Applications
All computers of the School of Arts, Design and Architecture are equipped with the applications that are essential for studies.
ARTS Workstations
In addition to shared IT classes, Aalto ARTS offers a wide range of workstation environments, including various video editing units, 3D-modelling units, a colour-managed IT class and other special facilities.
A wide range of software can be installed in both IT classes and specialty rooms. Existing spaces can also be customized according to the needs of both hardware and software.
A wide range of software can be installed in both IT classes and specialty rooms. Existing spaces can also be customized according to the needs of both hardware and software.
News and current issues
Fixed: Panopto media service full site outage
Service now available again
Holiday breaks and special opening hours at Arts infra
Special opening hours and exceptions at Arts infra workshops.
Slowness in Aalto AI Assistant and AI API services
The slowdown is due to a fault in Microsoft’s Azure AI services in Sweden.
Service outage in Aalto AI Assistant and AI API services on 27 Jan 2026
The outage was caused by an incident in Microsoft’s Azure AI services in Sweden.Aalto ARTS Workstation Environment
Computer classroom F001 (ARTS/Väre):
- Apple Mac mini workstations
- Software for photography, graphic design and basic video editing work (Adobe full suite, Resolve, etc.)
- Optimised for colour-managed working, i.e. the lighting and colouring of the space is controlled, enabling dependable colour perception
DIY printing F008 (ARTS/Väre):
- Windows and Apple machines
- A1 printer (self-service printing)
- A2 printers (self-service printing)
- A3 scanner
ARTS special workstations computer lab K103 (ARTS/Väre):
- Powerful Windows workstations
- Wacom Cintiq screens suitable for animation, graphic design and other visual work
Drop-in computers (ARTS/Väre):
There are several workstations available in the hallways of Väre. (no booking required)
- A4 scanner with scanning capabilities for film (1st floor, outside P-block)
- A3 scanner with scanning capabilities for film (1st floor, outside Q-block)
Computer classrooms mainly taken care by Aalto ITS:
Computer classes are available to students when there are no classes.
- Väre: Windows workstation classrooms (L208, M101, R101 and H003)
- Väre: Apple Mac workstation classrooms (F001 and M102)
- Otakaari 1 – A wing: Windows workstation classroom (A046 and A046a)
- Otakaari 1 – A wing: Apple Mac workstation classroom (A034)
More Detailed Information
Operational Needs
Aalto University School of Arts, Design and Architecture workstations and facilities offer plenty of opportunities for a wide range of activities and needs.
Classrooms and facilities
The workstations of School of Arts, Design and Architecture are located in the classes and special facilities in Väre and Otakaari 1 A-wing.
Workstation team services
The services provided by the workstation team of School of Art and Design
Contact Information
In case you need more information about the workstation environments or any other help in IT issues, the ARTS Infra IT environment workshop masters will provide expertise that cover the speciality hardware and software. Send email to vare-stations@aalto.fi or contact persons mentioned below.
In case you have IT problems that relate to basic IT infrastructure, like a user account, or general software, like web browsers or office applications, please contact the service desk (esupport@aalto.fi).
Team personnel
Ilpo Kari
Team Leader, Chair of ARTS-ICT group
