Simonkatu 8

Simonkatu 8/Yrjönkatu 31 is the corner building that was originally owned by the temperance association Koitto. The building completed in 1906 also hosted one of the most well-known amateur theatres for workers in Finland, Koiton Näyttämö. It is also the predecessor of Helsinki City Theatre. Many cultural associations, restaurants and boutiques operate in the property.

All properties in the Forum Block have been awarded a BREEAM In-Use Very Good -level certification. BREEAM (Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method) is an international green building certification system aimed at reducing the environmental impact of the use of buildings as well as the development of healthier working environments.

The Forum Block is also fully carbon neutral in terms of energy consumption during use.

Property details

Accessibility

Forum Block is one of the busiest thoroughfares in Helsinki. From there, you can reach other parts of the city centre, such as the central railway station and the Kamppi transit terminal, through an underground walkway. In the future, Forum will also have an entrance to the new commuter train line, City Rail Loop. Buses, trams, trains and metro are just a short walking distance away.

Services

The block offers an extensive selection of retailers and services ranging from health care to cafés and restaurants. The services of the city centre are all within walking distance.

Parking

Several city centre parking facilities are in the immediate vicinity of S8Y31, such as Stockmann Q-Park, P-Eliel, Autoparkki WTC parking and Forum-P.