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Sustainable Coffee Shop Inspired by Hverfjall Crater

Yuting Zhang's Kaffihus Hringur is a circular coffee shop at the Hverfjall Crater, designed to provide a restful stop for hikers. The building features an open courtyard and four quadrants for coffee, restrooms, exhibition space, and a covered observation terrace, all while employing sustainable features such as geothermal heat pumps, triple-pane glass, and rainwater capture. The coffee shop is designed to be minimally staffed and operate off-grid, offering a comprehensive sensory experience that complements the Hverfjall hike.

The coffee shop at Hverfjall Crater is constructed with a modular wood frame structure and features an inward-facing pitched roof. The exterior facade is clad in charred, dark gray cedar that relates to the black basalt grounds of the site. The interior features warm, exposed cedar juxtaposed with rough stone furnishings and copper-toned metal highlights. Sustainable features include the use of underground geothermal heat pumps for electric and heating needs, low-E triple-pane glass, rainwater capture for storage and use, dry composting toilets, and the use of used coffee grounds for fertilizer.

Kaffihus Hringur offers a unique, sustainable experience for hikers on the Hverfjall Crater trek. Inspired by the tuff cone volcano, the circular coffee shop is a respite for weary hikers, with a warm, wood-toned interior and stunning views of Lake Myvatn. Sustainability is at the heart of the project, with features such as geothermal heat pumps and rainwater capture. The minimal-staff coffee shop offers a comprehensive sensory experience with a variety of coffee beans grown on volcanic soil.

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