Atelier Nýp

Part of Bua’s broader redevelopment of this former farm complex in western Iceland, the atelier adds an artist’s workspace and guest suite. Sensitive to the extreme climate as well as cost and time implications, the new structure was built upon an existing foundation from CLT, concrete and corrugated steel. Its strong yet graceful elevations echo the distinct tilt of the nearby mountain. The modest footprint belies its capacious interiority, now accommodating a studio, study and sleeping loft within a double height volume. A reclaimed staircase and kitchen unit add a homely emotion.

A small, modern black house with a pitched roof stands in a grassy landscape with a view of a lake or ocean and distant hills. The sun is low in the sky, creating a warm glow. A design by London-based Studio Bua

A room with sloped ceilings and light-colored wood paneling features a workspace with a desk and chair on one side, and a bed with a brown blanket on the other. A skylight and a window provide natural light. A partial wall separates the two areas.

A modern black cabin with vertical ribbed siding stands in a gravel clearing with a large, rocky mountain in the background. A greenhouse is partially visible behind the cabin. The scene is lit by warm, late-day sunlight.

A contemporary building with a dark facade and pitched roof is situated in a field of tall, golden grasses. A single, small window is visible on the side of the building. The sky is clear and blue.

A detailed view of a building's exterior with black ribbed metal walls and a black door. Green, thin plants grow in front of the building. A gravel surface is visible at the base of the wall.

A modern black cabin with a pitched roof and ribbed siding stands in a gravel clearing with a large greenhouse to the left. The cabin features a small window on the upper level and a door and window on the lower level. A mountain valley is visible in the background. A project by London-based Studio Bua.

A contemporary building with a dark facade and pitched roof is situated in a field of tall, dry grasses. A water view and distant hills are visible in the background. Trees and plants are in the foreground. The sky is clear and blue. A project by London-based Studio Bua

An interior room features a small kitchen area with white and distressed blue cabinets, a sink, and a mini-fridge. A window overlooks a green outdoor area. A wooden staircase with distressed paint is visible in the foreground, along with a black metal wheel and a desk. The room has light-colored wood paneling and a concrete floor.

An interior room with light-colored walls and a concrete floor features a wooden staircase leading to a loft space. A black printing press sits on a table with wheels. A black door is visible, and a decorative object hangs on the wall. A black chair with a patterned throw is on the left.

A modern black cabin with vertical ribbed siding and a pitched roof stands in a gravel clearing with a large, rocky mountain in the background. A greenhouse with a metal frame and translucent panels is partially visible to the left. The scene is bathed in warm, late-day sunlight. A project by London-based Studio Bua.

A gravel driveway leads to two modern black buildings with pitched roofs, including Guesthouse Nýp. A greenhouse with a metal frame and translucent panels is visible to the left. A mountain valley with rocky slopes is visible in the background. The sky is clear and blue.

Nine carved wooden bird figurines of various sizes and colors are arranged on a white windowsill. A dark cylindrical object with a light-colored top and a piece of driftwood are also present. A blurred green landscape is visible through the window.