Design in Hafnarfjörður

From 12 to 15 March, the focus will be on design in Hafnarfjörður. Hafnarborg, the Hafnarfjörður Icehouse and Litla Hönnunar Búðin are taking part in Design March, and the municipality of Hafnarfjörður wants to draw attention to the vibrant design scene in the town. Admission is free.

Hafnarborg, 34 Strandgata

In a grey area Grey Area.  An exhibition of new works by the Scottish designer David Taylor, which lie at the boundaries of design and fine art. He is known for his original designs and unconventional choice of materials, with a particular penchant for cheap and worthless materials such as concrete and gravel, which he then transforms into sophisticated objects.

Opening hours: Thursday 12-21, Friday, Saturday and Sunday 12-17

Thursday 12 March at 6 p.m.

Interview with the designer David Taylor talks to visitors about his work.
 

Friday 13 March at 12.30

Midday tour An insight into the world of ideas and the work of David Taylor.
Sunday 15 March at 3 p.m.

Guidance About the exhibition, which will discuss the designer's ideas and choice of materials.

Hafnarfjörður Icehouse, Strandgata 90

Opening hours: Thursday 12-21, Friday, Saturday and Sunday 12-17

Creative cluster Creative Cluster. An introduction to the activities of the Hafnarfjörður Icehouse, a cluster of studios and workshops from various fields of design, industry and visual arts. Opening reception on Thursday from 18:00 to 21:00, and a presentation and discussion on Sunday at 13:00.

The Little Design Shop, 17 Strandgata

Margret Leópoldsdóttir. You Are Welcome Home / Blow The Wind Westerly

Opening hours: Thursday 12–21, Friday 12–18, Saturday and Sunday 12–17. Conversation with the designer on Sunday at 14.

Design at the Town Cinema

The Design Department of the Technical College. Open Friday–Sunday from 1 pm to 5 pm.

Sisters Design. Open Saturday and Sunday from 1 pm - 5 pm.

Design and Art in the Fjord

Hulda H. Sig. „All in the Mix“. The exhibition is on the second floor in Firði. Open from 4-6 pm on Friday and 11 am-4 pm on Saturday.

Hafnarfjörður Museum of Municipal History – Evolution Walk

Saturday 14 March at 2 pm. A house tour with architect Páll V. Bjarnason about the unique features of Hafnarfjörður's architectural heritage. The tour starts at the Sívertsens-hús at Veturgata 6 and lasts for about an hour.

Bones and Bows 32 Strandgata. Presentation of a new line, Aska from Skulls&Halos on Friday at 1 pm.

Hafnarfjörður Library.Introduction to design books. Come and browse the selection.