Location: Húsavík, Iceland
Year: 2009 –
Status: Ongoing
Program: Bathing facilities
Client: Private
The Geothermal seawater-baths are located above Húsavík on Húsavíkurhöfði. The goal of the project is to underscore and strengthen local characteristics, thus the building´s form and materiality should reflect its surroundings. Emphasis will be placed on stunning views and maintaining the tranquility of the site through simple, respectful architecture.
Architecture design: Basalt Architects
Interior design: Basalt Architects
Design team: Ari Þorleifsson, Guðjón Kjartansson, Hildigunnur Sverrisdóttir, Marcos Zotes, Rut Sigurmonsdóttir, Sigríður Sigþórsdóttir.
Engineering: Verkís