lasialue
Lasialue is a term used in Finnish architectural and urban planning discourse to describe a zone or concept where glass plays a dominant role in the built environment. The word combines lasi (glass) and alue (area), and it is most often employed in planning briefs, academic discussions, or design guidelines rather than as a legally defined district.
In practice, lasialue refers to areas or proposals that emphasize extensive glazing in building envelopes, public
Benefits attributed to lasialue approaches include reduced artificial lighting needs during daytime, opportunities for energy efficiency
Lasialue is not universally codified as a fixed district but rather functions as a planning and design