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Construction of new children's home in Riihenkulma begins

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Construction work on the new children's home in Riihenkulma started in June, and the new premises are expected to be completed in December 2026.

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Illustration of the completed buildings on the Riihenkulma 4 plot. Arkkitehdit Rudanko + Kankkunen

The dilapidated old buildings will be replaced with modern and comfortable facilities. A total of five buildings will be built on two plots at Riihenkulma 2 and 4, designed to meet the needs of the various activities of the children's home and social services for families. A storage building will also be built on the plot.

Trees felled at Riihenkulma 2 before construction starts

Construction has started with the demolition of the existing premises and earthworks at Riihenkulma 4. In August 2025, the works will be extended to the adjacent Riihenkulma 2 plot, where trees will be felled before the earthworks begin.

Where possible, efforts have been made to save trees. A narrow wooded area is preserved in front of the plot near Vanha Helsingintie. Trees are also preserved in and around the courtyard. New trees, shrubs and perennials will be planted in the courtyards of both plots once the buildings are completed.

Noise from construction on weekdays

Work on the site is mainly carried out on weekdays from 7:00 to 18:00 in accordance with City guidelines. The work has been planned to allow for minimal noise emissions in the neighbourhood. 

The majority of worksite transport is routed through Riihenkulma. Adjacent roads will not be closed due to construction. Any temporary traffic arrangements will be announced by street signs.

The main contractor for the construction project is VM Suomalainen Oy.

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Contacts

Contractor
Sami Saarentaus
Site Manager
VM Suomalainen Oy
tel. +358 40 570 7700

Implementation of the construction project
Juha Laine
Project Manager
City of Helsinki
Urban Environment Division
tel. +358 40 835 1890
juha.laine@hel.fi

Images

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Illustration of the completed buildings on the Riihenkulma 4 plot.
Arkkitehdit Rudanko + Kankkunen
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City of Helsinki, Urban Environment Division
P.O. Box 58200, 00099 City of Helsinki
+358 9 310 2611

About the Urban Environment Division

The City of Helsinki Urban Environment Division is responsible for planning, construction and maintenance as well as building control and environmental services related to the Helsinki urban environment.

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