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The three-dimensional VIRE panel was on display at the Housing Fair in the form of large wall pins. Made of real wood, VIRE is a durable interior panel designed by Ristomatti Ratia that can be used as a ceiling panel or wall panel. VIRE has a concealed fixing form, so that the nail heads are not visible on the finished wood surface. In the kitchen and utility room, the VIRE panel is pre-treated, making it dirt-repellent. However, the surface treatment is not resistant to direct contact with water....

Your choice of interior materials can support your experience of well-being It doesn't matter what kind of walls and floors we spend our days surrounded by. According to recent research, the use of wood surfaces in interior design can clearly enhance people's sense of well-being. Wooden materials soothe the mind and body, boost good moods and reduce negative feelings such as stress and fatigue. International studies have found that wood surfaces used in interiors have clear regenerative effects....

For many Asian travellers, winter nature, darkness, cold and silence are unprecedented experiences that leave an unforgettable impression. The traditional log cabin is no longer enough for everyone, and many travellers prefer to stay in modern surroundings with a wide range of facilities. There is now a demand for Scandinavian, lighter wooden architecture, where lightness and simplicity are the order of the day. The latest accommodation combines modern wood architecture with design and ecology. In December, the Kaunispää Hotel in Saariselkä opened its...

Authenticity and nature experiences attract visitors to Lapland Lapland is in the peak season for tourism. Chinese tourists have found their way to Lapland thanks to successful marketing campaigns, improved flight connections and lucky social media coverage. The number of tourists from China and other Asian countries is growing year on year, and the real boom is only expected to come. New service concepts and hotels are being developed to meet the needs and aspirations of affluent Asian tourists. The traditional log cabin is no longer for everyone...

The façade is your home's calling card. In addition to its aesthetic value, the façade protects the building's structures from moisture. It is important for the well-being of the façade that the wood has an effective paint film to protect it. A paint film can be compared to a goretex film on clothing, which slows down the absorption of moisture into the wood and, in dry, cold weather, slows down the transfer of moisture from the wood to the outside air. This prevents the risk of large, sudden changes in humidity causing cracks and deformation in the wood. Our comparison is...

The finishing touches to the interior are built using smooth wooden shelves. Stitching can be used to highlight details or to create sophisticated transitions between different materials. In addition to white interior lists, base / coverboard can be finished in the same colour as parquet, for example, or even made from the same material as the parquet. It is worth paying attention to the formal language of the mouldings. Straight, streamlined shapes support a modern, minimalist style, while decorative, rounded mouldings bring a softness to the interior. Details are accentuated by...

In many ways, buying wood panels pre-finished is a sensible and sustainable choice. Pre-painted or waxed panels add a touch of class and can be used to quickly decorate wall and ceiling surfaces. Wood is also known to have positive effects on indoor air quality. Properly selected surface treatment methods can improve the durability of wood in everyday life and maintain its breathability. An industrially treated surface is about three times cheaper than hand-painted...

Wood is a beautiful material that is also a natural part of the Finnish environment. Using wood creates cosy environments where it is good to be and live. Wood is also an efficient and sustainable way to build. Discover the properties of wood that make it an energy-efficient, environmentally friendly and comfortable building material. 1. Wood is inherently sustainable Wood is a beautiful, but also sustainable material - it...

The 2017 Housing Fair will be held in Mikkeli, on the shores of the beautiful Lake Saimaa. The area is located just three kilometres from the city centre. The beautiful nature of Lake Saimaa has been incorporated into the interiors of many of the venues with large windows, and the towering pine trees paint a breathtaking picture of the lake. In terms of woodwork, the Finnish spruce has been joined by elm and larch. At the Housing Fair, these elements have come into their own in four stunning sites - Kannustalo Harmaja in Saimaa,...

In the past, the use of wood in industrial construction has been slowed down by fire safety regulations. Due to strict regulations, it has not been possible to use wood as such in the past, for example in the facades of apartment buildings. Advances in surface treatment methods and materials have brought wood on a par with other building materials. Thanks to its fire-resistance, wooden façades can be used in both apartment buildings and nursing homes. Construction is governed by a number of regulations and guidelines on fire safety in buildings....