Minarc

Minarc is a design studio established by Ingjaldsdottir and Thorsteinsson in 1999. It's located in Santa Monica, California.

The work of their practice ranges from small-scale renovations to new construction, in residential, commercial and public settings. It shares an emphasis in the blurring of the distinction between interior and exterior spaces through the exploitation of natural light, the creation of outdoor living rooms and artistically framed views of nature. Some of the materials used by them are: tiles, carpets, absence of paint, as well as an energy-conscious use of natural cross-ventilation instead of artificially forced air systems. Another hallmark of Minard designs is the innovate use of repurposed materials. such as reclaimed wood, recycled glass, rubber tires, cement panels and sustainable materials.