Design influenced by climate, wind direction and Savrun River surroundings. Municipality building faces southwest for natural ventilation. Cultural center positioned perpendicular to avoid wind obstruction. Buildings pushed to setback limits with public park between
Finnish town Säynätsalo organized competition for town hall in 1940s. Aalto's design won competition, serving 3,000 inhabitants. Project completed between 1949 and 1952
Town hall is chief administrative building of cities and municipalities. Houses city council and sometimes mayor's office. Traditionally featured single large open chamber for government functions. Modern town halls often combine government with cultural activities