Want to make a decision in Reykjavík?Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre

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Welcome to Harpa

Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre is in the heart of Reykjavík, Iceland. This unique architectural gem is situated on the picturesque Reykjavík harbour in the city centre and features stunning views of the surrounding mountains and the North Atlantic Ocean.

Harpa combines stunning architecture with — state of the art — technology in all areas of functions within the building. Four main halls and several meeting rooms offer some of the most technologically advanced equipment available. Harpa also features spacious reception and exhibition areas that can be used for a variety of happenings.

Harpa offers outstanding facilities for conventions with accompanying trade shows, conferences, meetings, concerts and other cultural events. Harpa's striking facade draws its inspiration from crystallised basalt columns commonly found in Icelandic nature and was designed by Ólafur Elíasson, Henning Larsen Architects and Batteríið Architects.

Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre is an eco-friendly building. It was designed to use mostly natural light through the glass facade which covers three of the four sides, resulting in significant reduction in power consumption.

All those who were chosen to operate within Harpa have sustainability as one of their main goals. Both restaurants and catering services use mainly local produce and follow strict recycling standards.

We look forward to welcoming you in Harpa.

Why Harpa?

Midway between North America and Europe.

Major cities in both Europe and North America operate frequent daily flights to Iceland.

Located on the harbour front, Harpa is in the heart of the vibrant Reykjavík city centre.

Designed and developed to meet all the requirements of a world-class, international conference venue.

State-of-the-art technology and facilities in a magnificent setting, with an unforgettable view.

A highly experienced, professional and committed team who pride themselves on warm and personal customer service.

Hotels, restaurants and shopping within walking distance, and even whale watching tours are just five minutes away!

Easily accessible by car, bus and coach. We have a car rental and a coach company stationed within the building.

Eldborg main hall

Eldborg is the largets hall in Harpa and the design represents the element fire.

The design of the hall offers a variety of possibilities and is particularly suited to larger conferences and lectures. On the second floor in front of Eldborg, it is possible to host standing receptions in connection with events.

Capacity1,630 seats (theatre style)

Silfurberg conference hall

Representing the element earth, Harpa's conference hall is called Silfurberg after the translucent calcite crystal that is rarely found outside of Iceland.

The hall is suitable for all types of conferences, receptions or events. It is specially designed as a conference hall and features the best available technological equipment. It is also suited to many types of music performances. The acoustics are adapted to the spoken word and are configurable.

Silfurberg is located on the second floor of Harpa. The stage is movable and expandable. The hall can be divid-ed into two parts with a soundproofed retractable partition.

Capacity840/360 seats (theatre style)

Kaldalón auditorium

Kaldalón, the smallest hall in the building, is situated on Harpa's first floor. It is well suited for all types of lectures, as well as for meetings, film screenings and music.

The stage is movable in the hall, and the floor can also be used as a stage. The reverberation time in the hall can be changed, thus making it adaptable for various types of events.

Capacity195 seats (theatre style)

Norðurljós recital hall

Norðurljós is a recital hall on Harpa’s second floor, situated between Eldborg and Silfurberg. It offers various possibilities for conferences, receptions, concerts and other events.

There are balconies all around the perimeter of the hall, and the stage is movable. The hall is equipped with custom-designed lighting equipment that can be configured in a number of coloured themes, creating the most suitable atmosphere for the event taking place.

Capacity520 seats (theatre style)

Björtuloft

Björtuloft, meaning bright heights in Icelandic, are, as the name suggests, both bright and roomy. The space is located over two floors – the sixth and seventh floors of Harpa – and is perfect for meetings, receptions and all kinds of gatherings. Ideally, guests can be received on the lower floor and can then move on to a sit-down dinner on the upper floor which seats around 130 people.

Björtuloft is equipped with a screen and meeting equipment and a sound system.

One of the most stunning features of Björtuloft is the balcony which features outstanding views of the city, the harbour and the surrounding ocean and mountains.

Meeting rooms

We offer meeting halls and meeting rooms with seating for up to 130 people.

Ask for our packages.

Háaloft

Háaloft is a new and elegant hall on the eighth floor of Harpa. With magnificent views to the west, over the harbour and the mountains around the city, Háaloft has been called Reykjavík's – little roof top – venue. The hall is 200 m2 with a large screen.

