Itämerentorni, High-rise office building in Ruoholahti, Helsinki, Finland
Itämerentorni is a modern office building in Ruoholahti featuring a steel structure with exposed concrete elements throughout its design. Beyond office spaces, it houses a restaurant, grocery store, car wash, postal services, and gym facilities.
Architect Pekka Helin designed this building, which opened in 2000 as the main office for SITRA, Finland's innovation fund. The structure received recognition that year for its outstanding steel construction.
The structure reflects Finnish contemporary design philosophy where functionality and honest material use take priority. Visitors can see how steel and concrete remain deliberately visible rather than concealed, showing confidence in modern construction methods.
The building is located in a modern harbor district and offers various services spread across multiple levels for visitors and staff. Those exploring the area should plan time to visit the different facilities and note that parking is available.
Solar panels installed on the roof generate a significant portion of the building's electricity needs. This sustainable approach was a notably early adoption of solar power in Finland when completed in 2000.
Location: Helsinki
Inception: 2000
Architects: Pekka Helin
Architectural style: modern architecture
Floors above the ground: 18
Floors below the ground: 2
GPS coordinates: 60.16417,24.91417
Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:03
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