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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 ARTS' Communications Guide
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Where to find us
Undergraduate Centre
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News
Tommy Lindgren: “Architectural tools are not neutral – they influence what is ultimately built”
Architect Tommy Lindgren examines how drawings and other visual tools guide the development of the built environment.
Finnish design and student works on display in ARTEK Tokyo
Contemporary Collected displays Finnish design, student works alongside pieces by emerging and established Finland-based designers, crafters and photographers.
Training available in AI use, research data management, open science + more – register now!
New topics included! Registrations for autumn 2026 are open.
Aalto WiT Programme and Fida International collaborate in Kenya to create accessible playgrounds for children with disabilities
The Inclusive Play project designs an accessible playground that is suitable also for children with disabilities. The project strives for a holistic experience of education, play and belonging.Events
Doing qualitative research in conversation with AI, Nov 10, 2026
How to responsibly do qualitative research with AI tools? With Dr. Emrecan Gulay
NFDI4ING RDM tools for engineers, Nov 10, 2026
NFDI4ING offers domain-specific tools, AI-assisted platforms, and training to help engineers manage, share, and publish data.
Research data management for ARTS researchers, Nov 11, 2026
Learn about research data management (RDM) in visual arts.Art of Research 2026 (external link)
The IX Art of Research Conference advances the development of artistic research.Visit the School of Arts, Design and Architecture
Visit the School of Arts, Design and Architecture
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