Vacation Home
Vacation Home Perfectly Blended In with Nature in Iceland
By Gabriela Vatu • Mar 22, 2021
Perfectly nestled in the hills of Selfoss, Iceland, this holiday home is breathtaking. Private, environmentally-friendly, masterfully blended in with the surroundings, this home is inspiring.
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- Magnificent views from the living area
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- Hidden in the hills
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- Minimalistic and chic furniture
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- Environmentally-friendly, this house slopes with the hill.
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- The perfect spot to relax with a book
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- Wood panneling integrates with the surrounding
Built in 2020 following plans by architects from Krads, this beautiful home covers 170 square meters. The home uses lots of wood and other natural materials as it seeks to take nothing away from the magnificent views of Lake Þingvallavatn.
Not only does the home use lots of wood paneling, but the roofs are also covered in local greeneries and moss.
Architects were careful to follow the local landscape, creating the house’s concrete foundation in three staggered planes that seek to imitate nature. This creates the wonderful slopes of the home in tandem with the hill.
The home’s insides are also filled with wooden paneling – on the walls, on the ceiling, and on there’s wood present in the floors too. Plus, the furniture perfectly blends it all together – simple, yet efficient.
In the living area, you can even take a dip while you take in the wonderful views of the lake.
This hallway also features a huge window which alows us to look into the terrace that overlooks mountains Jórutindur and Hátindur.
From higher up, you once more enjoy the view of the lake while relaxing with a cup of coffee or tea.
The living area is also breathtaking, while the muted colors of the furniture make it so nothing detracts from the floor to ceiling windows and the view it offers.
This may be a vacation home, but it could very well be one that you do not with to ever put an end to. The landscape was preserved as pristine as possible, making room for the home without disturibing the surroundings. Since you can easily stand on the roof here, it’s easy to see how architecture can be done right to allow the perfect balance between the needs of humans and those of nature.
Photographs Credit: Marino Thorlacius
510 Cabin by Hunter Leggitt Studio
By Jessica • May 31, 2015
510 Cabin is a private home located in Wofford Heights, California, USA.
The 1,090-square-foot home was designed by Hunter Leggitt Studio in 2012.
Delta House by Bernardes Arquitetura
By admin • Mar 5, 2015
The Delta House is a contemporary seaside vacation home designed by Bernardes Arquitetura.
Completed in 2013, it is located in Guarujá, a municipality in the São Paulo state of Brazil.
North Pamet Ridge House by Hammer Architects
By admin • Feb 24, 2015
Completed in 2014, North Pamet Ridge House is a two story vacation home designed by Hammer Architects.
It is located in Truro, a summer vacation community in Massachusetts, USA.
Long Dune Residence by Hammer Architects
By admin • Feb 3, 2015
Completed in 2014, Long Dune Residence is a contemporary residence designed by Hammer Architects.
It is located in Truro, a summer vacation community in Massachusetts, USA.
Prospector Residence by Marmol Radziner
By admin • Jan 4, 2015 • Selected Work
Prospector Residence is a three story modern home completed by Marmol Radziner.
It is located in Sun Valley, a resort city in central Idaho, USA.
Off-grid itHouse by Taalman Koch
By Jessica • Dec 2, 2014
Off-grid itHouse is a vacation home located in Pioneertown, California, USA, and designed by Tallman Koch.
The home has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, and is surrounded by a vast rocky landscape.
Venus Bay Bach by MRTN Architects
By Magaly • Jun 21, 2014
Venus Bay Bach is a vacation home designed by MRTN Architects.
It is located in Venus Bay, Victoria, Australia, and has a vibrant and playful interior.
Brushytop House by John Grable Architects
By admin • Jun 12, 2014
Brushytop House is a project designed by San Antonio-based studio John Grable Architects.
Completed in 2013, this weekend getaway cabin is located in Blanco, a small city in Texas, USA.
DT Puerto Roldán House by VismaraCorsi Arquitectos
By admin • May 28, 2014
DT Puerto Roldán House is a contemporary vacation home designed by VismaraCorsi Arquitectos.
Completed in 2010, it is located in Roldán, a small city in the province of Santa Fe, Argentina.
Summer Villa III by Haroma & Partners
By admin • Apr 13, 2014
Finnish studio Haroma & Partners designed the Summer Villa III project.
This modern vacation home is located in Merimasku, a former municipality of Finland.
Vacation House in Timrarö by Sandell Sandberg
By Jessica • Dec 20, 2013
These vacation houses are located in Timrarö, Sweden.
The project was completed in 2012 by Sandell Sandberg.
Currimundi Beach House by Loucas Zahos Architects
By Sophie • Aug 17, 2013
This contemporary vacation home is a 2012 project by Loucas Zahos Architects that is located in Currimundi Beach, Australia.
It serves as a place to escape everyday stresses and enjoy a carefree beachfront lifestyle.
Fidar Beach House by Raed Abillama Architects
By Sophie • Jun 16, 2013
This 2011 project was created by Raed Abillama Architects and is located in Fidar, Jbeil, Lebanon.
It is a modern, beachfront vacation residence designed to accommodate a family of five and up to three guests.
Burton Residence by Marmol Radziner
By Sophie • Jun 13, 2013
Burton Residence is a modern project by Marmol Radziner that is located in Mendocino County, California, USA.
It was designed to be an unobtrusive addition to the natural beauty of the environment.
G house by Lode Architecture
By Sophie • May 19, 2013 • Selected Work
This 2011 project is a contemporary vacation residence by Lode Architecture that is located in Normandy, France.
The architects took a minimalist approach to the design, creating a comfortable yet efficient retreat.
L House by Florian Busch Architects
By Sophie • Apr 27, 2013
This modern resort home in Niseko, Hokkaido, Japan is a 2012 project by Florian Busch Architects.
The minimalist design highlights the stunning views of Mount Yotei and the underlying valley.
