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The Helsinki Olympic Stadium in Transition
Many 20th century sports facilities are in need of upgrading according to present standards and the 1938 (1952) Olympic Stadium of Helsinki is no exception to the rule. The international sports federations increase their requirements and security issues become more prominent by the year. Finland’s largest stadium is mainly used in summer for soccer matches, athletics, rock concerts and other events, and additional usage throughout the year would be welcome in order to strengthen the venue’s financial position and to pay for the extensive maintenance and renovations. At the same time the stadium is a popular historic site that plays an important role in the collective memory of the Finns and needs to retain its character as cultural heritage. Many delegates have visited this outstanding example of Modern Movement Heritage during the last docomomo International Conference that took place in Helsinki last August. Now, the building needs to be improved.
The Helsinki Olympic Stadium in Transition
Many 20th century sports facilities are in need of upgrading according to present standards and the 1938 (1952) Olympic Stadium of Helsinki is no exception to the rule. The international sports federations increase their requirements and security issues become more prominent by the year. Finland’s largest stadium is mainly used in summer for soccer matches, athletics, rock concerts and other events, and additional usage throughout the year would be welcome in order to strengthen the venue’s financial position and to pay for the extensive maintenance and renovations. At the same time the stadium is a popular historic site that plays an important role in the collective memory of the Finns and needs to retain its character as cultural heritage. Many delegates have visited this outstanding example of Modern Movement Heritage during the last docomomo International Conference that took place in Helsinki last August. Now, the building needs to be improved.
The Helsinki Olympic Stadium in Transition
Jonge, Wessel de (author)
2013-07-01
doi:10.52200/48.A.D0ALSAU8
docomomo journal; No. 48 (2013): Modern Africa, Tropical Architecture; 88-89 ; 2773-1634 ; 1380-3204 ; 10.52200/48.I.J4XTEGOK
Article (Journal)
Electronic Resource
English
DDC:
720
Extensive Renovation, Modernization and Redevelopment of the Helsinki Olympic Stadium in Finland
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