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Beacon Of Hverfjall, | International Design Awards Winners

Beacon Of Hverfjall

UniversitySavannah College of Art and Design

Lead DesignersSCAD Student

Design TeamAna Krekman, Anline Milito, Allyson Moncada, Hazen Soucy

Project LocationMývatn, Iceland

Prize(s)Bronze in Architecture Categories / Commercial Building

Entry Description

Emerging from the dark horizon of the Mytvatn region of Iceland, the Beacon of Hverfjall, seeks to combine the traditional Icelandic landscape with local materiality. Addressing the client’s request to transform the visitor center into a place to rest, the design allows visitors to recharge and take in the view while enjoying a warm cup of coffee. The design creates a structure that captures the attention of hikers coming to and from the volcano. Interior and exterior circulation parallel with the building emerging from the site establishes a unique traversal experience.