Maria Hospital, Historical hospital building in Kamppi district, Helsinki, Finland.
Maria Hospital is a former medical facility in the Kamppi district with distinctive red brick structures. The complex consists of multiple buildings connected by corridors along Lapinlahdenkatu street and now houses offices, meeting spaces, and a central courtyard garden.
The complex was founded in the 1800s as a military hospital serving Russian forces. It was named after Maria Feodorovna, wife of Tsar Alexander III, reflecting Russian influence over Helsinki during that period.
The site has become a hub for technology startups and entrepreneurship, drawing professionals interested in innovation. The transformation into Maria 01 created a gathering place where people work together on new ideas and projects.
The site is a mix of preserved historical structures and modern office spaces now used as a startup campus. Visitors can walk through the buildings and grounds, particularly the central park area with its open spaces for gathering.
The complex features a hidden central park called Marianpuisto tucked between the red brick buildings, giving the site an unexpected green and open character. This inner garden serves as a quiet retreat for those working and visiting in the midst of urban surroundings.
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