Latest news and blog posts

Antti Niskanen
Antti Niskanen
19.9.2024

Joo Group has published a carbon neutrality roadmap

Our environmental work is rooted in influencing the system and supporting our residents.

Marianne Korhonen
Marianne Korhonen
5.6.2024

Lamminrahka is developing: 140 new rental apartments to be completed

Lamminrahka gets its 6th apartment building in late summer. Shopping area construction starts next year, pending zoning approval.

Marianne Korhonen
Marianne Korhonen
29.5.2024

We now offer furnished apartments for your company's accommodation needs

Joo Group owns nearly 8000 Joo Kodit homes in Finland's growth centres. In the future, any of them can be rented fully furnished.

Marianne Korhonen
Marianne Korhonen
22.4.2024

National Joo Day encourages all to embrace positivity

”Ei" (no) is one of the most popular words in Finnish. Our aim is to inspire as many people as possible to rather say "Joo" (yes).

Antti Niskanen
Antti Niskanen
9.4.2024

Environmental wellbeing is at the heart of our sustainability efforts

CEO Antti Niskanen writes about Joo Group's long-term environmental work in his blog.

Mikko Väänänen
Mikko Väänänen
9.4.2024

Better and more effective property management in-house

We have welcomed our first janitor and cleaning professionals to the Joo team in 2023.

Heta Kärki
Heta Kärki
8.4.2024

The OKR model helps us react fast to changes

In 2023, we established an operational model for ourselves that holds particular value during these uncertain times.

Heini Savinen
Heini Savinen
28.3.2024

Significantly better living for our residents — all metrics show improved satisfaction

Residents were particularly pleased with the effortless process of renting an apartment and our quick and friendly service.

Marianne Korhonen
Marianne Korhonen
25.3.2024

Sweat, smiles and cheers – Joo Basketball builds community spirit in Nokia

We joined a session of Joo Basketball to experience the vibe in women beginners' basketball training firsthand.

Heta Kärki
Heta Kärki
13.3.2024

Joo Group's annual review for 2023 tells the story of our everyday at Joo

Read our annual review to find out what Joo team members think of the past year.

Maarit Elo
Maarit Elo
28.2.2024

Job rotation opens up new perspectives

The recently launched programme has garnered plenty of enthusiastic feedback.

Marianne Korhonen
Marianne Korhonen
19.2.2024

These photos show how Masala in Kirkkonummi has evolved in the last few years

The Joo Kodit residential block of nearly 400 rental apartments was completed in mid-February.

Marianne Korhonen
Marianne Korhonen
28.12.2023

BC Nokia and Joo Kodit joined forces: Taking up basketball can be easy and accessible for adults, too

Joo Basketball starts in Nokia and brings residents together.

Marianne Korhonen
Marianne Korhonen
22.8.2023

Joo Group takes a big green leap – we're installing solar panels on dozens of rooftops

We want to be pioneers in energy efficiency by making green choices and supporting sustainable development.

Hilla Höyhtyä
Hilla Höyhtyä
17.8.2023

Being given responsibility and a great work community have been the highlights for Joo Group summer employees

"Colleagues and the atmosphere are definitely the best thing here!"

Marianne Korhonen
Marianne Korhonen
28.6.2023

Our first new development in Riihimäki to be completed in the height of summer

As Oy Riihimäen Pesispolku will comprise 100 rental apartments and a large-scale solar energy system.

Marianne Korhonen
Marianne Korhonen
26.6.2023

Joo Kodit shared cars contribute to residents' carefree life

Having a car to borrow in one's own backyard brings extra convenience to daily life. Making reservations is quick via the app.

Marianne Korhonen
Marianne Korhonen
20.6.2023

Joo Kodit is emerging as one of the largest rental apartment providers in Oulu

The development-oriented city of Oulu has been an excellent environment for piloting innovative housing solutions.

 Tia-Maria Leino ja Elias Rosenberg
Tia-Maria Leino ja Elias Rosenberg
30.5.2023

How a property owner can ease the anxiety of moving into one's first home

The idea of school visits came up on a spring morning at our Turku office.

