Smart residential design enhances quality of life, fostering happiness and building stronger communities.
We design affordable, high-quality housing with a bold vision, driven by the belief that everyone deserves a good home
As an office, we are
Versatile
Our work focuses on residential design, from large block complexes to individual buildings of various sizes and funding bases. Interior design is part of our comprehensive approach. We also create diverse preliminary plans as the basis for zoning and development.
Precise
We spend considerable time refining plans in the sketch phase and analyzing the characteristics of the environment. We carefully consider design guidelines, project goals, and regulations and laws related to construction.
Developing
In our work, we emphasize
Quality
Our office is a member of ATL. We apply the ATL quality system model in our operations (license no. 81). We use building information modeling according to the YTV 2012 guidelines.
Professional
We professionally handle building permit processes and negotiations, as well as coordinating plans between different design fields. We also act as BIM coordinators. Our classification in principal and architectural design is exceptionally demanding.
Outcome
Our details are carefully considered and functional. Building information modeling and site supervision are essential tools we use to ensure a successful outcome.
Our work is
Efficient
Our solutions are carefully planned, well-functioning, and cost-effective.
Awarded
2024 | Dezeen world top 50 studios, |
leading the social housing revival | |
2023 | Espoo Hurraa! 2022 award |
2018 | Best ARA Squares award |
2017 | Espoo Hurraa! Honorable mention |
2017 | Sustainable Stone House award |
2016 | Review of Finnish Architecture |
2013 | Rose of Building award |
2012 | Europa House award |
References
Recent clients
Key Personnel
Veikko Mäkipaja
Partner
Architect Safa
CEO
Principal Designer
Kristiina Hannunkari
Partner
Architect Safa
Principal Designer
Tarmo Mäkipaja
Partner
Architect Safa
Deputy CEO
Principal Designer
Building Designer
Essi Käppi
Architect Safa
Principal Designer
Building Designer
Antti Jyränki
Architect Safa
Principal Designer
Building Designer
Minna Martikainen
Architect Safa
Building designer
Contact Information
Architects Hannunkari Mäkipaja Oy
Eiranranta 7, 00150 Helsinki, Finland
Veikko Mäkipaja
+358 9 68447511
Tarmo Mäkipaja
+358 9 68447523
Kristiina Hannunkari
+358 9 68447512
Antti Jyränki
+358 9 68447520
Essi Käppi
+358 9 68447522
Minna Martikainen
+358 9 68447524
Recruitment: Send an informal application, CV, and portfolio to: tarmo.makipaja (at) hannunkari-makipaja.com
Email addresses follow the format: firstname.lastname@hannunkari-makipaja.com