Natural Elements — The Architecture of Arkís Architects

We are happy to announce the new publication. Natural Elements – The Architecture of Arkis Architects.

Arkís Architects is an Icelandic architecture studio based in Reykjavík. Their
Nordic humanist architecture is characterized by local conditions and international
influences, and their focus is on creating sustainable design firmly
rooted in the Icelandic tradition and landscape. Founded in 1997, the studio
is one of the largest architecture firms in Iceland, and has created significant
works both in Iceland and abroad.

Arkís strives to create architecture that stems from and resonates with the
magnificent Icelandic landscape. This means that their buildings help tying
things together, rather than stand out as individual objects. In Arkís buildings,
there is thus a clear link with Nordic tradition in terms of them being determined
by a combination of context and function. They base their work on the
affordances of the sites and design their buildings in accordance with the brief.

This book presents a selection of their most important projects, such as
Reykjavík University, Apotek Hotel, and Snæfellsstofa Visitor Centre.
It also includes texts by Sigríður Magnúsdóttir, Atli Magnus Seelow and
Livio Dimitriu, as well as an interview with representatives of the studio by
the editor Tomas Lauri.

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