New residents have recently moved into the historically restored engineering house by Apulanta Oy in Tampere, Finland.

The historic engineering house in Niemenranta, Tampere, brought to life by Apulanta Oy, has new residents. The restoration project, led by Apulanta's drummer Sipe Santapuk and project manager Allu Kämp, is a unique combination of the history of an old valuable building and the demands of modern living.

The power of natural materials

Wood has played a central role in the restoration project and has been used judiciously indoors for various purposes. Sipe Santapukki the natural warmth and durability of wood: “Wood is a unique material because it breathes and ages gracefully. It was important to us that the materials used were in keeping with the original spirit of the house and were long-lasting."

The construction team was able to use their creativity in the interior design and develop various solutions for surface materials. KINOS wide KINOS from Siparila's selection made the project easier. "These same moldings can be used as both baseboards and cover moldings, which brings visual harmony to the spaces and facilitates material management on the construction site," Santapukki . The moldings made of real wood at the doorways and at the junctions between the walls and floors emphasize the dignity and historicity of the space.

Cooperation with Siparila: Fostering quality and tradition

In the Tampere restoration project, it has been of paramount importance to respect the architectural features of the engineering building. Allu Kämppi, who is responsible for the practical implementation and management of the project, emphasizes the importance of Siparila's products in the restoration of the building. "Siparila's products are perfectly suited to the needs of the restoration project. The moldings are of high quality and respect the original appearance of the building. This has been particularly important to us, as we strive to preserve as much of the building's original atmosphere as possible," says Kämppi.

Santapukki , highlights the philosophy behind the choice of materials: “A construction project is like making music. All the parts must be chosen with care, and the whole must work harmoniously. Siparila products, such as KINOS, have proven to be just the right choice for this project.”

The balance of new and old

The height of the Tampere Engineers' House and the original architecture of the building have guided the choice of materials. "The height of the rooms made it possible to use wide moldings and special profiles, which add to the dignity of the space. Design is not my strongest area, but we have learned to recognize what works best in this kind of historic environment," Santapukki .

“One of the biggest challenges of the restoration has been finding a balance between the original architecture and modern requirements. With Siparila's products, we have been able to preserve the original spirit of the building while ensuring its durability and functionality now and in the future," adds Kämppi.

Focus on durabiity and sustainability

Santapukki Kämppi emphasize that sustainability and environmental friendliness were also taken into account in the planning and implementation of the project. "We wanted to use domestic materials whose manufacturing has as little environmental impact as possible. The EPD environmental declarations for Siparila's products made it easier to assess the environmental impact," Santapukki .

"Localism is an important part of the project. The restoration of the building is a local effort, and we aim for it to benefit the local economy. It was wonderful to be able to use products made in Finland for the restoration of the engineering house and to support Finnish work," says Kämppi.

Apulanta Oy's future plans

When asked about future projects, Santapukki Kämppi agree that the collaboration with Siparila will continue. “This project has shown us how important it is to choose the right partners. When everything works seamlessly, there is no reason to change a concept that works. Sustainability, quality, and visual appeal are the deciding factors,” Santapukki .

Finally, Kämppi concludes: “The Tampere project has been an important learning experience for all of us. We have succeeded in combining the old and the new in the best possible way. This gives us confidence that similar projects will continue to be carried out in the future, and we want to be involved in preserving Finnish cultural heritage.”

The Tampere Engineering House restoration project is a great example of how historic buildings can be renovated to meet the needs of modern living. Apulanta Oy and Siparila will continue their efforts to ensure that historic properties are preserved and can flourish in the future.