Navigator
When you step into Zhèn, you enter a different world. Classic colors and unique interior details come together in an environment that echoes the elegance of yesteryears and the twists of the world. Welcome to Navigator House.
The History of Navigator House
It was the year 1905 in Helsinki. The citizens of Helsinki were treated to the newly completed Navigatortalon, a masterpiece of Jugend style designed by Harald Neovius. The Finnish Steamship Company operated within the building for the next 50 years. Many sea voyages and trade agreements were planned within these walls, and more than a few glasses were raised at the bar in their honor. The latest chapter in the rich history of the building is being written in Zhèn’s kitchen.
The history of the building in the maritime world aligns with Zhèn, as water is one of the five elements in feng shui. Water is traditionally associated with good energy, new opportunities, and success.
- The building, designed by Harald Neovius, was completed in 1905.
- It served as a business hub for shipping companies and shipowners.
- In the 1920s, it underwent changes designed by David Frölander-Ulf.
- Finland’s first Chinese fine dining restaurant opened in 2021.