Finnish perceptions of log and log architecture
Lakkala, Matti; Luusua, Aale; Pihlajaniemi, Janne (2020-06-11)
Matti Lakkala, Aale Luusua & Janne Pihlajaniemi (2020) Finnish perceptions of log and log architecture, Scandinavian Journal of Forest Research, 35:5-6, 296-307, DOI: 10.1080/02827581.2020.1774642
© 2021 Informa UK Limited, trading as Taylor & Francis Group. This is an Accepted Manuscript of an article published by Taylor & Francis in Scandinavian Journal of Forest Research on 11 Jun 2020, available online: https://doi.org/10.1080/02827581.2020.1774642.
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Abstract
The use of log construction is increasing in Finland. This development is desirable for ecological and economic reasons. However, due to changes related to the technical properties of logs and their overall popularity, introduction of novel building typologies and urbanization in general, it is unclear how the public currently experience logs as a construction material and technique. Thus, in this paper our aim is to examine logs and log building holistically as a phenomenon in the Finnish context, and to explore what kind of perceptions of the log as an architectural material there currently are among Finnish laypersons. To do so, we analyse interviews conducted among 18 Finnish laypersons. The study method utilized a semi-structured interview combined with a walk-along interview in a log construct built by our research team. Results are discussed through the lens of relevant wood research and the Finnish history of logs. Results suggest that logs are currently perceived as a topical and trendy material because of their naturalness, warmth and healthiness. Stereotypes related to logs, such as ruralness or traditionality, are changing or begin to appear differently. The visibility of log structures was found to be meaningful to the study participants in various ways.
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