’Vuoden parhaat ARA-neliöt’ award

Assignment

Client

Asumisen rahoitus- ja kehittämiskeskus (ARA)

Work

Award design

Material

Brass
Glass

Credits

Technical support:
Kimmo Kukkonen & Pekka Koponen

ARA Tile —

Architectural ornament

The ARA award tile is a spatial interpretation of a recognition object designed for contemporary housing architecture. Each tile is a unique piece created by a Finnish designer or artist for an awarded residential building.

The design transforms a flat surface into a three-dimensional object, drawing inspiration from architectural rhythm and balcony railings. Light interacts with the folded structure, revealing changing perspectives depending on the viewing angle.

The result is a subtle architectural element that connects ornament, material, and everyday environment.

The award was created for ARA and the building designed by Lahdelma & Mahlamäki Architects.