Alvar Aalto Foundation Collaborates with Google
John Hill
29. August 2014
Alvar Aalto Studio, Alvar Aalto Foundation. Photo: Screenshot, © 2014 Google
On Monday the Alvar Aalto Foundation announced a collaboration with the search-engine company Google, so the public can virtually visit Aalto buildings and learn more about the Finnish architect's architecture and designs.
The collaboration uses two of Google's technologies: Street View and the Cultural Institute; the former includes "visits" inside 8 of Aalto's buildings**, and the latter consists of 2 exhibits** as well as over 100 items (photos, drawings, portraits, etc.).
"Sharing information about Aalto and comprehensively responding to the needs of our various audiences are fundamental to our work," says Alvar Aalto Foundation director Tommi Lindh in a statement. "This collaboration is a major step by the Alvar Aalto Foundation towards better accessibility and visibility. We want to be accessible to everyone who does not have a chance to visit our sites in person."
*The 8 Aalto buildings with interior Street Views:
- Kulttuuritalo
- Alvar Aalto Studio, Alvar Aalto Foundtion
- Finlandia Hall
- Säynätsalon kunnantalo
- Tehtaanmäki School
- Kolmen ristin kirkko
- Kantola
**The 2 Aalto exhibits in the Cultural Institute:
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