Aalto University

Aalto University is an international university building on Finnish expertise. Aalto University brings together science and art, technology and economy.

Aalto University promotes the well-being of people and the environment and supports positive development in Finnish society through research and education. It conducts close co-operation with industries and public communities to share its knowledge and know-how.

Valued forerunner in design thinking

The comprehensive mindset typical in the field of design is also needed to resolve complex global issues. Nowadays, an increasing number of scientific breakthroughs and inventions result from multidisciplinary research collaboration. The combination of art, design and design thinking with economic and technical expertise is a key success factor for Aalto University.

Aiming at developing better living environments

Aalto University's WDCH 2012 programme promotes the design, development and research of living environments. The design of new, better living environments in which different needs have been taken into account relies on a user-oriented approach, multidisciplinary collaboration and the principles of sustainable development.

Aalto University's WDCH 2012 programme comprises research and development projects, conferences, seminars, exhibitions and publications. It involves hundreds of Aalto University students, lecturers and researchers. Aalto University is proud to participate in making the World Design Capital Helsinki 2012 an interesting, inspiring and innovative year of events!