In the heart of an Icelandic lava desert lies a 24 square metre cottage made of glass. Here, travelers from all over the globe sleep under the spectacular Northern Lights in secluded comfort. Built for the adventurous at heart and those yearning for an escape from the city, owner Ari spent 18 months searching for a design that could withstand extreme elements - such as icy winds gusting up to 180km per hour.
Up Next in Season 1
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Prefab Cabin
Choosing to avoid the site construction process entirely, this factory-built home arrived fully finished and fulfils a long-held dream for its owners: to live a simple life with very little to clean and very little to worry about. Nestled peacefully between a 4 million-year-old volcano and the oc...
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Water Tower
A young couple with a passion for minimalism take on a huge challenge when they decide to convert a disused water tower into a modern home for their growing family. With exceptional views from the top floor, the Water Tower is surrounded by lava fields, mountains and a stunning coastline.
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Converted Barn
After many years of searching for a sanctuary that could function as both a workspace and family home, artist Gudrun Kristjansdottir discovered a derelict barn (built in 1937) on the stunning West Coast of Iceland. Told by many that she should tear the existing structure down, Gudrun enlisted the...