Heta Kärki
Heta Kärki
22.5.2023

Joo Hetki café fosters a sense of community in Oulu

Joo Hetki opened in January 2023, and it’s turned out to be much more than a café.

Sanni Siira
Sanni Siira
16.5.2023

The Joo vibe - that summarises our year 2022 perfectly

Read our annual report 2022 to find out what Joo team members think of the past year.

Roosa Lappalainen
Roosa Lappalainen
12.5.2023

We're preventing loneliness - the first Joo Day invited residents to try new things together

The annual Joo Day inspires people to follow their hearts and say "Joo" - yes in Finnish - to whatever feels right in the moment.

Johanna Mattsson
Johanna Mattsson
10.5.2023

Despite rapid growth, employee satisfaction at Joo Group remains high

Our eNPS score, which measures employees' willingness to recommend their workplace to others, is an excellent 82.

Roosa Lappalainen
Roosa Lappalainen
13.4.2023

We've opened new offices all around Finland

Our new premises help us bring happiness to both Joo team members and Joo Kodit residents.

Marianne Korhonen
Marianne Korhonen
5.4.2023

The popular Joo Fixer service expands to new locations

Joo Kodit residents can request free help with small home fixes in more and more cities.

Marianne Korhonen
Marianne Korhonen
1.3.2023

Our Jooppi app for residents is making rental living more carefree than ever

With the upcoming Jooppi app, our residents can easily manage everything about their home.

Heta Kärki
Heta Kärki
21.2.2023

Joo Group receives €100 million EIB green loan for new high-energy performance residential buildings in Finland

The financing will support Joo’s investment pipeline of 29 high-energy performance residential buildings.

Marianne Korhonen
Marianne Korhonen
14.2.2023

We are looking for summer employees

Join our rental teams in Kauniainen, Vantaa, Turku and Tampere for summer 2023.

Antti Niskanen
Antti Niskanen
31.1.2023

We calculated our carbon footprint – what happens next?

Read our CEO Antti Niskanen's blog post.

Sanni Siira
Sanni Siira
24.11.2022

Our team is getting stronger

The Joo Group is getting stronger, with new Joo team members onboard in Oulu and Greater Helsinki.

Marianne Korhonen
Marianne Korhonen
21.11.2022

Turku will get 247 new Joo Kodit apartments in late 2022

Moving to a new home will be made easy, with free help for residents for installing washing machines and light fixtures.

Minna Sahlsten
Minna Sahlsten
14.11.2022

Test out our tips for better ergonomics

Do you spend a lot of time working on a laptop? Test out our tips for better ergonomics.

Heta Kärki
Heta Kärki
28.10.2022

Our new name is Joo Group. Thanks and bye, Asuntoyhtymä!

With our sixth birthday coming up, we decided to say Joo (yes in Finnish) to a new name. Asuntoyhtymä is now called Joo Group.

Antti Niskanen vastuullisuusjohtajaksi Asuntoyhtymään
Antti Niskanen
Antti Niskanen
25.10.2022

The practical ways we’re saving energy to benefit all

Saving energy is one of Joo Kodit’s most important objectives.

Marianne Korhonen
Marianne Korhonen
17.10.2022

Work experience placement showed Kiia how apartments are rented out

9th grade student Kiia Anisimaa's work experience placement involved everything from social media to washing machine installation.

Marianne Korhonen
Marianne Korhonen
26.9.2022

Construction of As Oy Oulun Lumihuippu has started in Hiukkavaara, Oulu

The new development will be rated A for energy efficiency and powered by geothermal energy and solar panels.

Marianne Korhonen
Marianne Korhonen
20.9.2022

Joo Kodit rental apartments to be built in Toukovuori, Porvoo

The new neighbourhood’s attractions include proximity to nature and ecological values.

Marianne Korhonen
Marianne Korhonen
16.9.2022

Happy 1st birthday Joo!

During its first year, Joo Kodit has grown amazingly fast – Read about the new things we've said Joo (that's a yes) to so far.

Heta Kärki
Heta Kärki
5.9.2022

Antti Niskanen appointed new CEO, starting 1.11.2022

Asuntoyhtymä’s board has appointed M.Sc. Antti Niskanen as new CEO of the company.

