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We are an architectural design studio established in the very end of 2020 with the objective to provide beautiful and inspiring solutions to every project in every scale and budget.
Times are ever-changing and with it the use of architecture, space and individual needs.
We try to be two steps ahead and provide a customised design for today and tomorrow
with the deserved respect for yesterday.
We gained our experience working over a decade in renown offices in Reykjavík and abroad.
We are now very excited to let our creativity and imagination meet the realm of everyday.
Our Story
Marimo was co-founded by Anna Leoniak and Bjarni Kristinsson, who together brought over 27 years of experience in architecture and design. Their expertise comes from working at renowned architectural firms such as Gláma-Kím, PK, and Studio Granda in Reykjavík, as well as Stelle Lomont Rouhani in Bridgehampton, USA.
Despite being a young architectural practice, Marimo has already gained recognition in competitions, including a shared 2nd-3rd Prize in an extensive closed two-stage competition for Icelandair's new 5,000 m² headquarters in Iceland and a 2nd Prize in the competition for Borgarlína's street infrastructure design in Iceland.
Together and separately, the founders of Marimo have received numerous awards and recognitions in the fields of architecture and design. [See CV further below.]
As of February 2024, Bjarni has stepped away from Marimo and sold his shares to Anna. We thank Bjarni for his invaluable contributions to the company and wish him the best in his future endeavors. Anna Leoniak continues to lead Marimo, building on its strong foundation and pursuing new architectural challenges and opportunities.
Anna is licensed architect in Iceland according to Article 25. Act on Building Structures no. 160/2010.
Löggiltir mannvirkjahönnuðir skv. 25. gr. laga um mannvirki nr. 160/2010
Anna Leoniak
M.Sc. Achitect FAÍ
Founder
Anna Leoniak is a licensed architect with 19 years of professional experience and 4 years as the managing director of Marimo Architects.
She has a diverse design background, working across multiple fields including architecture, landscape design, product design, exhibition curation, photography, and installation art.
Anna is particularly passionate about innovative architectural solutions and creative collaborations.
With a strong commitment to creating innovative, thoughtful spaces, Anna approaches every project with a blend of artistic vision and practical solutions. She finds inspiration in both large-scale urban planning and intimate, handcrafted details, always aiming to foster connections between people and their environment.
Anna is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of design, blending creativity with functionality in every aspect of her work.
Laufey Jakobsdóttir
B.A. architecture (M.A. in progress)
Laufey Jakosbdóttir is an architect finishing her Master's thesis in Architecture at the University of Iceland.
With a diverse background in architecture, photography, and cultural project management, she has worked with organizations such as Gerðarsafn and Cycle Music and Art Festival contributing to both architectural projects and cultural events..
She has also contributed to the field through research on abandoned buildings in Iceland and participated in the production of significant cultural projects.
Laufey's interdisciplinary approach combines her architectural expertise with a passion for creative challenges.
Helga B. Kjerúlf
B.A. architecture (M.A. in progress)
info in progress