Designs for a Cooler Planet
Designs for a Cooler Planet is Aalto University’s biggest exhibition of the year, where students and researchers present fresh perspectives, bold experiments and practical solutions designed to change the world. Exhibition is open 1 Sept – 30 Oct 2026.
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Marsio. Experience tomorrow!
Marsio is Aalto University's meeting and event space open to everyone, located right at the heart of the campus. Welcome to fascinating events, exhibitions, lunch, and shopping at the Aalto University Shop!
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Otakaari 2, 02150 Espoo
Mon–Thu 7.45–21.00
Fri 7.45–20.00
Sat–Sun closed
Opening hours from 22 June to 16 August 2026
Mon–Fri 7.45–15.30
Sat–Sun closed
Aalto University Shop
Mon–Fri 9.00–17.00
Closed during summer until 16 August. Online orders can be picked up at the Marsio lobby services.
Restaurant MOO
Mon–Fri 11.00–14.00
Closed for summer from 17 June to 18 August.
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Getting to Marsio by public transport or car.
Marsio's main entrance is accessible. Further details about accessibility can be found here.
More events in Marsio
Community event 23 September 2026: Come meet our board
Aaltonian, welcome to discuss our common future with the Aalto University Board!
Designers in Materials Research – From CHEMARTS to Biodesign
How does design shape the future of bio-based materials? Join us to hear experiences, practical insights and ideas for the future.
The Convergence of AI and Quantum Technologies
This panel discussion will explore how the two burgeoning fields of quantum technology and AI are beginning to converge and examine their potential impact on Finland’s long-term competitiveness.Moments from Marsio Events
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Research becomes real-world solutions in autumn exhibition – Designs for a Cooler Planet showcases work by researchers and students
Aalto University’s largest annual exhibition, Designs for a Cooler Planet, will point the way to the future this autumn. It will feature more than 20 practical solutions, experiments and ideas from researchers and students.
Creative Teaching in the Age of AI: What Changes – and What Stays the Same?
Nearly a hundred Aalto teachers and education professionals gathered at Marsio Presents: Creative Teaching in the Age of AI to explore how rapidly evolving AI tools are changing teaching practices, while core goals like critical thinking, motivation, real-world problem solving and human interaction remain essential. Keynotes, teacher examples, and thematic dialogue sessions highlighted concrete ways to use AI as a responsible partner in teaching, and showed a strong appetite for ongoing, peer-based pedagogical dialogue and sharing of good practices.
Workshop series for teachers in Marsio: Educational Media Creation 2026
Join us for a four-part workshop series exploring how Marsio’s state-of-the-art studios and digital tools can transform your teaching.
Are you tired of bad news?
The Laboratory of Hope exhibition presents ideas for a brighter future from 5th February to 27th March 2026
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Aalto University Shop
Aalto University Shop brings together all Aalto-branded goods, our Aalto ARTS Books publications and our student-designed goods into one space. A mix of cool hoodies, beautifully designed books and our students' gorgeous work including limited-edition prints, glassware and ceramics.