Kesätyöntekijät Oskari, Simo ja Hilla kertovat kokemuksistaan Joo Kodeilla.
Sanni Siira
Sanni Siira
11.8.2022

Millaista on olla töissä yrityksessä, jossa sanotaan usein Joo?

Kuuntele podcastissa kesätyöntekijäiden kokemuksista Joo Kodeilla.

Marianne Korhonen
Marianne Korhonen
29.6.2022

Joo team's summer day out

Joo team got together for a day of summer fun and frolics. Check out the pictures of the day.

Oulun Kiuru
Marianne Korhonen
Marianne Korhonen
22.6.2022

Hartela to construct two new developments for Asuntoyhtymä in Oulu

The new Joo apartments will be heated with eco-friendly energy from the return pipes of the district heating network.

Antti Niskanen
Antti Niskanen
22.6.2022

We are adopting a whistleblowing channel for reporting unacceptable behaviour

The new digital reporting channel is an important way to ensure our values are put into practice.

Marianne Korhonen
Marianne Korhonen
2.6.2022

Asuntoyhtymä and Marvea have signed a deal for new homes to be built in Keinusaari, Hämeenlinna

The Hämeenlinnan Keinusaari development complements Joo Kodit’s rental apartment offering in the sought-after station area.

Heta Kärki
Heta Kärki
24.5.2022

Asuntoyhtymä's Annual Report 2021 has been published

During the year we completed several new building projects, launched our new rental brand Joo Kodit, and contemplated our values.

Marianne Korhonen
Marianne Korhonen
23.5.2022

Joo Kodit residents to be offered free help for small fixes at home

The Joo Fixer service will first be launched in Espoo, Kirkkonummi and Oulu.

Joo Huoleton Finnish Design Shop 1
Heta Kärki
Heta Kärki
18.5.2022

Joo Kodit rental brand and Finnish Design Shop collaboration encourages sustainable interior design

Joo Kodit has teamed up with Finnish Design Shopa to provide inspiration for furnishing a small home sustainably.

Marianne Korhonen
Marianne Korhonen
13.5.2022

More Joo homes to be built in Tampere

Pirkanmaa will have more than 1000 Joo Kodit rental apartments in the next few years.

Antti Niskanen Asuntoyhtymä
Antti Niskanen
Antti Niskanen
5.5.2022

The ancient wisdom behind our values

”Have I sat down yet?” Who would ask such a thing and what does it have to do with Asuntoyhtymä’s values? Let’s have a look!

Marianne Korhonen
Marianne Korhonen
4.5.2022

Kangasvuori, Jyväskylä, gets a new energy efficient apartment block

A total of 93 Joo Kodit rental apartments will be completed in the Jyväskylän Tulisydän apartment block in late summer 2023.

Asuntoyhtymä staff
Johanna Mattsson
Johanna Mattsson
28.4.2022

New research highlights exceptional employee satisfaction at Asuntoyhtymä

According to a newly released survey, Asuntoyhtymä is at the top of its industry when it comes to employee satisfaction.

Marianne Korhonen
Marianne Korhonen
21.4.2022

The new Lamminrahka neighbourhood combines the best of Kangasala and Tampere

The Joo Kodit apartment blocks are some of the neighbourhood’s very first construction projects.

Havainnekuva tulevista uudiskohteista.
Marianne Korhonen
Marianne Korhonen
13.4.2022

Joo Kodit brings 181 new ecological homes to Nokia’s Puroniitty

The new apartment complexes will produce solar electricity and use a geothermal heating system for both heating and cooling.

Facade of the Joo Hetki cafe in Oulu
Heta Kärki
Heta Kärki
6.4.2022

The new Joo Hetki café concept encourages vibrant rental communities

The Joo Hetki neighbourhood café is just one of the many ways in which Joo Kodit is reinventing rental living.

Joo Olohuone brings neighbours together.
Marianne Korhonen
Marianne Korhonen
8.3.2022

Joo. Olohuone is a shared lounge for residents

The first Joo Olohuone is currently being built at our Kirkkonummen Manhattan apartment complex.

