A Look Inside Rut Kára’s Akureyri Home

A striking white stone house at Þingvallastræti 10 in Akureyri, built in 1932, offers 170 square meters across three floors. The home includes a basement, a main floor, and an attic.

The property belongs to Kjarnatún ehf., owned by businessman Jóhann Örn Þórarinsson. Interior designer Rut Káradóttir is responsible for the design, giving the house a style the article calls unmistakably hers.

The kitchen and living room meet without becoming one completely open space. A fireplace adds warmth to the living room during Iceland’s cold winters. White-painted ceilings, thick decorative moldings, trim around the windows, and matching floor moldings give the rooms a carefully finished look. Solid wood flooring runs throughout.

The kitchen has custom-built, spray-lacquered cabinetry, a large gas stove, and a bespoke wrought-iron hood. Marble covers the countertops and rises about 10 centimeters up the wall. The article describes the result as smart, warm, and especially appealing.

Outside, the garden is neatly maintained. A large fenced terrace beside the house offers a place to relax, while the white-painted front door completes the home’s polished appearance.