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Professor Pentti Kareoja is a Senior Advisor in the Department of Architecture at Aalto University. His research focuses on multisensory spatial design, new material innovations, and environmental art integration. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Architecture from Tampere University of Technology (1988).
Key research interests include atmospheric qualities in architectural spaces, interaction between objects and environments, and sustainable urban development. He has led projects such as the WuudTM/Kareoja initiative (2023-2024) and contributed to notable architectural plans like the Jätkäsaari Circular Economy Block and the Malmi New Hospital design.
Award-winning projects include the 2019 First Prize in an invited architectural competition and recognition in international wood architecture competitions. He actively participates in design juries and public art competitions, including the Fredikanterassi and Kalasatama initiatives.
Recent media engagements include critiques on urban color design strategies (Arkkitehti, 2024) and discussions on Helsinki's Jätkäsaari district planning. His work bridges academic research with practical applications in architecture and urban policy.
