Centraali office building – Easy accessibility and excellent services in the heart of Helsinki city center
The Centraali office building is located in the very center of Helsinki – making it an ideal choice for companies looking for modern facilities and convenient transit.
The property offers tenants not only excellent transport connections and comprehensive nearby services but also stunning views of Helsinki Central railway station’s rail yard and the picturesque Töölönlahti Park.
Nokian Tyres, a company known for its innovation and high-quality tires, is one of the tenants of Centraali. The globally operating company has offices across Europe and North America, and in Finland, the operations are concentrated in Nokia and Helsinki. Globally, Nokian Tyres employs 3400 experts, around 50 of whom are based at the Helsinki office in Centraali. For an international company operating in multiple locations, Centraali’s central location offers many benefits, as explained by Executive Assistant Hanna Hyytiäinen.
Smooth transport connections boost the office premises’ appeal
The Centraali office building is situated right next to the Helsinki Central railway station, offering excellent connectivity to both the Helsinki metropolitan area and other parts of Finland. Many people working at Centraali also combine work with exercise by commuting to work on foot or by bike. The team at Nokian Tyres also values the property’s convenient location.
“The location of our office is excellent for employees, with trains arriving right outside the window and the metro, buses, and trams conveniently located nearby. This significantly simplifies commuting to on-site work.
Additionally, the area’s extensive cycling network and the bike parking facilities provided by the property ensure that many of our employees opt to cycle to work – some even year-round,” Hyytiäinen describes.
Centraali’s location is also ideal for hosting international guests, thanks to the direct and fast train connection from the airport to the nearby railway station. Consequently, Nokian Tyres frequently welcomes their international visitors to their Helsinki office with a wide selection of city center hotels offering comfortable accommodations within walking distance.
Diverse lunch options enrich the workday and bring a nice change
Centraali’s central location provides tenants with a wide variety of lunch options. From Finnish and Asian to Australian cuisine, excellent restaurants are available both in the office building and within a short walk.
“Many of our employees enjoy the variety of nearby lunch options, as it makes a pleasant break to the workday. With three lunch restaurants in the building, there’s no need to put on outwear to grab lunch.
For example, Zaap, the Thai restaurant downstairs is a staff favorite. We also often visit lunch restaurants at Oodi and Pääposti,” says Hyytiäinen.
City center services within walking distance – unparalleled recreational opportunities
The office’s location in the city center also ensures tenants easy access to diverse services – from restaurants and shopping to cultural events and wellness activities. For the personnel, the prime location offers a seamless transition from work to leisure, with plenty of options to suit their preferences.
The surrounding area of the office building also offers plenty of choice for informal team gatherings. For example, relaxed after-work events can easily be arranged at the charming Czech restaurant Vltava or the cozy wine and beer bar Ooster. Also, the nearby cultural venues like the Museum of Contemporary Art Kiasma and Musiikkitalo provide recreation and inspiration within walking distance.
Centraali’s location makes it easy to run errands during the workday, for instance, during lunch breaks. According to Hyytiäinen, the close proximity of occupational healthcare services is another advantage for the personnel, making it easier for them to access these services.
Nokian Tyres also utilizes the city center’s versatile opportunities for internal meetings and personnel recreation. In the summer, for instance, the company’s personnel were taken by boat to the beautiful archipelago of Helsinki.
The scenic Töölönlahti completes the attractive work environment
Centraali’s location beside Töölönlahti Park brings a pleasant contrast to the urban environment. Hyytiäinen also appreciates the park’s attractive look during the summer with its vibrant floral displays.
“The surroundings of Töölönlahti offer great scenery for a quick outdoor break during lunch time or an energizing walking meeting. The location of our office next to Töölönlahti and the central railway station is excellent for our company, and we have been very satisfied in the premises,” Hyytiäinen concludes.
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