llinentyyppinen
Llinentyyppinen is a Finnish cultural term that emerged in the early 1990s to describe a specific style of functionalist design that blends minimalism with organic forms. The word is a compound of the Finnish adjective “llinen,” meaning “thin” or “slender,” and the suffix “-tyyppinen,” which denotes a type or style. The concept was first articulated by the architectural collective Llinenta, whose members sought to create built environments that felt lightweight yet structurally robust.
Key characteristics of llinentyyppinen include the use of transparent or translucent materials, extensive glazing, and an
The concept drew influence from Scandinavian modernism and the Japanese principle of wabi‑sabi, marrying simplicity with
In contemporary Finnish architecture, llinentyyppinen is regarded as a response to climate change, offering energy efficiency