Discovery Blog
Sharing curiosities, discoveries, and design from personal and family travels.
Geothermal Energy Museum in Iceland
At the actual core of Iceland is buried treasure - I’m not talking about Lannister gold. Iceland’s treasure is clean and renewable geothermal energy. The Geothermal Energy Exhibit at the Hellisheiði Power Plant is very unique and tells a wonderful story of the industrial and sustainable energy efforts of Iceland.
Pool with the ‘Coolest’ View
The Icelandic Grettis Saga inspired this design by BASALT Architects in 2010. The saga describes how the longtime outlaw Grettir swam to the island of Drangey with his brother, fleeing their enemies on the main land. This eternity pool blurs the edge of the shore for the swimmer so you feel as though you are swimming in the ocean. You can feel the cold wind over the waters surface but unlike Grettir’s swim, the warm water compensates for the cold chill. You can enjoy the northern fjords from the geothermally warmed swimming pool and hot tub.
Discovering the Unexpected
In my travels to rural towns across the world, I sometimes discover beautiful pieces of architecture, hidden from typical travel paths. These structures are resilient and durable. They belong to the community and reflect its culture and history. They are a delightful moments in the midst of a rugged routine environment.
Saxhóll Crater Stairway, Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Iceland - Landscape Architect, Þráinn Hauksson