VERSTAS Architects is an architectural practice based in Helsinki, Finland.

We are a private company with a solid business foundation, established in 2004 by architects Väinö Nikkilä, Jussi Palva, Riina Palva and Ilkka Salminen. VERSTAS Architects is a member of the Association of Finnish Architects’ Offices (ATL).

VERSTAS Architects offers high quality architectural design and professional project management tailored to meet the clients individual needs. We operate on the whole scope of architect’s work, ranging from conceptual urban design to the finest construction details. Our architecture is characterized by the quest for a constant balance of the building and the surrounding landscape.

During the past five years we have won six architectural competitions in Finland. Besides we’ve gained prizes and mentions in competitions both nationally and internationally, including e.g. second prize in the international Giant’s Causeway Visitor Centre competition in Northern Ireland (2005). Our active major commissions include two large-scale educational buildings Kirkkojärvi and Saunalahti schools in Espoo, a block of student housing in Helsinki and Tikkurila church and parish centre in Vantaa.

Partners: Ilkka Salminen, Riina Palva, Väinö Nikkilä & Jussi Palva