Urban Dream Management

Master’s thesis for architecture (Helsinki University of Technology). The work discusses the role of temporary uses and events in revitalising abandoned urban spaces, and new forms of public participation and innovation in urban development. The thesis focuses on case studies and new scenarios in Berlin but introduces ideas that are also applicable to other cities, including Helsinki.
© Hella Hernberg, 2008
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urbandreammanagement.com

The website Urban Dream Management is devoted to sharing ideas of (con)temporary urban phenomena, innovative uses of space and new collective ways for creating more attractive and inspiring environments. The site is based on the concept developed in my master’s thesis.
© Hella Hernberg, 2009-
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Kalasatama Harbour

Kalasatama is a former industrial harbour area in uptown Helsinki. During the coming decades, the area will be transformed into residential use. In collaboration with design office Part, we work as coordinators for environmental art and temporary uses for Kalasatama. The temporary uses will be developed together with local people, in order to vitalise the place and help creating its new identity while large areas are still being built.
Team: Johanna Hyrkäs, Tuomas Siitonen, Hella Hernberg / Part, 2009-

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Central Railway Tunnel

A scenario for temporary use of the old central railway tunnel in Helsinki. The unused tunnel is turned into a place of events and local cultures, offering a basic framework that allows different uses without strictly predetermined functions. The plan consists of a bicycle route and movable, multi-use elements.
© Aino Aspiala, Hella Hernberg, Sanna Meriläinen, 2006.