Wednesday, September 05, 2007

New from Iittala


New from Iittala
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk
Informative window display.

Restaurant Nuevo


Restaurant Nuevo
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk
The Espresso part is not forgotten. I have just been seriously lazy and spent my time on familiar cafes, so there hasn't been much to write about in this department.

Tonight i touched down in Nuevo for some food and wine with Robert, and afterwards we were served one of the best espressos in a long time. Perfectly balanced, so they start of with a bitter feeling, which turns smooth just before you start grimacing. Got two pieces of (mint) chocolate pre cup as well.

Nuevo is more of a food place, but I'm sure they'll serve espressos at the bar if you ask nicely. Also not a bad idea to work up the appetite with a few Tapas first.

Gallery


Gallery
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk
High quality street art in my future neighbourhood.

Sunday, September 02, 2007

Pocket Parking Champion


Pocket Parking Champion
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk

Friday, August 31, 2007

Problem: Solved


Problem: Solved
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk
A few minutes after this picture the table was used for signing a bunch of papers which solved my apartment problem.

Strangely enough, this seemed like a business deal everyone felt positive about: The seller, because she got lot's of euros to pay off her new apartment, me, because I got a really nice apartment at a great location, and the bank, because I will be paying them lot's of euros over the next few decades.

Custom Rims


Custom Rims
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk
Apparently all it takes is a little CNC work at the optician. I wonder if they give discount on files made at home. Almost makes me wish I needed glasses.

Saturday, August 25, 2007

Jam Stage


Jam Stage
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk
@Kasarmintori

Stop Motion Mushrooms


Stop Motion Mushrooms
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk
Growing on the wall of an office building.

Strange Fruit


Strange Fruit
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk
Aussies swinging around on fibreglass poles drew huge crowds.

Fire Show


Fire Show
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk
Once a year Helsinki goes nicely odd with the "Taiteiden yö" event. We started off with a walk down Hesperia park.

Wednesday, August 22, 2007

Le Corps Mince de Françoise@Redrum

Oh so trendy electro trash pop:

Le Corps Mince de Françoise

Monday, August 20, 2007

This is a Piece of Art?


This is a piece of Art?
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk
Someone had placed an Edvard Munch -inspired piece along my way home.

Sunday, August 19, 2007

If you Say So


If you Say So
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk

Ice Cream Pointilism


Ice Cream Pointilism
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk

Wednesday, August 15, 2007

Tiny Container


Tiny Container
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk
Cooler bag by Maersk.

Thursday, August 09, 2007

Antique 2


Antique 2
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk
In the window of a Helsinki antique...er...computer repair shop.

Antiques 1


Antiques 1
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk
Some old Motorolas which were floating around in the office. Not that bad; They're even GSM compatible, apparently.

Monday, August 06, 2007

Post Holiday Oddity


Post Holiday Oddity
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk
Daive was on holiday for so long his desk started it's own ecosystem.

Or maybe it's just a carpet sample?

Friday, August 03, 2007

Face


Face
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk
Urban art or target of opportunity?

In other news: The hunt for apartment 2.0 has started, so hold on to your keys, folks:)

Sunday, July 29, 2007

Bound to be Noticed


Bound to be Noticed
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk
A car rental company got creative in the touristy area downtown.

Just two rules to follow when making something like this:
1. Use one of your own cars.
2. Use easily removable paint.

Thursday, July 26, 2007

Odd Ride


Odd Ride
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk

Monday, July 23, 2007

Final Campsite


Final Campsite
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk
That's our drinking water in the foreground.

Áhkká Under a Blanket


Áhkká Under a Blanket
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk
From here on it was easy cruising back to Änonjalme and the boat back to civilisation.

Morning in Ruohtesvágge


Morning in Ruohtesvágge
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk
Around day four, I guess. Not that we were counting much.

Teemu and Mikko


Teemu and Mikko
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk
The usual suspects enjoying the sunhine.

Sarek National Park


Sarek National Park
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk
This is where I spent all last week. The biggest untouched wilderness area of Sweden.

