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    August 14th, 2008


    Image source:www.bhg.com
    The bow window in the living room reflects the Edwardian style of the flat. A simple sofa and love seat create a cozy conversation group. Most of the house wears flirtatious shades of green, butter yellow and pale aqua.

    Homemade Style
    When the homeowner couldn’t find the perfect coffee table, he designed this one, which has a plywood top set on a steel truss with casters.

    Makeshift Side Table
    A pair of wrought-iron end tables, set side by side, makes a spacious end table next to the love seat in the living room. The grouping of vases and pots, which William collected over a number of years, are united by their pleasing range of neutral tones.

    Computer Concealed
    The home office includes two computer stations that can be concealed behind the doors. A tinted green panel slides to reveal the work station and hide the bedroom. A series of storage spaces, cabinets, and movable doors allow the office disappear after hours.

    Staggered Solution
    Staggered filing cabinets are a great solution for an angled window.

    January 7th, 2008

    City has approximately 41,400 flats to be used for rented housing. There are over 80,000 residents living in these State-subsidised (ARAVA) rental dwellings.

    Municipal rented flats are a relatively inexpensive form of housing, compared with the average housing costs within the Helsinki metropolitan area; the average rent in 2006 is 8.14 euros per square metre.

    The rental of these flats is the responsibility of the Housing Affairs Division of the Helsinki City Real Estate Department. The Division also grants loans and subsidies for home acquisition, building and repairs.

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