harp

icon-locationAusturbakki 2, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland
The Harpa is an iconic architectural masterpiece for the Icelandic capital, Reykjavik. The design of the building is inspired by the natural landscape of Iceland and its close connection with the sea

Harpa is a concert hall and convention center located in Reykjavik, Iceland. It was designed by Danish firm Henning Larsen Architects in collaboration with Icelandic firm Batteríið Architects and was completed in 2011.


Harpa is a unique architectural masterpiece and iconic building in Reykjavik. The design of the building is inspired by the natural landscape of Iceland and its close connection with the sea. The facade of the building is made up of hundreds of geometrical glass panels that reflect light in different colors, creating spectacular visual effects, especially when the lights are on. The shape of the building is also inspired by the basalt columns that are quite common in Icelandic volcanoes.

The building is made up of four main sections, the main lobby, the convention center, offices and the restaurant. The main hall is the largest concert hall in Iceland and can accommodate up to 1,800 people. The building is equipped with the most modern sound and lighting systems and is used for concerts, theatrical performances and other cultural events. In addition, this place is also a unique and popular conference venue in Iceland.


Harpa has been awarded many awards in architecture, such as the Mies van der Rohe Prize, the European Union Prize for Contemporary Architecture and the Royal Institute of British Architects' International Award.