CapMan leads renovation of Finland's historic Hotel Laajavuori

Project | Mar 18, 2025 | Capman Growth

CapMan leads renovation of Finland's historic Hotel Laajavuori

CapMan Real Estate, in partnership with Scandic, is embarking on a significant renovation of the historic Hotel Laajavuori in Jyväskylä, Finland. The project aims to modernize the facilities, enhance energy efficiency, and integrate a large-scale geothermal heating system designed by LeaseGreen, with financial support from Heatly. The renovation will not only preserve the hotel's iconic brutalist architectural style but also transform it into a more environmentally friendly and energy-efficient establishment. The geothermal project alone will cover the hotel's annual heating needs and contribute to reducing its energy consumption by 1,500 MWh yearly, improving its energy efficiency rating from E to B. Additionally, all hotel rooms and public spaces will be refurbished, increasing the room count from 196 to 198. The hotel is part of the CapMan Hotels II fund portfolio, and the renovation project will serve diverse clientele, from family travellers and business guests to locals. This initiative is part of CapMan's broader commitment to sustainable investment and value creation within its portfolio.

Sectors

  • Real Estate
  • Hospitality
  • Energy

Geography

  • Finland – The renovation project is taking place in Jyväskylä, Finland.
  • Nordics – CapMan operates extensively in the Nordic region, including Finland where the project occurs.

Industry

  • Real Estate – Involves the renovation and modernization of a historic hotel property by CapMan.
  • Hospitality – The renovation project pertains to Hotel Laajavuori, operating in the hospitality sector.
  • Energy – The project involves geothermal heating as a major component to improve energy efficiency.

Financials

  • 6.1 billion – Assets under management by CapMan.

Participants

NameRoleTypeDescription
CapMan Real EstateRenovator, InvestorCompanyA Nordic private asset expert managing the renovation project.
ScandicHotel OperatorCompanyOperates the hotel, collaborating on the renovation project.
LeaseGreenGeothermal Heating System Designer and ImplementerCompanyResponsible for designing and implementing the hotel's new geothermal system.
HeatlyFinancing PartnerCompanyProvides financing for the geothermal heating project.
DoosArchitectural FirmCompanyHandles room designs for the hotel renovation.
Design Agency FyraDesign FirmCompanyResponsible for designing public spaces within the hotel.
Elias SallaAsset ManagerPersonAsset Manager at CapMan Real Estate overseeing the renovation project.
Janne PlvimkiHotel ManagerPersonHotel Manager at Scandic Laajavuori.