Silmänsäisen
Silmänsäisen is a Finnish term that translates literally to "eye-fenced" or "fenced-in eye." It refers to a specific architectural feature often found in traditional Finnish rural houses, particularly in older farmsteads. This feature is essentially a small, often enclosed or semi-enclosed, wooden structure built around the main entrance of a house.
The primary purpose of a silmänsäinen was practical. It served as a buffer zone between the interior
Beyond its functional role, the silmänsäinen also contributed to the aesthetic of the building. It often incorporated