Ráðhús Reykjavíkur, City hall at Lake Tjörnin, Reykjavík, Iceland
Ráðhús Reykjavíkur is the city hall of Reykjavík and stands on concrete pillars over Lake Tjörnin, creating a visual bridge between the building and the water below. The structure houses administrative offices, a tourist information center, and public spaces for exhibitions and community activities across its levels.
The building was designed and constructed by the architectural firm Studio Granda between 1987 and 1992, using visible concrete construction methods. The project marked a turning point in Icelandic architecture and became a symbol of modern municipal administration in the city.
The ground floor contains Tjarnarsalur, a public space that regularly hosts art exhibitions, concerts, and local cultural events for the community. This area serves as a gathering place where visitors can experience the creative activities that bring people together throughout the year.
The information center inside the building offers guidance about accommodations and local activities during daytime hours. The location directly on the lake makes it easy to find and accessible from many parts of the city.
The building houses a geographic model of Iceland measuring 76.4 square meters (822 square feet), constructed from 106 layers of corrugated cardboard following precise topographic measurements. This detailed representation allows visitors to grasp the country's geography in a tangible and visual way.
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