Landscape architecture
Landscape Research Laboratory
Landscape laboratory brings together landscape architecture research projects, collaboration networks, publication projects and dissertations
Ongoing research projects
Arboretum Otaniemi
Our aim is to raise public awareness of the variety and significance of trees in the campus landscape.
CoolGreen
The project examines cooling benefits of urban nature in dense urban environments.
Just Trees
The project examines multispecies well-being and accessibility of urban nature in densifying cities.
Laajasalo Nature Visions
This research engages with urban stakeholders and explores various future scenarios in which human-nature interactions in Helsinki urban area have transitioned towards sustainable, participatory, and resilient states.
Maisemablogi
In the "Landscape Blog", our doctoral researchers present their research topics. The themes explored in their work include issues related to climate change, biodiversity loss, and the well-being of humans and other species in relation to landscapes and green infrastructure, as well as methods of urban and landscape planning, and both historical and current developments.
IFLA Declaration“The landscape architectural profession seeks to increase awareness of the relationship between natural and cultural aspects of design”
News
Aalto Stoa Archived
Aalto Stoa, the student-driven platform for Otaniemi campus design, has now been completed and archived for future reference.
Temporary traffic arrangements on Lämpömiehenkuja and Metallimiehenkuja
The new arrangements will be implemented starting Monday, November 24, 2025.
Aalto at Slush: creative design and new innovations
Aalto University's Slush exhibition featured the design-based material innovation Bubbles with Benefits. The exhibition also highlighted the importance of design as a driver of technological innovation.