Article source: Studio Puisto

Rest Area Niemenharju is located on European highway E75 which runs from Greece in the south to North Cape all the way in the North of Europe. After a long drive, it’s a perfect place to stop for the night and take in the natural environment. The Rest Area is located on a beautiful spot next to a large pond and a ridge (in Finnish harju, hence the name) bordering lake Kolima, which is a remnant from the ice age. The Rest Area takes its inspiration from the surrounding nature. It offers a break from driving, with beautiful, unobstructed views to the water.

Image Courtesy © Marc Goodwin (Archmospheres)

• Architects: Studio Puisto
• Project: Rest Area Niemenharju
• Location: Pihtipudas, Finland
• Photography: Marc Goodwin (Archmospheres)
• Client: Pihtipudas Municipality Real Estate
• Design: Studio Puisto Architects: Emma Johansson, Willem van Bolderen, Mikko Jakonen, Pauliina Kujala, Tiia Anttila
• Business Concept: Onvisio Consulting Oy
• Structural Engineer: Suunnittelu Laukka Oy
• HVAC Design: LVI-Insinööritoimisto Mäkelä Oy
• Scope: Main Building 1050 m2, Auxiliary Building 155 m2, Cottages 5x 18m2
• Year: October 2016

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