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Checklist for Booking a Meeting Room in Helsinki for Your Next Kick-Off

By anna

Here are 5 essential questions to ask before you book. 1. Is the venue easy for everyone to get to? A central location makes a big difference. Especially in today’s hybrid work culture—where some team members work remotely, from home, or on flexible schedules—it’s more important than ever to choose a venue that’s easy to … Continued

An Unforgettable All-Inclusive Christmas Party at HUONE

By herachoi

Event overview Date: November 21st, 2025 Guests: All employees of BASF Oy Venue: HUONE Kamppi Program: Winter Fiesta’ concept Organised by: BASF Oy, Helsinki Event Type: Company Christmas Party ‘Winter Fiesta’ concept A Festive Night to Remember This year, BASF Oy Helsinki gathered their team for a memorable Christmas celebration at HUONE Kamppi. The goal? … Continued

Port of Helsinki’s Strategy Day at HUONE

By herachoi

Event Overview Date: November 25th, 2025 Guests: ~80 employees Venue: Wave Room, HUONE Kluuvi, Helsinki Format: Welcome session & lunch, Executive presentations & panel (year in review, strategy, culture launch), Client speech, Culture workshop, Keynote by Panu Luukka, and Closing remarks by CEO Ville Haapasaari Organiser: Port of Helsinki A Day to Align, Reflect, and … Continued

Team day activity ideas in Helsinki

By herachoi

In today’s hybrid working world, fostering team culture has become more important—and more challenging—than ever. Team days are no longer just about fun; they’re an essential way to reconnect, build relationships, and strengthen the company culture that’s been stretched across virtual and physical workspaces. At HUONE, we frequently host team days, and one question we … Continued

Business Meeting and Event Trends to Watch in 2026

By herachoi

As we move into 2026, business events are changing quickly. New ways of working, new technology, money concerns, and the need to care about the planet are all affecting how companies plan and run their events. Here are some important trends that people who plan events and run event spaces should know this year. 1. … Continued

Recright Organises a Powerful In-Person Event for Hiring Professionals

By herachoi

Event overview Date: November 13th, 2025 Guests: 50 Talent acquisition and recruitment professionals Venue: Wave Room, HUONE Kluuvi, Helsinki Program format: Networking + Fireside Chat + Keynote + Roundtables Organised by: Recright Oy, a Helsinki-based recruitment platform that specializes in video interviews and structured hiring HUONE Kluuvi hosted Recright’s launch event in the Wave Room, … Continued

How to Run a Successful Kick-Off Meeting (with Example Agenda)

By herachoi

In this article, we will explore the different types of kick-off meetings, how to plan your kick-off day, and why choosing the right space, one that inspires focus, energy, and connection, plays a key role in its success. TEST What Is a Kick-Off Meeting and Why the Right Venue Matters? A kick-off meeting brings people … Continued

Buffet or Sit-Down Dinner?

By anna

At a buffet, the food is displayed on a serving table, allowing guests to choose and assemble their own plates. A sit-down dinner, on the other hand, means that the food is served directly to the tables, with each course brought out as a ready-plated dish. The right choice depends on the nature of the … Continued

Top 10 Christmas Party Themes

By herachoi

Adding a theme to your Christmas party makes the celebration memorable and unique. It brings more joy, laughter, and encourages guests to fully join in. With experience from organizing over 700 Christmas parties, we can confidently say that a theme truly makes a difference. Take a look at this list and find the perfect theme … Continued

Tips for Hosting Unforgettable Christmas Parties

By lauratomula

For many, the Christmas party is one of the year’s highlights. It’s a chance for the team to come together in the middle of busy schedules, enjoy great company, good food, engaging entertainment, and celebrate the year’s achievements. That is why careful planning is key. Where to Start with Planning? Start by asking your team … Continued

HUONE KLUUVI IS CELEBRATING ITS FIRST ANNIVERSARY

By anna

Located on the 4th floor of the Kluuvi shopping center, HUONE Kluuvi offers six unique and beautifully designed spaces, each with its own character. Over the past year, the Wave Room has become a clear favourite, accommodating events of up to 150 guests. Lagoon, Sisu, and Spotlight have also proven to be excellent choices for … Continued

The Future of Work and What It Means for Meetings

By herachoi

Yes — we know what HUONE is not. We’re not an office provider. We don’t rent out desks or fixed spaces. HUONE is a full-service meeting and events venue company. We specialize in creative, bookable rooms for business events, offsites, workshops, trainings, and team days — spaces that deliver value beyond the everyday. That’s why … Continued

Hybrid Meetings: Convenient for All, Effective for None?

By herachoi

At HUONE, we live and breathe business meetings and events. We’ve seen the meeting culture shift dramatically post-pandemic — and we’re not here to say hybrid meetings don’t have their place. They do. Flexibility, accessibility, and cost-efficiency are valid reasons to embrace remote participation. But here’s the uncomfortable truth: many hybrid meetings are simply not … Continued

What Keeps Us Up the Night Before an Event or Meeting?

By herachoi

Lately, I’ve been reflecting on something I think many in the event industry — or even our customers — will relate to. It comes from a recent coaching moment with one of our event coordinators. She’s been doing well, but like any true professional, she cares deeply about her work, sometimes maybe too deeply. We … Continued