Idyllic Finnish mountaintop hotel Panorama Landscape Hotel is aiming to elevate hospitality by leveraging Genelec's audio solutions throughout its site.
Kuopio’s Panorama Landscape Hotel is situated at the top of Mountain Tahko ski resort, overlooking expansive forests with luxury spas and guest suites. The hotel was designed by local entrepreneurs Harri Jokela and Katja Kuulusa and embodies the hallmarks of Nordic architecture. It features intricate wood interiors and is equipped with RAW Genelec Smart IP loudspeakers throughout the premises to enhance guests' auditory experience.
Genelec highlights that sound played a crucial role in the project, both in terms of acoustics and aesthetics. Local integrators Viking Pro, who had previously collaborated with the Panorama team on another restaurant, were brought on board to preserve the brand's premium sound legacy.
Juha Jäppinen, co-owner of Viking Pro, commented:
They wanted a Finnish audio brand to fit with their philosophy of heritage and innovation. The loudspeakers were to be used in the suites, as well as in the restaurant, indoor spa areas, meeting room, lobby and toilets. We selected Genelec because the brand offers solutions that are modern and attractive. The RAW finish of the Smart IP models fits perfectly with the hotel’s design."
The planning for Panorama Landscape Hotel began in 2018, with the construction funded by investments from Finnish motorsport legends, former rally champion Tommi Mäkinen and former Formula 1 titleholder Kimi Räikkönen.
Inspired by Japanese onsen spas, the vision was to build a hotel that blends the great outdoors with local design and tradition. The hotel features ten individual suites, a natural forest spa, and the Havu Kitchen and Bar, led by renowned chef Kim Mustonen.
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More Specifics On The Hotel's Audio Installation
In the restaurant, Genelec installed six 4430 Smart IP loudspeakers in a RAW aluminium finish, along with two 7050 studio subwoofers to ensure smooth low-frequency performance. This setup complements the Finnish fusion cuisine and space's overall design.
While the speakers primarily provide background music, they can also connect to wireless microphones for meetings and announcements when needed. Adjacent to the restaurant is a meeting room available for corporate events, where Genelec installed two additional 4430 models in black.
