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Stories about thriving neighborhoods
Restoring a worn leather sofa
#SATOideasLeather is in a class of its own as a furniture material due to its durability. Even worn leather can gain new value when it's restored!
Read moreBiodiversity roadmap for neighbourhoods where both people and critters thrive
What does the promotion of biodiversity mean in practice, and how can it be seen in the everyday lives of rental apartment residents?
What to do when a dog barks in an apartment building?
Many dogs now live in apartment buildings, bringing joy not only to their owners but also to neighbors. Here's what to do if your furry friend barks when alone or if constant howling is heard from a neighbor.
Summer jobs at SATO: When the house expert is on holiday, the summer house expert takes care of the job
“There’s been times when you don’t necessarily know what to do, but the team here at SATO is so excellent that you can always ask for help.”
Everyday tip: Clean the oven with baking soda
#SATOideasWhat should one do today? Perhaps you could clean the oven? Food cooked in a clean oven won't have unexpected aftertastes, and cleaning is eco-friendly with baking soda and vinegar.
Read moreHomes for international talent based on decades of experience
Relocation and immigration service provider Finland Relocation Services has cooperated with SATO for almost three decades. Thanks to that, many international professionals have quickly found a suitable home.
Dress up your bite-sized home for the holidays
Take a read on the budget friendly holiday time design ideas of Riikka DiTolla, an aspiring interior designer. Here she focuses on decorating studios and one bedroom apartments.
Christmas time checklist
A classic Christmas checklist to help you with the year-end hustle and bustle, here you go.
How to store car tires
Is the stress building up about where and how to store car tires in a rental apartment? Read our tips and take note of them
Safe and secure housing in a rental home
A safe home is created through a combination of responsibility, calm, and prevention - technically speaking. Safety, of course, involves much more, but in this article, you will find practical tips for secure rental housing.
One worry less: 6 tips to take care of fire safety
Ilpo Leino from SPEK lays out the facts about the fire safety of your rental apartment and how to make it better.
Interior ideas for a cat home: Pretty and practical
We assembled some easy and fun decorating tips for a home shared by a cat and their hooman. Take a read and get inspired.
Meet Fanny - Soukka's customer service superstar
SATO's Soukka area Service Manager Fanny Salo is a familiar figure in the neighborhood. Customer service oriented professional shares her workday with you.
This international shared home is filled with laughter and whimsical theme parties
Aparna, Laura and Jamie are roommates enjoying each others' company and fun theme parties. Take a read on their life in Ruoholahti, Helsinki.