Verstas Architects wins the Nihti block 10672 competition

Verstas Arkkitehdit has won the Nihti block 10672 invitational architecture competition in ​​Kalasatama, Helsinki with the proposal “Dekki”. The goal of the competition was to design a residential apartment building for plots 3 and 4 of block 10672 in Nihti. The competition was organized by Skanska and the City of Helsinki in cooperation with the Finnish Association of Architects (SAFA).

“The location of the competition block at the urban sea views of Nihti was a key starting point for the design. The views provide an uplifting background for the life of the building. The layout of the apartments is strongly reflected in the building’s facades and the urban appearance. Most of the apartments open in at least two directions. The kitchen and living room spaces of the apartments face west and south, to the beautiful maritime views.” describes Väinö Nikkilä from Verstas Architects.

The Jury commended the winning design for solving the objectives of the Nihti masterplan in a way that adds value to the apartments. Also the plan design and the adaptability of the apartments received praise.