Minimalist Summerhouse In Iceland With Gorgeous Views

This minimalist house is located in Iceland and is aimed at enjoying natural beauty of the landscape and get a rest from big cities

This minimalist house is located in Iceland and is aimed at enjoying natural beauty of the landscape and get a rest from big cities

If you feel introversive and want to relax somewhere far from the big cities and people, this summerhouse by Gláma Kím in Iceland will strike you: Icelandic nature is a totally a jaw-dropping thing and the location of this home is right what you need to escape.

The house stands on a ridge by a deep and rugged gulley, surrounded by awe-inspiring scenery; a panoramic view over a lake towards a distant mountain range in the north, a steep rock face beyond the gulley to the east, and diverse mountain ranges to the south and west. The design aim was to frame the vistas from both inside and outside the house. The form and positioning of outdoor spaces also optimizes sun and shelter.

The building consists of three rectangular structures, arranged around a south-facing outdoor space. The central block houses the kitchen and living room. It is cast in black visual concrete, with large recessed windows to the north and south. It connects two cedar wood clad wings that contain the sleeping quarters and guest accommodation.

The inner decor is minimalist, it’s done with stone, concrete, light-colored wood, leather and glass. The simplicity and minimalism is aimed at highlighting the stunning views and not to distract attention from them. Get inspired to escape from everyone!

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The house features extensive glazing and is positioned to catch maximum of the views

The house features extensive glazing and is positioned to catch maximum of the views

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There are some outdoor spaces that are also placed to catch the views and enjoy sunlight

There are some outdoor spaces that are also placed to catch the views and enjoy sunlight

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The main space is an open layout with a living room, dining room and a kitchen

The main space is an open layout with a living room, dining room and a kitchen

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Here you may see a concrete built-in fireplace with firewood storage and comfy grey felt furniture

Here you may see a concrete built-in fireplace with firewood storage and comfy grey felt furniture

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Stone and metal plus glass are widely used in inner decor to make the space minimalist and not to distract attention from the views

Stone and metal plus glass are widely used in inner decor to make the space minimalist and not to distract attention from the views

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The kitchen is done with light-colored wood and black tabletops for a chic contrasting look

The kitchen is done with light-colored wood and black tabletops for a chic contrasting look

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Stunning natural views are amazing and can be seen from every point of the house

Stunning natural views are amazing and can be seen from every point of the house

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The dining space is done with black leather chairs and a light-colored wooden table and look at those views

The dining space is done with black leather chairs and a light-colored wooden table and look at those views

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The master bedroom is done with an upholstered bed and a sleek grey headboard with built-in nightstands

The master bedroom is done with an upholstered bed and a sleek grey headboard with built-in nightstands

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The outdoor spaces feature amazing views, too

The outdoor spaces feature amazing views, too

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Escape from everyone and enjoy peaceful landscapes of Iceland

Escape from everyone and enjoy peaceful landscapes of Iceland

Source: nannespringer