Research at the Department of Architecture
The Research at the Department of Architecture is focused on architecture, living and housing studies, urban studies and planning, design practice, architectural conservation, the role of architecture in society and the history and future of architecture. Furthermore, our focus areas include construction in the social and health sector, construction for a sustainable future, computer-assisted design methods, and humanitarian architecture. Our research is is closely connected to society and ongoing planetary crises and sustainability. The research profile of the Department of Architecture covers also applied research commissioned by public sector and industry.
Heads of Research
On-going Research Projects
Latest Publications
Sheltering in crisis - Towards socio-cultural sustainability in humanitarian shelter responses
Zhenru, Shanghai: Transit-Oriented Development (urban design)
Preserving Built Heritage, Empowering Cultural Life: Restoration Practices in Stone Town, Zanzibar
Tuntematon lähiö
Healing Environments
Can you help me remember my story? - Forgotten life cycles of Finland’s medieval church roof structures
Hiiliviisaan kaupunkivihreän käsikirja
Kenen Turku? Visioita vehreämmästä ja monilajisemmasta kaupungista
Harjulan sairaala-alue, rakennus- ja aluehistoriaselvitys, Kuopio
Alueiden eriytymisen dilemma
News
In search of carbon wisdom – scavenger hunts help you get to know urban nature better
CO-CARBON researchers have designed four themed scavenger hunt routes for the Helsinki metropolitan area that take seekers on a hunt for carbon-smart treasures.
The potential of urban greenery as a climate solution is not being fully utilized – a new handbook offers means to address this
The Handbook for carbon-smart urban green provides concrete tools for leveraging urban green spaces more effectively in climate and nature conservation efforts.
A sustainable city is also age-friendly
Cities must involve older adults more strongly in the planning of the urban environment.
Environmental Structure of the Year 2025 Award goes to Kalasatama-Pasila tramway
The award is given in recognition of meritorious design and implementation of the built environment. Experts from Aalto University developed sustainability solutions for the project.Events
Apply to do doctoral research at the department
The Aalto Doctoral Programme in Arts, Design and Architecture admission period is in early spring each year. Please read the instructions and contact a potential supervising professor at the department before applying.
Visit the Department
If you wish to apply for a visiting researcher position at the department, please contact head of research Johanna Lilius (johanna.lilius@aalto.fi)a. You can read more about the application process here.