hafnar.haus

Hafnar.haus is a vibrant creative hub located in downtown Reykjavík, occupying 3500m2 of space above the Reykjavík Art Museum. With 90 private studios, an open coworking space, and various communal facilities such as meeting rooms, a photo studio, and a recording/podcast studio, Hafnar.haus accommodates over 250 individuals from diverse creative backgrounds. The community at Hafnar.haus is dynamic, organizing monthly events, workshops, publications, and collaborative groups. Those interested in staying updated can visit the hafnar.community website. Apart from being a workspace, Hafnar.haus offers a range of events and activities, including exhibitions, talks, concerts, and more, fostering a balance between work and leisure for its members. The space aims to bring together a community of over 200 creators, encompassing professionals of varying experience levels and creative fields. Membership benefits include 24/7 access, internet, coffee, and access to communal areas and functions. Hafnar.haus currently has all its private studios occupied but is accepting applications for its open plan coworking space, which offers a simple pricing structure. The application process for membership considers factors such as connection to the creative industries, diversity of members, and compatibility of intended operations with the hub's ethos. Prospective members can arrange tours of the facility on Fridays at 13:00 by contacting info@hafnar.haus. Operated by a non-profit organization, Hafnar.haus is dedicated to curating spaces where art and craft converge, emphasizing creativity as a cornerstone for the future. The board members of the organization are Haraldur Þorleifsson, Elísabet Ronaldsdóttir, Magnea Einarsdóttir, and Uta Reichardt. The hub collaborates with partners and sponsors such as Nova, Reykjavíkurborg, Origo, and Arion Banki to support its mission of creating an environment conducive to curiosity, experimentation, and innovative idea generation.