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Lighting design by Ægisgarður.
These are six sales cottages at Ægisgarður for which Verkís’ lighting team was responsible for designing the lighting.
Project overview
The sales cottages are leased out by Faxaflóahafnir to companies in the tourism industry, and there is another cluster of sales and service buildings at Vesturbugt at the old harbour. The sales cottages are connected by wooden platforms with benches and storage sheds for all kinds of equipment.
The lighting was designed as a cohesive whole and carefully planned. Particular efforts were made so the lighting inside would have a positive effect on the appearance of the buildings. The street lighting was also specially designed so as not to draw attention away from the cottages, but at the same time fulfills all requirements regarding lighting.
Verkís’ lighting team received a “Gold” award from the Built Back Better Awards for the design of all the lighting for the sales cottages at Ægisgarður.
The Challenge
Ægisgarður required a lighting solution that would enhance the visitor experience while preserving the character of the Old Harbour. The challenge was to create a cohesive lighting concept that highlighted the sales cottages, provided safe public spaces and complemented the surrounding waterfront environment without dominating it.
Our Solution
Verkís designed the complete lighting scheme for the six sales cottages and their surrounding public spaces. The design carefully balanced interior and exterior lighting, integrating street lighting, pedestrian areas and shared spaces into a unified concept that met functional lighting requirements while reinforcing the architectural character of the development.
The Result
The completed lighting design creates a welcoming and visually cohesive destination that enhances both the daytime and evening experience at Ægisgarður. Recognized with a Gold Award at the Built Back Better Awards, the project demonstrates how thoughtful lighting design can strengthen public spaces, support local businesses and enhance the identity of urban waterfront environments.
Technical information
Location:
The Old Harbour in Reykjavík
Project period:
2021
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