Helsinki’s renovated Olympic Stadium launches into a new era
The crown jewel of Finland's 'Olympic functionalism' is, evidently, the Olympic Stadium. In 1933 the City of Helsinki held an open architectural competition for the stadium. The streamlined entry by the young architects Toivo Jäntti and Yrjö Lindegren was chosen as the winner. It is said that the entire description of their proposal was.
Olympiastadion Helsinki
At 72 metres from the ground, the Tower of the Olympic Stadium is one of the best place to admire Helsinki from high above. The Tower is open on weekdays until 21.00 and on weekends until 17.00. The opportunity to see the underlying city in evening lights has been a great attraction throughout the years. Open views to the city
Helsinki Olympic Stadium Tower (Helsinki, 1938) Structurae
Helsinki Olympic Stadium - "The most beautiful stadium in the world". Finland participated actively in the international Olympics movement already prior to the nation's declaration of independence in 1917. The outstanding performance of Finnish athletes in the Olympics of the 1920s further boosted the dream of arranging the Olympics in Helsinki.
Helsinki Olympic Stadium Crown jewel of Finnish functionalism Topos
The Helsinki Olympic Stadium (Finnish: Helsingin olympiastadion; Swedish: Helsingfors Olympiastadion), located in the Toolo district about 2 kilometres (1.2 mi) from the center of the Finnish capital Helsinki, is the largest stadium in the country, nowadays mainly used for hosting sports events and big concerts.
Helsinki Olympic Stadium Piiroinen
The Helsinki Olympic Stadium is a multi-purpose sports stadium located in the Toolo district about two kilometers from the centre of the Finnish capital Helsinki. It has a capacity of 42,062.
The Best Olympic Architecture Photos Architectural Digest
The Olympic Stadium is Finland's most legendary event arena. The completely renovated stadium provides an unforgettable setting for encounters at events, meetings, visits and sports.
Major renovation of the Helsinki Olympic Stadium brings 30’s
Helsinki Olympic Stadium Aerial view of the Helsinki Olympic Stadium. Helsinki Olympic Stadium, stadium in Helsinki that was designed by architects Yrjö Lindegren and Toivo Jäntti. It was constructed between 1934 and 1938. The stadium is a landmark piece of Finnish Functionalist architecture.
Helsinki 1952; Olympic Stadium Architecture of the Games
The Helsinki Olympic Stadium is the most famous sports facility in Finland and a masterpiece of modern Finnish architecture. The first special exhibition of the renewed Sports Museum presents the remarkable history of this iconic building. The exhibition revolves around two themes: architectural history of the building.
Helsinki Olympic Stadium to reopen doors Coliseum
THE DOORs OF HELSINKI'S ICONIC OLYMPIC STADIUM will finally reopen to the public following a multi-year, €300 million renovation project that is the most far-reaching work the venue has received since it was inaugurated in 1938. The stadium was built to host the 1952 Olympics in Helsinki and has been an integral part of the cityscape since.
Helsinki Olympic Stadium refurbishment announced as winner of the 2020
The Helsinki Olympic Stadium was inaugurated in 12 June 1938. The Stadium refurbishment and renovation project was implemented in 2016-2020. The public, event organisers and Helsinki citizens are provided with a gross area of 19,920 m2 of new facilities while the total gross area of the project was 40,720 m2.
Gallery of Helsinki Olympic Stadium / K2S Architects + Architects NRT 4
The Olympic Stadium was unveiled four years after extensive renovations began. Its 1930s functionalist architecture and design have been meticulously preserved and enhanced with 21st-century technology and facilities (see photo show).
Helsinki Olympic Stadium (Olympiastadion) Sports Tourist
The Helsinki Olympic Stadium is a building with significant national value. It is a combination of the pure functionalist architecture of the 1930s and the external appearance of the 1952 Helsinki.
Helsinki Olympic Stadium
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Olympiastadion Helsinki
The Helsinki Olympic Stadion, built in 1938, was designed in functionalistic style by the architects Yrjö Lindegren and Toivo Jäntti. The Olympic Games were held in 1952 in Helsinki. Today the Olympic Stadium hosts both national and international sporting events and outdoor concerts. The Stadium Tower is 72 meters (235.
Gallery of Helsinki Olympic Stadium / K2S Architects + Architects NRT 11
Helsinki Olympic Stadium stands in a park two kilometers north of the city center, its gleaming white tower and oval bowl set amid a lush landscape of grass and trees. A national symbol, it recently reopened following a major refurbishment that received the country's top architectural prize.
Helsinki Olympic Stadium Sightseeing Helsinki
The Helsinki Olympic Stadium is not only a landmark central to the Helsinki cityscape but also a building of significant national relevance. For many Finns, the combination of pure functionalist architecture of the 1930s and the external appearance of the 1952 Helsinki Olympics symbolises the dawn of a new era for the young nation.