Reciprocity: The Shaping of a Capital City

As further evidence that infrastructure is the new Bilbao, Reykjavik has just concluded a competition for the planning of Vatnsmyri.

Vatnsmyri Winning Entry Elevation Collage
Courtesy of WAN.

The aim of the competition was to maximize the opportunity offered by Vatnsmýri to consolidate and strengthen the city of Reykjavik for the 21st century… The winning proposal is premised on the need for the city of Reykjavik to strengthen its identity and reputation in order to globally compete for business and tourism.

- World Architecture News


This project aims to address the requirements of the competition through a strengthening of the urban grid, direct connectivity, and the integration of natural landscapes.

Vatnsmyri Winning Entry Plan
Courtesy of WAN.

Vatnsmyri Winning Entry Landscape
Courtesy of WAN.

The winning entry Reciporicity: The Shaping of a Capital City by Graeme Massie Architects via WAN.

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