Conferences, concerts and events

Among the conferences and events that have been held in Harpa since its opening are You Are in Control, Eve Online Fanfest, Poptech, Food and Fun, Reykjavík Fashion Festival, Vest Norden, DesignMarch and several medical conferences.

Harpa has presented musicians and cultural icons such as Björk and Yoko Ono, as part of the Iceland Airwaves annual music festival — and in spring 2013, the Sónar international music festival took place in Harpa for the first time.

Exhibition area

There are many open spaces outside of the halls that are perfect for various events and receptions. We especially recommend the open area on the second floor by the glass facade which features a very high ceiling. Norðurbryggja on the first floor has a splendid view of the harbour, Eyri is located outside of Silfurberg overlooking the Reykjavík harbour and west Reykjavík.

Flói is the largest open space area with a view of the harbour, perfect for larger events or as an exhibition area. Visit us or give us a call to find out which space caters best to your event.

Green policy

Nearly all energy consumed in Icelandic households and businesses comes from clean renewable hydro-electric and geothermal energy sources. Harpa is connected to the Icelandic power grid, which has one of the highest uptimes in the world.

The water used in Harpa comes from water reserves located on the outskirts of Reykjavík. The water is of the highest quality, and no treatment is required before it is distributed to consumers.

The facade is made of glass, resulting in a reduction in lighting cost.

All waste in Harpa is sorted, and all recyclable waste is recycled.

All detergents used in Harpa have the Swan label, a well-known ecolabelling used in the Nordic countries.

Awards

Mies van der Rohe Award 2013Harpa is the winner of the 2013 European Union Prize for Contemporary Architecture — Mies van der Rohe Award.

MICE Report Award 2012MICE Report Award for the best conference venue in Northern Europe 2012.

We are a green conference centre

Designed by Henning Larsen Architects and Batteríið Architects.

Harpa is 28,000 m2

Harpa's facade is designed by renowned artist Ólafur Elíasson.

There are 956 glass cubes in Harpa's facade.

Harpa is 43 metres tall, measured from the street level.

Second level

First level

Café Bistró

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NorðurbryggjaExhibition Area

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Room Type Theatre style Classroom style Cabaret style Banquet style Reception style Ceiling height Size m2Eldborg Concert hall 1,630 N/A N/A N/A N/A 23 1,008

Silfurberg Conference hall A+B 840 600 432 540 1,100 8 735 – Conference hall A 360 250 200 240 400 8 357 – Conference hall B 378 325 200 240 400 8 357

Norðurljós Recital hall 520 400 248 310 650 12 540

Kaldalón Auditorium 195 N/A N/A N/A N/A 8 198

Ríma Meeting hall A+B 130 100 72 90 250 3.8 144 – Meeting hall A 66 50 40 50 120 3.8 72 – Meeting hall B 66 50 32 40 120 3.8 72

Vísa Meeting room 1+2 44 28 N/A 16 N/A 3.8 40 – Meeting room 1 20 12 N/A 8 N/A 3.8 20 – Meeting room 2 20 12 N/A 8 N/A 3.8 20

Stemma Meeting room 3+4 44 28 N/A 16 N/A 3.8 40 – Meeting room 3 20 12 N/A 8 N/A 3.8 20 – Meeting room 4 20 12 N/A 8 N/A 3.8 20

Nes Meeting room 5 N/A N/A N/A 10 N/A 3.8 16

Vík Meeting room 6 N/A N/A N/A 8 N/A 3.8 15

Vör Meeting room 7 N/A N/A N/A 8 N/A 3.8 15

Sund Meeting room 8 N/A N/A N/A 10 N/A 3.8 16

Björtuloft Reception hall 120 80 96 128 350 3 (each floor) 400

Háaloft The attic 100 60 90 100 100 5 200

Open spaces Room Type Banquet style Reception style Ceiling height Size m2 Flói Exhibition area 530 1,200 3.8 1,000

Harp’s corner Exhibition area 320 500 26 450

Eyri Exhibition area 150 400 7 300

Norðurbryggja Exhibition area 200 450 3.8 300 Other smaller areas; ask our team.

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Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre

Austurbakki 2 — 101 Reykjavík — IcelandConference Department tel. +354 528 5060

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www.harpa.is

For conference and events enquiries: conferences@harpa.is