Selected Works · 2024

Monolith House

Location Iceland
Area 480 sqm
Year 2024
Type Residential

A dark concrete mass rising from the volcanic Icelandic landscape, Monolith House stands as a silent testament to nature's raw elements.

Designed to withstand severe subarctic wind and snow, Monolith House features high-density dyed black concrete walls that blend into the ancient lava fields. The solid structure is punctured by small light wells and a massive double-height glazing facing the southern skyline.

Internally, the structure feels like a warm cave. Polished basalt floors, dark stained oak walls, and a large central stone fireplace create a sheltered sanctuary from the harsh winds of the Icelandic plains.

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