Since 1876, architectural competitions have been trendsetters in Finnish construction. In this article, you will get to know the works that lost the competitions, i.e. Helsinki, which was left unbuilt.
VAt the beginning of the 20th century, Kallio in Helsinki looked different than it does now.
At the beginning of the 20th century, there were only a few large stone houses in the district. Most of the buildings were low wooden houses. However, the congregation was constantly growing, and a new significant monument was wanted in the working-class neighborhood to raise its value.
It was decided to build a church.