functionaalisia
functionaalisia is a Finnish term that translates to "functional" or "functionalist" in English. It is most commonly used in the context of architecture and design. Functionalism as an architectural style emerged in the early 20th century, emphasizing practicality, utility, and efficiency in design. The aesthetic principle was often summed up by the phrase "form follows function." This meant that the shape and appearance of a building or object should be determined by its intended purpose and how it would be used.
In Finland, functionalism gained significant traction and became a dominant style, particularly in the 1930s. Finnish