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Tehtaanmäki Elementary School was designed in 1938-39 and taken into use in 1940. The school is associated with the Tehtaanmäki industrial area in Inkeroinen, where Aalto designed both alterations to existing buildings and new ones as well. The role of Aalto’s office was more pronounced in the planning of the residential areas and the Tehtaanmäki school.

Designed in

1938-39

Location

Finland, Kouvola, Inkeroinen

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Facade of the school. Photo: Maija Holma © Alvar Aalto Foundation.

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Ground plan. Drawing: © Alvar Aalto Foundation.

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Natural light is brought into the interior through the large windows. Photo: Maija Holma © Alvar Aalto Foundation.

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Lobby balcony. Kuva: Maija Holma © Alvar Aalto Foundation.

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Facade towards the courtyard. Kuva: Maija Holma © Alvar Aalto Foundation.

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Second floor plan. Drawing: © Alvar Aalto Foundation.

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Classroom. Photo: Maija Holma © Alvar Aalto Foundation.