Google Is Building in Kajaani, Muhos and Vaala: Secure Housing for Your Workforce Before Demand Peaks

When tens or even hundreds of installers, engineers and contractors arrive in Finland, suitable housing can quickly become scarce. Kotimaailma arranges fully furnished apartments for entire project teams in over 70 locations across Finland, with one agreement and one dedicated point of contact.

At a Glance

• What: Fully furnished workforce and project housing for companies bringing employees to Finland.
• Who: Contractors and project teams working on data center, energy, industrial, infrastructure and construction projects.
• Where: Over 70 locations across Finland, including smaller towns close to project sites, such as Hamina, Kajaani, Muhos and Vaala.
• When to Book: As soon as you have an estimated workforce size and a preliminary project schedule. Exact figures are not required.
• How: One housing partner, one agreement and one dedicated point of contact throughout the project.

Well-Planned Workforce Housing Is the Foundation of a Successful Project

Finland is currently attracting an exceptional level of international investment in data centers, energy, industry, infrastructure and construction. Every project needs skilled workers, and every worker needs a place to stay.

One of the most significant examples is Google. In September 2026, the company announced plans to invest at least €13 billion in digital infrastructure in Finland during 2027–2028. The plans include:

• Expansion of its existing data center in Hamina
• A new data center in Kajaani
• A new data center in Muhos
• A new data center in Vaala

Different construction phases require construction professionals, electrical and building services specialists, installers, engineers, contractors, subcontractors and project managers. Many of these professionals arrive from other European countries and stay in the area throughout their assignments.

In smaller towns, hotel capacity is limited. When several contractors are looking for housing in the same area at the same time, companies that plan ahead have a better chance of securing suitable options close to their project sites.

Where Can You Find Workforce Housing in Finland?

Kotimaailma offers fully furnished apartments in over 70 locations across Finland. Housing options are identified based on the actual location of the project site, rather than being limited to major cities.

For data center developments and other large construction projects, housing can be arranged in locations such as:

Region / Project	Locations
Google data center projects	Hamina, Kajaani, Muhos, Vaala
Uusimaa	Espoo, Kirkkonummi, Vihti, Mäntsälä
Eastern and Southeastern Finland	Lappeenranta, Mikkeli, Kouvola
Western and Northern Finland	Vaasa, Seinäjoki, Oulu

 

Not all housing options suitable for large projects are listed in our online booking system. If your project is located elsewhere, simply share the location with our Corporate Sales Team, and we will explore suitable housing options as close to your project site as possible.

For more information about housing solutions for data center projects, visit our Data Center Housing page.

How Early Should You Arrange Workforce Housing?

As early as possible, ideally as soon as you have an approximate number of employees and an estimated arrival date.

Early planning is particularly important when:

• Your project may involve hundreds of workers.
• The project site is located outside a major city.
• Employees need to stay close to the worksite.
• Several contractors are arriving in the area simultaneously.
• The project will continue for months or even years.
• Workforce numbers will change during different project phases.

Getting in touch early allows more time to assess housing availability and develop a solution that can adapt as your project progresses.

Why Is One Housing Partner Easier Than Managing Ten?

When a project spans multiple locations, schedules change and employees arrive from different countries, managing housing can quickly become a project of its own.

Instead of coordinating separate hotels, apartments and local landlords, Kotimaailma helps companies manage workforce housing through one centralised partner.

One Point of Contact. One Agreement. One Coordinated Housing Solution.

What Information Do You Need to Request a Quote?

Just five details are enough to get started:

1. Project location
2. Number of employees requiring housing
3. Expected employee arrival dates
4. Estimated duration of stay
5. Expected changes in workforce numbers during the project

Preliminary estimates are sufficient. Our Corporate Sales Team can use this information to begin exploring suitable housing options for your project.

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