Located on Näätäkuja in Western Herttoniemi, Helsinki, this newly built detached house replaces an aging post-war home that was carefully dismantled due to its poor condition. The area’s zoning regulations required the new structure to reflect the original in both its size and architectural style. While the exterior respects the historical context, the home has been thoughtfully designed to meet current building standards and the specific requirements of its owners, Piia Hammaren-Luoso and Mikko Luoso.
According to Mikko Luoso, every aspect of the construction project – from planning to material selection – was guided by the goal of creating a functional, healthy, and energy-efficient home. The main structure was built by using cellular clay blocks, and the intermediate floor of the garage was constructed with hollow-core concrete slabs to maximize the ceiling height in the basement.
However, the hollow-core slab alone did not meet the fire compartmentation requirements specified for garages. A solution had to be found, as the garage was a non-negotiable part of functional living for Luoso. “My car is always in the garage,” he adds.
Discovered through online research, PAROC CGL 20cy stood out immediately. It fulfilled the needed fire protection regulation, and also impressed with its cost-efficiency, clean appearance, and effortless installation.
