The area in front of Architecture and Design Museum Helsinki (Korkeavuorenkatu 23) in Kaartinkaupunki has been part of a summer street pilot for several years. Following the positive feedback received from the pilots, [HD1.1]Koulupuistikko square is now being transformed into a place where city residents can enjoy themselves all year round.
Construction will begin on 3 August and is expected to last until mid-December. As a result of the renovation, the square will gain more seating areas, new greenery and improved lighting. The completed square will also serve as a venue for events.
The renovation has been planned with pedestrians in mind. The area in front of Architecture and Design Museum Helsinki, at the junction of Korkeavuorenkatu and Merimiehenkatu, will be closed to motor traffic and parking. At the same time, municipal infrastructure will be upgraded between the Ullanlinnankatu junction and Punanotkonkatu and on Merimiehenkatu between Yrjönkatu and Korkeavuorenkatu.
Changes to routes and parking
Traffic and parking in the area will change as the works progress. Information on the temporary arrangements will be provided on-site via signage. Access to Architecture and Design Museum Helsinki will remain open throughout the construction.
The project involves work in the vicinity of the tram tracks, and due to water supply works being carried out on the tracks, tram services will be suspended, initially for the duration of September. HSL will provide information on alternative traffic arrangements and the exact time of the suspension separately.
The work carried out in the area will generate noise and dust from time to time. The aim is to carry out the work in such a way that the impact on the environment and local operators is kept to a minimum.