Habitare Build Lab
Construction and renovation exhibition area
Habitare Build Lab – the new meeting ground for construction and restoration
Habitare Build Lab introduces a wholly new, practice-driven concept at the heart of Habitare – a space where construction and interior professionals, consumers and brands come together under one roof. Spanning 375 m², the Lab functions as a living learning environment: a place where knowledge circulates, ideas are tested and the best solutions are shared.
Habitare Build Lab showcases a better way to build: uniting modernity and tradition, aesthetics and technical expertise, circularity and high-quality execution.
The Habitare Build Lab is designed by one of Finland’s most renowned interior designers, Laura Seppänen, founder of LS Design Agency.
Build Lab’s official media partner is Glorian Koti.
What does Habitare Build Lab offer?
Practical solutions – one room at a time
The area features multiple fully realised room environments in which professionals present products, materials and construction solutions within authentic settings:
- Bathroom & WC
- Sauna
- Kitchen
- Living Room
- Atrium
- Traditional building room
All spaces are built using real products – and will be sold after the event.
Meet the Experts
Build Lab places professional expertise centre stage. At its heart are builders, installers, designers, contractors, and specialists in traditional construction.
The area’s reception desks provide personalised guidance from experts across HVAC, electrical systems, lighting, joinery, stonework, and other key disciplines.
A programme designed to teach and inspire
An event nook located within the Build Lab provides a rotating daily programme:
- Expert lectures
- Workshops and surface-treatment demonstrations
- Panel discussions
- Visits from architects and designers
Topics include concealed showers, traditional construction, specialty finishes, acoustics, natural stone and modern lighting solutions.
Who is Habitare Build Lab for?
A Lab Built for Makers
Home renovators – practical guidance and comparable solutions
Builders, contractors and installers – technical information and product demonstrations
Architects, interior designers and specialist designers – new materials and design solutions
Real estate and property maintenance professionals
Students and emerging talent within the field
Participating in the Build Lab 2026:
Formica
Formica® Group, the original inventor of laminate, brings over 110 years of expertise in innovative surfacing solutions. Its extensive range features trend-led colours, patterns, woodgrains, and premium surface textures. Designed for durability, consistency and ease of maintenance, Formica® laminates are ideal for worktops, wall panels, furniture, doors, and washrooms — supporting designers and specifiers in creating practical, long-lasting interiors.
@formicagroupeu | @Formica Group Europe | @Formica Group Europe
Puustamo
Puustamo creates door and wall solutions that seamlessly blend functionality and aesthetics. We manufacture high-quality wooden doors and wall surfaces for public spaces – such as hotels and schools – as well as for private residences.
Custom-made in Finland, our doors are at the forefront of interior design trends, built to endure from one generation to the next. Our primary raw materials are oak, pine, and CLT. Thoughtfully engineered technical details complement our responsibly produced collection.
Make a choice based on values – choose Puustamo.
Reatek Laatat
Reatek Tiles is a family-owned company established in 1993, providing high-quality tile and interior solutions for homes and public spaces. Our selection consists of carefully curated European tile and interior brands that combine design, quality, and durability. At Habitare Build Lab, we showcase contemporary surface materials and inspiring solutions for the spaces of tomorrow.
Domus Classica
Built to last – The Different Hardware Store. Domus Classica brings together carefully selected building materials, replacement parts and architectural details for those who value craftsmanship, durability and homes that stand the test of time.
Martela
For 80 years, Martela has created work and learning environments built to last. Today, we do more than furnish spaces—we help extend their lifecycle. At Build Lab, discover how new and renewed furniture come together through Martela Second Life. Discover the iconic 70-year-old Kilta chair, the new Maia sofa collection and carefully curated design products from Martela’s extensive partner network, brought together in an interior concept designed by Laura Seppänen.
Puusepänliike Astikainen
Puusepänliike Astikainen is a growing, modern carpentry business that crafts unique, custom-made furniture for every space and need throughout Finland. At Astikainen, every piece of furniture is always unique—entirely designed and crafted for each customer at their own workshop in Jyväskylä since 1978.
Puusepänliike Astikainen is proud to be part of this year’s event and to showcase its specialized carpentry expertise, the combination of different materials, and skillful details at its booth. On display at the booth will be, among other things, high-quality material solutions from partners, as well as other carefully selected materials and surface treatment solutions.
Suomen Sisustustakka
Suomen Sisustustakka is a family-owned company founded in 2001, specializing in premium fireplaces and sauna solutions. From Finland’s widest selection of fireplaces, you’ll find wood-burning fireplaces, sauna heaters, electric fireplaces, bioethanol fireplaces, designer fireplaces, and patio heaters.
We design and deliver solutions for private homes as well as demanding public projects. Over the years, thousands of customers have trusted our expertise, and our installations have also been featured in several Finnish TV programmes.
We make fire a part of your home’s interior design.
@sisustustakka | @Suomen Sisustustakka | @Suomen Sisustustakka
Vieser
New Vieser Kaita linear drain on display at Habitare
All floor drains work well on catalogs. It’s the life that clogs them. Vieser Kaita is life-proof design – streamlined looks combined with uncompromised, low-maintenance functionality.
Explore Kaita with Vieser’s experts at the Habitare Build Lab stand.
Vieser has a crucial role to play in prolonging the life cycle of buildings with first-in-class floor drain solutions. Vieser’s products have been manufactured in Finland since 1973.
Geberit & IDO
Are you building or renovating a bathroom? At BuildLab, you can get help with the design and installation of various wall-mounted toilet solutions using products from Geberit and IDO. Our experts are on hand to answer your questions—we’ll help you find the best solutions and turn your toilet plans into reality. Bring your floor plan and any tricky questions!
Geberit is a Swiss sanitaryware company that has been manufacturing high-quality toilet solutions for bathrooms for over 150 years. Today, the company manufactures products under brands such as IDO and Geberit.
@geberit_fi | @Geberit | @Geberit Suomi | @ido_kylpyhuone | @IDO
For companies – interested in partnering with Habitare Build Lab?
Build Lab offers four tailored partnership packages, ranging from product showcases to in-depth reception and programme collaborations. As a partner, you can:
- Present your products within fully functioning spaces
- Showcase samples at dedicated sample points
- Meet customers through personalised consultation sessions
- Host workshops and programme slots
- Make use of the Lab’s meeting and presentation spaces
The Lab gives particular visibility to partners for whom knowledge-sharing, guidance and high-quality execution are at the core of their work.