Article source: ARKÍS architects

The water retention tank is surrounded by a reflective pool, where it stands on top of a hill overlooking the town of Egilsstadir.  The tank is clad in Cor-Ten steel, with a larch outer layer which adds depth and ever-changing shadow effects to the steel surface.

Exterior View

• Architect: ARKÍS architects
• Name of Project: Selhaed Water Retention Tank
• Location: Egilsstadir, Iceland
• Completion: 2008
• Size in square meters: 725

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