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Rakennelmaa

Rakennelmaa is a fictional municipality and regional concept used in urban planning discussions and speculative fiction. In most depictions it sits in a Nordic-inspired country, positioned along a coastline with nearby islands. The name combines Finnish rakennella “to build” and maa “land,” reflecting its origin as a designed landscape.

Geography and planning

The core is a compact urban center surrounded by residential districts and industrial zones. The master plan

History

The project emerged in the mid-20th century as a redevelopment idea for post-industrial regions. Early phases

Demographics and economy

The population is around 70,000 residents. The economy blends manufacturing, logistics, design, and knowledge services. The

Culture and architecture

Rakennelmaa is known for a contrast of brutalist concrete with warm timber and glass elements. Public art

Notable sites

Betonportti, a large central station and plaza; The Glass Tower, a mixed-use high-rise; Old Shipyards, repurposed

Transportation

A light rail line links the core with outer districts; an extensive bus network and bicycle lanes;

emphasizes
a
mixed-use,
pedestrian-friendly
environment
with
a
grid-like
street
network,
green
roofs,
and
interconnected
parks.
A
prominent
feature
is
a
central
spine
of
public
space
called
The
Green
Corridor.
focused
on
harbor
modernization
and
housing
for
workers;
subsequent
revisions
integrated
sustainable
energy,
water
management,
and
transit-oriented
development.
city
attracts
architecture
studios
and
research
institutes.
and
open-air
structures
are
common.
An
annual
Rakennelmaa
Design
Week
highlights
architecture,
urbanism,
and
participatory
workshops.
into
galleries
and
studios;
The
Green
Spine,
a
long
urban
park.
ferries
connect
to
nearby
islands.