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Architecture Tryggvi Thorsteinsson, Minarc
The abandoned building was acquired in 2011 and—with the assistance of Santa Monica-based design studio Minarc—renovated, with a wing also added. The new elements of the structure were built using a panelized building system that exceeds environmentally safe building standards. The hotel’s position atop a series of pillars causes it to dramatically jut out of the slopes of Mount Hengill.
Interior design Erla Dogg Ingjaldsdottir, Minarc
Bolstering the hotel’s mood as a secluded retreat are driftwood and other natural materials from the surrounding area. Fairtrade organic linens and wooden flooring are found in all accommodations, where the sustainable ethos of the hotel is also realized via water-saving shower systems and beds and chairs made from recycled materials.
The Originals Sigurlaug Sverrisdóttir
Food & Drink Strange lights in the sky
Spa One with the elements
Eco Ecologically chic
The hotel earned its eco-friendly badge thanks to its low carbon footprint, water-saving showers, organic fairtrade bedding, and furniture constructed of sustainable materials. A line of bath products made with Icelandic herbs adds a note of refined localism.
Mountain Fire and ice
an active volcano, over a mossy green lava field, with a dramatic view of Lake Thingvallavatn and the mountains surrounding the lake.
Sustainability Keeping an eye on our Conscious Hotel Principles
Prefabricated concrete blocks were used during construction to cause limited harm to the environment. Local workers, materials, products, and businesses were called upon.
As a lot of water is used in the spa, the hotel installed one of the most sustainable systems to clean and reuse water. After several layers of cleaning, all greywater is filtered through lava to be reused in 50 years.
As all energy is provided by the local geothermal energy provider, Ion is certified as a green energy hotel.
All hot water comes from the ground via geothermal springs.
All products for the restaurant and hotel are sourced from local businesses.
As the hotel is so remote, the hotel supports locals by purchasing products and services from surrounding farms and other businesses.
For the adventure tours, the hotel works with selected operators that support green energy. The hotel encourages outdoor activities such as hiking, fly fishing, and more.
Electrical charging stations are located at the hotel.
Employees have the opportunity to participate in sustainable activities and education. They are invited to experience local activities and volunteering efforts, including supporting the local rescue team and biking to plant trees.
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Design
Erla Dögg Ingjaldsdóttir and Tryggvi Thorsteinsson’s award-winning studio derives inspiration from the unassuming, almost austere beauty and otherworldly natural features of their native Iceland—the land of fire and ice.
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