Asuntoyhtymä on ollut yhteydessä Maahanmuuttovirastoon sekä muutamaan muuhun tahoon tarjotakseen heille Joo Koteja ukrainalaisten pakolaisten käyttöön. Tämän lisäksi Asuntoyhtymä lahjoitti 10 000 euroa Ukrainan lasten auttamiseen Unicefin kautta.
Marianne Korhonen
Marianne Korhonen
3.3.2022

Asuntoyhtymä offers apartments for the use of Ukrainian refugees

Asuntoyhtymä has been in touch with the Finnish Immigration Service and other organisations to offer help for the Ukrainians.

Until now, long-term rental living in furnished apartment in Finland has been both expensive and fairly unusual. As the first company in the market, Joo Kodit is bringing Finland up to date with the international trend by adding furnished apartments to its portfolio of affordable, long term rental homes.
Sanni Siira
Sanni Siira
14.2.2022

Joo+ revolutionises the culture of rental living in Finland

Joo Kodit is bringing Finland up to date with the international trend by adding furnished apartments to its portfolio.

Asuntoyhtymä rakennuttaa Oulun Karjasiltaan 76 uutta Joo Kotia, joiden huoneistopinta-alaksi tulee yhteensä noin 2600 m². Urakoitsijana toimii Pohjola Rakennus Oy Suomi. Osakekauppa Asunto Oy Oulun Hohdosta allekirjoitettiin joulukuussa 2021 ja rakentaminen aloitetaan kesällä 2022.
Marianne Korhonen
Marianne Korhonen
3.2.2022

Pohjola Rakennus and Asuntoyhtymä sign a deal for an apartment complex to be built in Oulu

Asuntoyhtymä has commissioned 76 new Joo apartments in Karjasilta in Oulu. They will be constructed by Pohjola Rakennus Oy Suomi.

Asuntoyhtymä is building new Joo Koti rental apartments to Espoo Kokinniitty.
Sanni Siira
Sanni Siira
31.1.2022

New Joo apartments to bring carefree rental living to Kokinniitty in Espoo

Asuntoyhtymä has commissioned the construction of around 100 new Joo apartments in Kokinniitty, Espoo.

Antti Niskanen
Antti Niskanen
20.1.2022

What is Asuntoyhtymä's reason to exist?

Our Head of Sustainability Antti Niskanen ponders Asuntoyhtymä's reason to exist in his blog.

Antti Niskanen vastuullisuusjohtaja Asuntoyhtymä
Antti Niskanen
Antti Niskanen
1.12.2021

I prefer to talk about sustainability rather than responsibility

In his first blog, our Head of Sustainability Antti Niskanen reveals why he rather talks about sustainability than responsibility.

Kirkkonummi vuokra-asunto
Heta Kärki
Heta Kärki
29.9.2021

Laajakallio in Kirkkonummi gets new, upmarket rental homes

New, high-quality rental apartments by Joo Kodit will be completed in Kirkkonummi in autumn 2022.

Antti Niskanen vastuullisuusjohtajaksi Asuntoyhtymään
Heta Kärki
Heta Kärki
22.9.2021

Asuntoyhtymä’s new head of sustainability: “Lofty words aren’t enough – we need action.”

Antti Niskanen (Msc) has been appointed as Asuntoyhtymä's Head of Sustainability.

Heta Kärki
Heta Kärki
20.9.2021

New rental home brand takes action to prevent loneliness

Asuntoyhtymä homes are now called Joo Kodit. Joo Kodit aims to enliven communities, for example by offering sports facilities.

Joo Arena ulkokuva
Heta Kärki
Heta Kärki
12.9.2021

Joo Kodit is the main sponsor of a new sports centre

The newly opened Joo.Arena sports centre gets the residents of Kirkkonummi moving with its varied facilities.

FIGBC logo
Heta Kärki
Heta Kärki
15.6.2021

Asuntoyhtymä joins Green Building Council Finland

The Board of Green Building Council Finland has accepted Asuntoyhtymä Group into its network of members.

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