Kivitalojen
Kivitalojen is a Finnish architectural style that emerged in the 1840s and became popular in the second half of the 19th century. The term "Kivitalojen" translates to "stone houses" in English, which accurately describes the primary characteristic of this style. Kivitalojen buildings are typically constructed with locally sourced limestone or granite, often featuring evenly grouted stone facades.
Kivitalojen structures were influenced by various historical styles, including Neoclassicism, Romanticism, and Gothic Revival. However, the
One of the defining features of Kivitalojen architecture is the use of stone as a primary building
Throughout its history, Kivitalojen architecture has been used for a variety of building types, including churches,
The Kivitalojen style has undergone a significant decline in popularity over the centuries. Many original structures