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Baking walls requires oil
The central library construction site will remain busy throughout the summer as the construction of new walls, pillars and other concrete structures continues. So far, …
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Shared library of communities
Besides being a space, the Central Library should also be a tool, platform and publication channel for the activities of individuals and various collectives. “Vacant …
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Autumn begins at Oodi and more services open
Oodi goes into normal opening hours 10th of August. We’re open from Monday to Friday 8am to 10pm and on the weekend from 10 am to 8pm. We are following social …
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Oodi’s second floor to open for customers on 28 December
Helsinki Central Library Oodi will open for the public on 5 December. Some of Oodi’s premises and services will become available for use by customers in the coming …
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The Central Library comes – We congratulate Helsinki and the entire Finland!
The City Council confirmed the construction of the Central Library in its meeting on 28 January. Helsinki Library Director Tuula Haavisto celebrates the decision. "…
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Signs show where to go
When customers visit the new central library for the first few times, the large building and its extensive selection of features may seem confusing. Signs are needed, …
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The New Central Library Has Been Named Oodi
Helsinki City Library held an open competition in October 2016 on the name of the Central Library under construction in the Töölönlahti area of Helsinki. The …
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One woman’s logistics centre
Managing material streams on a narrow plot in the middle of the city is one of the challenges of the Oodi worksite. When dozens of loads arrive on the site every day, a …
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Full speed on all floors
Construction of the Oodi library has continued throughout the holiday season all around the building; from basement to ceiling structures. Installation, piping, welding, …
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Facade windows on the sunrise side
The facade windows of the upper floor of Oodi have been lifted into place in the eastern wall of the building, facing the sunrise in the morning.