Shaping the Future of Architecture and Sustainable Renovation
1–3 August 2025 | Oulu, Finland
El Re Renovate Symposium 2025, taking place from 1–3 August in Oulu, Finland, will convene leading architects, researchers, policymakers, and cultural institutions to explore the evolving role of renovation in the built environment.
At a time when sustainability, cultural resilience, and architectural innovation are more critical than ever, Re Renovate positions renovation as a dynamic cultural, environmental, and social opportunity—beyond its technical dimensions.
Keynote speakers and distinguished guests include:
- Anastasia Bondar, Deputy Minister, Ministry of Culture and Information Policy of Ukraine
- Maryna Kulinich, Director of Strategic Planning and Investment Development, Ukraine
- Rūta Leitanaitė, Architect, Future Schools for Ukraine, Chair of ACE Solidarity for Ukraine Task Force (Ukraine TF), Board member of the Architects Association of Lithuania, Coordinator of Creative Europe project UREHERIT, Lithuania
- Kristiina Kokko, State Secretary, Ministry of Education and Culture, Finland
- Henrik Ilvesmäki, Architect and Lecturer, Aalto University
- Tiina Jortikka-Laitinen, Director, Instituto Iberoamericano de Finlandia, Former Ambassador
Organised by Aaltosiilo Ry, Factum Foundation, y Gamified Cohousing Oy, the symposium includes site visits, keynote lectures, panel discussions, and interactive workshops. Sessions will address themes ranging from modular design in renovation y heritage adaptation, to participatory architecture y policy innovation.
About Re Renovate
Re Renovate is a collaborative platform connecting design, research, and policy across Europe and beyond. It aims to advance a culture of sustainable transformation by linking local renovation case studies with international perspectives. The 2025 symposium contributes to Finland’s engagement with the Nueva Bauhaus Europea y el Oulu2026 European Capital of Culture programme.
Outcomes from the event will contribute to a publication to be launched at the Venice Architecture Biennale 2025, and serve as a foundation for a second symposium in 2026.
Participating Institutions & Partners
- Aalto University
- University of Venice (SSIBAP)
- Finnish Association of Architects (SAFA)
- BusinessOulu
- Lukkaroinen Architects
- JK Associates
- Parmaco Oy
- Proto – Designers of Northern Finland
Event Details
- Dates: 1–3 August 2025
- Locations: Across Oulu, including Design Center Proto, Kulttuurilaboratorio, and the Oulu Housing Fair 2025
- Audience: Professionals in architecture, heritage, construction, urban policy, and design innovation
- Social Media: @aaltosiilo | @cohousing_gamified | @factumfoundation | #rerenovate2025
- More Information: gamifiedcohousing.com/rerenovate
