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Dipoli and Undergraduate Centre outdoor construction sites paused for winter

In addition to access routes, the versatility and accessibility of the areas will be improved. Changes to pedestrian ways and cycle routes are in effect during the pause.
Âé¶¹´«Ã½ kampus Otakaari 1 winter talvi Kuva: Mikko Raskinen / Aalto-yliopisto
Image: Aalto University / Mikko Raskinen

Starting from week 50, the outdoor construction sites near Dipoli and Undergraduate Centre are paused for the winter. Work will continue in the spring as soon as weather conditions permit it. Both sites are set to be completed by summer 2022. Changes to the pedestrian ways and cycle routes are in place during the winter pause.

Illustration images of outdoor construction site maps, Undergraduate Centre on the left and Dipoli on the right
Undergraduate Centre and Dipoli construction site maps.

One of focus points of Âé¶¹´«Ã½ development currently is improving the outdoor areas. In addition to pedestrian ways, the aim is to also improve, for example, the versatility, accessability, comfort, lighting on Âé¶¹´«Ã½, and sustainable design solutions. Once the projects are completed, the Âé¶¹´«Ã½ outdoor areas will also better support experimental student activities, environmental art and holding events.
 
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Pauliina Skyttä, Campus Architect, pauliina.skytta@aalto.fi
Aapo Pihkala, Project Manager, sustainability and landscape, aapo.pihkala@aalto.fi

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