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Visitor´s Center – “SNÆFELLSTOFA”

Snæfellsstofa Visitor Center communicates the dignity of the surrounding nature and is closely connected to its immediate surroundings. It attracts visitors to its unique appearance and simultaneously works as an attractor for indoor and outdoor activities. The building is divided into three parts so that it can be utilized in different ways, depending on the season. The visitor center is placed on the site at the location of a pronounced change in elevation, so that the building gently glides over the terrain. The location is selected to ensure shelter from winds, ample daylight and mountain views.

The marriage between the building and the landscape (Images Courtesy SigurgeirSigurjónsson)

• Architect: ARKÍS ARCHITECTS – Birgir Teitsson architect faí, Arnar Þór Jónsson architect faí, Lárus Guðmundsson architect faí.
• Project title: Snaefellsstofa, Vistitor Center
• Location: Skriduklaustur í Fljótsdal
• Construction dates: June 2010
• Area: 750 m2
• Function: Visitor Center, visitor information center, tourist information center
• Owner/Customer: Vatnajökulsþjóðgarður – Vatnajökull galcier
• Photographer: SigurgeirSigurjónsson, Birgir Teitsson and Arnar Þór Jónsson

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