Friday, July 13, 2007

Thank you, Outlook


Thank you, Outlook
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk
...for reminding me of my holiday.

I'll be outside all networks for next week.

Wednesday, July 11, 2007

Welho Rikshaw


Welho Rikshaw
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk
Welho has jumped on the pedal driven ad boom as well.

Saturday, July 07, 2007

The Baby Fire Truck


The Baby Fire Truck
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk
It's made for serious business, known officially as "Sisäpihatikas H161" (courtyard ladder), and very necessary here in Helsinki. However, every time the little one comes by, often trailing the big burly vehicles, people start smiling and going ooh. Like when seeing a brave little puppy.

Wednesday, July 04, 2007

Free Hugs


Free Hugs
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk
Not a success, it seems.

Sign Art


Sign Art
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk
Neat handpainted roadsign. Wonder who's made the effort?

Sunday, July 01, 2007

The Politically Incorrect Message of Today

I especially like the clarifying final comment:)

Campsite Evening


Campsite Evening
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk

Face-Off


Face-Off
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk
Tiia and Teemu replaying Crouching Tiger, Hidden dragon.

Nature Weekend


Nature Weekend
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk
Trying out various new stuff for our upcoming trip to Sarek in the neighbourhood forest of Nuuksio.

Monday, June 25, 2007

CTRL


CTRL
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk
@New Arrivals.

Where the rest displayed clothes, CTRL had made a 3D moodboard (or should that be moodspace since it's 3D?)

Paola Suhonen


Paola Suhonen
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk
@New Arrivals in Design Forum.

Wednesday, June 20, 2007

Today's Office


Today's Office
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk
Design can be dirty work, but somebody's got to do it. Most of today was spent at one subcontractor's factory assembling a product to fit our specs.

Ouch


Ouch
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk
Just an old photo of a nasty fork that was designed to dig a sharp end into the palm of my hand when trying to eat in a civilized way.

Sunday, June 17, 2007

Lucky New Owner


Lucky New Owner
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk
Saturday night, and the birthday boy is solving the final hurdle between him and his new ride: The lock. If you see this pair around town, give them enough room to manouvre.

Elias


Elias
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk
The youngest team member was all geared up for a test ride, but unfortunately we didn't get the bike done before his bedtime.

Teamwork


Teamwork
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk
A recap of friday night, which we spent turning a sad excuse of a bike into a speed demon to give Heikki as a birthday present. It was definately not a very well organised team effort (among other things I managed to throw away some important bits and pieces which I mistook for trash), but the end result turned out better than good.

Saturday, June 16, 2007

One in Four


One in Four
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk
The only one of four citybikes outside the office that was in rideable condition. Definately the fastest way downtown from work, though.

Wednesday, June 13, 2007

Cuckoo Clock


Cuckoo Clock
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk
Essential style item of the modern home. Daive's got the trends by the horns.

Sunday, June 10, 2007

My Old 'Hood -Asahikawa


My Old 'Hood -Asahikawa
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk
That's where I lived, right in the middle.

My Old 'Hood -Rovaniemi


My Old 'Hood -Rovaniemi
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk
I so like it when new high res areas are added to Google Earth.

Friday, June 08, 2007

PAL On Board


PAL On Board
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk
A high quality radio was spotted on the bridge of the Suomenlinna ferry (m/s Tor). The captain seems to have good taste in equipment.

The Origin of Beer


The Origin of Beer
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk
According to our annual tradition we visited the Suomenlinna microbrewery with Kim and sampled this years batch. Good enouh to warrant a second and probably a third visit as well during the summer.

Monday, June 04, 2007

At Least They're Trying


At Least They're Trying
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk
Public transport card reader with retrofitted green rubber thing. But does it really tell you where to put the card yet?

Sunday, June 03, 2007

Three Chefs, One Plate


Three Chefs, One Plate
Originally uploaded by Rollofunk
Salad: Mikko, Fried veggies: Teemu, Steak: me, result: excellent.