Finnish design has a good reputation internationally, and Helsinki is an important centre of architecture and design.
This makes Helsinki the ideal choice for those who want to gorge themselves on top design. The city has studios, boutiques, buildings, galleries and museums offering the best from yesterday’s and today’s trendsetters. Scandic Marski is located just in the heart of the design district. You’ll come across names such as Alvar Aalto, Eliel Saarinen, Kaj Franck, Marimekko, Iittala and Ivana Helsinki. Scandic Grand Marina itself has an interesting architecture and is located in the Katajanokka district where you can find a good cross-section of the Finnish architecture.