News & Stories
Kanavaranta 1 is home to fascinating stories. Here, you can explore the building’s past and present, as well as discover the success stories of our tenant community. Welcome to learn more about the property’s sustainability initiatives, artistic details, and the attractive nearby services – and be inspired by the experiences of our valued tenant companies.
The bees on the rooftop of Kanavaranta 1 are excellent research assistants in an international biodiversity study
Biodiversity is a timely and widely discussed topic that is extensively surveyed around the globe. Also, Kanavaranta 1 office property in the center of Helsinki is involved in an international study.
Committed and Comprehensive Sustainability Work
The Kanavaranta 1 office property has made significant strides toward holistic sustainability. The building has now been awarded BREEAM In-Use certification, underscoring its strong commitment to environmental responsibility and sustainable operations.
The new unique marble furnishings and relief in the Sokeripala lobby pay tribute to this exceptional property
The lobby of the iconic Sokeripala office building, designed by Alvar Aalto, has recently been renovated, featuring unique new furnishings and a Cosmic Visions marble artwork that reflects the spirit of the building.
”You name it, we got it”
DLA Piper Finland moved to its beautiful new premises in Kanavaranta 1 in January 2023. On this video, the Chairman of the Board Mr. Matti Ylä-Mononen, talks in more detail about the human centricity of Alvar Aalto’s architecture, the importance of office spaces for their corporate culture and working together.
Alvar Aalto's "Sugar cube" provides Ilmatar with a modern working environment that reflects the company's values
Ilmatar, a Nordic energy company focused on renewable energy, moved to its new premises at Kanavaranta 1 in February this year.
Kanavaranta’s exceptional reception service – Cordially supporting tenant companies
The Kanavaranta 1 office building, with its stunning seaside location, is an architecturally significant entity. Designed by the world-renowned Finnish architect Alvar Aalto, the property beautifully reflects his philosophy of human-centric design: for Aalto, the essence of design lay in creating human-scale spaces that promote the well-being of their occupants.
