Höfði, Art Nouveau villa in Reykjavík, Iceland
The white wooden Höfði house stands near the coast, featuring decorative details, ornate woodwork, and large windows overlooking Faxaflói Bay.
Built in 1909 for French consul Jean-Paul Brillouin, the house later hosted the 1986 summit between Ronald Reagan and Mikhail Gorbachev during the Cold War.
Many notable figures, including Winston Churchill and poet Einar Benediktsson, spent time within the walls of this Norwegian-designed diplomatic residence.
The City of Reykjavík owns the building, which now functions as a venue for municipal receptions and diplomatic meetings throughout the year.
Local tales mention a ghost known as The White Lady, who reportedly inhabits the house, making it a subject of supernatural interest.
Location: Reykjavík
Inception: 1909
Architectural style: Jugendstil
GPS coordinates: 64.14634,-21.90656
Latest update: May 11, 2025 16:31
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