning
- Associate Professor Gianni Talamini
- Senior University Lecturer Hossam Hewidy
- Senior Scientist Johanna Lilius
Wood Architecture
- Professor of Practice Pekka Heikkinen
- University Teacher Laura Zubillaga
Landscape Design and Construction
- Professor Jyrki Sinkkilä
Landscape planning
- Associate Professor Ranja Hautamäki
Landscape planning and Ecology
- Assistant Professor Elisa Lähde
Lecturers
- Lecturer Meri Mannerla-Magnusson
- Lecturer Emilia Weckman
- Lecturer Matleena Muhonen
- University teacher Aada Taipale
Spatial design
- Assistant Professor Katrin Greiling
- University Lecturer Esa Vesmanen
Furniture Design
- Associate Professor Tomek Rygalik
- Lecturer Mikko Paakkanen
Spatial and Service Design
- Senior University Lecturer Antti Pirinen
Wood design
- Lecturer Karola Sahi
- Associate Professor Pia Fricker
- Associate Professor Gianni Talamini
- Senior University Lecturer Christine Mady
Student Works
A collection of Department’s student works
Aalto University Department of Architecture Yearbook 2020-2022
Writing the yearbook 2020-2022 of the Department of Architecture at Aalto University was inspired by the Department's 150th anniversary.
Aalto ARTS' Communications Guide
Easy access communication tools and help for everyone! This guide is updated according to the needs of ARTS members. Login (top right) to view all content. Some pages are internal, so they are only visible to logged-in ARTS members.
Where to find us
Undergraduate Centre
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News
Funding for impact assessment research concerning the Helsinki Capital region available
Funding call of the Urban Impact project (Kaupunkivaikutus) is open until 11. October 2026.
The World Planning Schools Congress 2026 brought together more than 1500 participants in Espoo and Helsinki
The sixth World Planning Schools Conference took place in July 2026 hosted jointly by Aalto University, University of Helsinki, and Tampere University.
A Finnish working group’s artwork brings a cooling garden to Spain, which is sweltering in the heat
Through their garden art installation, a group of Finnish architects and artists proposes vegetation and a sense of community, among other things, as solutions to urban heat islands and the environmental crisis.
Coming soon: Aalto ARTS Grad Show 2026
We're thrilled to invite you to the Aalto ARTS Grad Show 2026 of the School of Arts, Design and Architecture!Events
Urban Impact coffee event: Research perspectives on infill development
Welcome to the first Urban Impact coffee event of the autumn. The event is held in Finnish.
Designers in Materials Research – From CHEMARTS to Biodesign
How does design shape the future of bio-based materials? Join us to hear experiences, practical insights and ideas for the future.
Phenomena: Celebrating the Influence and Legacy of Juhani Pallasmaa
Phenomena: a symposium honoring Juhani Pallasmaa at 90, exploring the cross-cultural reach of his human-centered, interdisciplinary architectural thought.Visit the School of Arts, Design and Architecture
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