Case Bastukärr: “Modularity Extends the Lifecycle of Materials”

The new logistics center in Bastukärr, Sipoo, was built in close cooperation with the customer, with sustainability goals at the forefront. BREEAM certification and EU Taxonomy requirements guided the design from the outset and are reflected in the property’s energy use, material choices, and adaptability.

Efficient and sustainable spaces as the goal

Founded in 2013, logistics company 3PLogistiikka Group Oy (3PL) provides warehousing and logistics services. As the company grew, 3PL wanted to centralize its operations in a modern logistics hub that would meet the efficiency and sustainability requirements of both the company and its clients.

“In line with our strategy, we wanted a larger facility that meets our clients’ expectations and reflects our identity as a sustainable logistics company,” says Jussi Kammonen, Chairman of the Board at 3PL.

Logian was chosen as the partner thanks to its competitive solution. The project schedule was tight, and Logian’s agile approach was a decisive factor.

Logian’s partner Sustera ensured compliance with both the EU taxonomy and BREEAM certification. What sets Logian apart from many in the industry is how comprehensively sustainability is integrated into every phase of a project.

“Logian has a clear commitment to building sustainably — not just to meet the minimum requirements. The goal isn’t to get a certificate as easily as possible, but to aim higher. As a partner, we can see that Logian genuinely wants to find the best solutions for nature and the environment,” says Veera Ollila from Sustera.

Sustainable solutions from design to operation

The building is equipped with air-to-water heat pumps and solar panels installed on the roof. All electricity used is sourced as green energy.

“We achieved fully emission-free energy solutions, which was a key goal for us,” Kammonen says.

The structures and technical systems were designed to be modular and adaptable, which extends the lifecycle of both the property and its materials. The facilities allow for diverse use throughout the building’s life, and for example, the ventilation machine room includes proper maintenance routes that make system upgrades easy.

“From the start, it was clear that sustainability should have a concrete and measurable role, not just high-level principles. Sustainable procurement was applied across timber, metals, and concrete and cement products. The focus on sustainability also showed during construction: for example, a temporary stormwater basin ensured that no pollutants ended up in the environment,” Ollila explains.

At Logian, every new development team includes an ecologist from the early planning stage to help safeguard and enhance biodiversity.

“At the Bastukärr site, for example, we preserved deadwood and rock piles found on the plot. These are critical microhabitats for many species,” Ollila adds.

Support continues after handover

The Bastukärr logistics centre was taken into use in winter 2024. However, collaboration between 3PL, Logian, and Sustera continues, for instance through energy consumption monitoring. Sustera experts conduct quarterly reviews, comparing actual use with target values set during the design phase. Any deviations are analyzed together with the user.

“In a project like this, it’s extremely valuable that the partner stays involved even after handover,” Kammonen notes. “Responsibility doesn’t shift entirely to the client the moment the keys are handed over.”

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