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Basalt Architects create geothermal Forest Lagoon in the wilds of Iceland
by Megan Whitby | 23 Feb 2022
A new geothermal forest spa called Forest Lagoon will launch in April near Akureyri, in Northern Iceland, with design by Basalt Architects – the creative driving force behind Iceland’s iconic Blue Lagoon. The story behind Forest Lagoon began in 2014 when workers digging inside the Vaðlaheiðargöng heath – for an unrelated project – discovered a geothermal hot water spring. This water source will serve as the beating heart of the
Halldór Eiríksson echoes Iceland's dramatic landscape in new Sky Lagoon
by Megan Whitby | 06 May 2021
Icelandic attractions and hospitality brand, Pursuit, has launched Sky Lagoon, a restorative geothermal retreat just outside Reykjavik, situated against the striking backdrop of the North Atlantic Ocean. The new retreat is a competitor to the world-famous Blue Lagoon, which is located a 10-minute drive away. Features of the geothermal Sky Lagoon include an ocean-side 75-metre, (246 ft), infinity-edge pool showcasing expansive ocean and sky views, a sauna with Iceland’s largest
Wilkinson Eyre design giant biome attraction for Reykjavik, Iceland
by Liz Terry | 23 Jul 2019
Architects Wilkinson Eyre are to create a new visitor attraction in the form of a massive biome complex, near Reykjavik. The Aldin Biomes have just received planning permission and when complete, will showcase a tropical environment and local food production methods, as well as a range of wellness offerings, including barfus walks and yoga. The 48,000sq ft structures, designed for client Spor í sandinn, have been conceived as a major
The Retreat at Blue Lagoon Iceland now open
by Jane Kitchen | 04 Apr 2018
The Blue Lagoon in Iceland, one of the 25 Wonders of the World, has undergone a significant expansion with the opening of its first luxury opening, the Retreat at Blue Lagoon Iceland. A four-year endeavour, the Retreat is the result of a partnership between Blue Lagoon; Basalt Architects, the firm that designed the complex and made significant contributions to its interior design; and Design Group Italia, the agency that conceived
Glacier spa to take guests on a journey through Icelandic myths of monsters and men
by Kim Megson | 01 Nov 2017
Tales of trolls, elves, monsters and invisible men roaming Iceland’s majestic volcanic landscape have inspired the design of a proposed spa and wellness retreat located next to a geothermal lagoon. Architecture practice Johannes Torpe Studio have drawn on the mysterious topography of caves, craters and moss-covered lava fields found in the Snæfellsness peninsula to devise a spa that will be soaked in mythology, storytelling and nature. The region is home
Subterranean spa and a ‘concourse of lava’: details revealed for Iceland’s Blue Lagoon expansion
by Jane Kitchen | 05 Apr 2017
This autumn, the famed Blue Lagoon in Iceland will open a subterranean spa, a 62-bedroom luxury hotel and a restaurant celebrating the country’s culinary heritage, all designed by Reykjavik-based Basalt Architects. Blue Lagoon managing director Dagný Pétursdóttir called this is an “important milestone.” “We are evolving and expanding our horizons,” said Pétursdóttir. “Our foundation is the unique geothermal seawater, our stunning environment, and the commitment of our employees to provide
Hilton launches new lifestyle hotel brand Canopy with art-filled Reykjavik property
by Kim Megson | 23 May 2016
Hilton Worldwide has launched a new lifestyle hotel brand and plans to open the first property in Reykjavik, Iceland next month. Canopy by Hilton – a joint venture between Hilton and real estate firms The Buccini/Pollin Group and Federal Realty – will lend its name to a series of hotels opening across Europe and the US in the next two years. Canopy hotels will provide “unique and local experiences” by
Marriott and Ian Schrager to take Edition brand to Iceland with design by Mannvit and T.ark architects
by Tom Walker | 28 Sep 2015
Hotel giant Marriott International is to expand its partnership with hotel pioneer Ian Schrager with the opening of the group’s first hotel in Iceland. To be operated under the luxury lifestyle brand Edition, the 250-bedroom property in the capital Reykjavik will be located on the city's waterfront adjacent to Harpa – the country’s premier concert hall. Engineering firm Mannvit and T.ark architects have been contracted for the engineering, design and
Iceland's man-made IceCave opens to the public
by Tom Anstey | 02 Jun 2015
One of the largest man-made ice structures in the world has opened inside Iceland’s Langjökull Glacier in the shape of IceCave – a development designed for visitors to see the naturally occurring blue ice phenomenon. Backed by leading pension fund investors and the Icelandair Group, the network of man-made tunnels stretches back as far as 300m (984ft) into the solid ice glacier – the second-largest in Iceland – and a
Exclusive: Blue Lagoon, Iceland, to undergo €40m expansion led by Basalt Architects
by Katie Barnes | 06 May 2015
The world-famous Blue Lagoon geothermal destination spa in Iceland has revealed exclusively to CLAD that it’s investing €40m in an expansion and redesign project. Sigridur Sigthorsdottir of Basalt Architects will lead the project, which is due for completion in 2017. She’s been the architect at Blue Lagoon for almost 20 years and her work in harmonising the man-made and natural environment has received international acclaim. A new thermal bathing pool,
Iceland’s Langjökull IceCave will debut in May
by Tom Anstey | 13 Jan 2015
A new visitor attraction will launch later this year in Iceland in the shape of IceCave – a network of man-made tunnels and spaces running inside the Langjökull Glacier. IceCave will be one of the largest man-made structures in the world, stretching 300m (984ft) back into the glacier and a further 30m (98ft) below the surface. In the works since 2010, the US$2.5m (E2.1m, £1.6m) development will allow visitors to
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