BUILD Q3 2018

Q3 2018 Build 25 Despite the irregular shape, the building is a fully functional family house. It has a large living room with a great view, an open kitchen, a master bed- room and three smaller bedrooms, and of course all necessary supporting rooms, such as bathrooms, washing, storage and garage. There is a large terrace to the south, where one can enjoy the close contact to the nature, and if the weather is too cold, there is a large hot tub, filled with natural geothermal water. The main structure is made of concrete, which is sometimes exposed, but otherwise clad with Corten steel. The remaining surfaces are of clear glass, as is the balustrade around the balcony. The choice of materials also symbolises the forces of nature. The exposed concrete, with its cool appearance, reminds us of the ice, while the Corten steel has a warm colour similar to flowing lava, and both subsequently communicate very well with the Icelandic nature. The concrete is similar to the basalt rocks it is made of, and the Corten steel is reflected in the brown and red colours of the moss and the heater. Overall, with an eye on the future, the firm’s mission and view on architec- ture and design, is perhaps best described as pluralistic. For each project, the site and the functions are different and it is Arkitektastofan OG’s belief that no single trend in forms or aesthetics is suitable for all of them. As such, the firm’s design process aims to capture the essence of the place and functions, giving a different result each time. Ultimately, thanks to its wide range of experience, from large scale projects such as power plants to furniture and small design objects, Arkitektasto- fan OG are able to offer more comprehensive services than most other companies, and moving forward the firm will continue to build upon this expertise to grow even further and support a wider range of clients. Company: Arkitektastofan OG ehf Contact: Sigurdur Gustafsson Address: Sidumuli 28, 108 Reykjavík, Iceland Phone: 00354 562 6833 Website: www.arkitektastofan.is