Nya Bruket is my proposal for an art museum in a historically important mill village in Finland and one of Finland's most beloved rural attractions. My proposal is an attempt at binding together the historical milieu with the future potential of a village that has profiled itself as a hub of artists, designers and other creatives. The building is significantly larger than the surrounding buildings and therefore, one of my main challenges was to create a building mass that does not feel too massive. To create a sense of openness the room program of the building is divided into four main functions (lobby, workshops, small and large exhibition) that are interconnected, for a smooth flow of people. Each function feels like its own environment. The main structure consists of a solid brick structure with open window sections supported by timber pillars, laid on a concrete foundation.

This project allowed me to practice my presentation skills and I learned several new techniques during the process. I enjoyed working with the logistics of an art museum as well as the adaptability and resilience that is important for this type of public architecture. What made the assignment special was the cultural importance of the Fiskars village and the balance between honoring it and providing a new direction for its heritage.