Naustin to become a shared street opening in December
The surface of Naustin has been transformed with an appealing design that recalls traditional Icelandic knitting and stretches along the street like a runner on a banquet table. The design is based on a pattern called Riddari, created by Védís Jónsdóttir.
The step-free surface is intended to give the street a lighter appearance. Work will be completed in December, and paving is now underway. The street will also feature planting beds with trees and varied greenery, alongside a small stage that doubles as seating and an event space on festive occasions. The entire street corridor will be equipped with a snowmelt heating system.
Renewal of essential infrastructure
Utility lines were replaced, and a dual municipal sewer system was installed in the street to help drain stormwater from the area during heavy rainfall.
Design and lighting
Landmótun designed the new street corridor. Lota handled the lighting design, incorporating lamp posts reminiscent of ship masts and spotlights that cast a distinctive glow on the stage during events. The lighting also highlights the bright surface and improves pedestrian safety. VBV provided the engineering design, and Efla produced the visual materials.
The street, which connects Hafnarstræti and Tryggvagata, will become a shared street this December in line with the approved traffic plan for Kvosin. Reykjavík City and Veitur Utilities jointly oversee the project.
