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11.11.2022

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punatiilinen saunarakennus Kankaan alueella. Image Fu-Yu Deng
Kangas area is next to Jyväskylä city center. Transformed from paper production industry, the last paper mill was closed in 2010 and the City of Jyväskylä has owned the property since then. The regeneration brings new life to the area.

Kangas aims to provide high quality housing. Integrating community facilities and organizations (kindergarten, student housing, and social welfare center for elders), having generation diversity is one of the main goals. Statistic shows that there have been 1000 residents living and 650 employees working in Kangas in 2021. Living here, you can expect convenient daily lives in the sustainable and high-tech community. Additionally, artistic elements enrich the area, making Kangas a more appealing place.

Sustainability & Convenience

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Piippu ja rakennuksia Kankaan alueella. Image Fu-Yu Deng

The developing Kangas is attempting to be partially energy sufficient. With a cherishing attitude, resources are wisely used. To be sustainable, solar power, one planet living approach, and parking building model are applied. Sustainability provides inhabitants higher quality of life.

Next to the city center, the perfect location benefits Kangas residents easy living. Parking, community, and waste disposal services are provided. The parking building gives the community a neat street appearance. In the community center, you may enjoy social lives or join various events. With a key, you have access to waste disposal service next to your apartment. Easy lives attract more residents, bringing about the development.

Art & Culture

Having colorful and creative art pieces in your daily life is no longer a luxury if you live in Kangas. The regeneration emphasizes the importance of art and culture. City of Jyväskylä decided to put 1% of building cost to art and cultural events. In Kangas, you can see decorations along the streets, art works from famous artists, and the Kangas Sauna. In Kangas Sauna, you’ll find a nice place to relax. A cup of coffee, a piece of cake, and of course, the best sauna experience will grant you the most unforgettable afternoon and evening. 

Statistics show that Jyväskylä is a young and growing city. Kangas area is considered a city expansion. Approximately, 5000 residents and 2100 new jobs will be in Kangas area in the future. Visit Kangas, feel the vibe, enjoy the culture, and appreciate the development. Wish you a nice stay!

Fu-Yu, Deng
University of Jyväskylä

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