The central staircase has been established as a key feature in the building design.
The opportunity to manipulate the form of the stairs and experiment with various materials is immense. I have turned to various existing examples for inspiration, some of these are shown below.
Many of the stairs pictured above are more than just simply stairs and go past the simple functionality of the regular staircase. These staircases transform spaces and become focal points and notable features of the spaces. They prove that staircases can be sculptural and beautiful.
The final staircase pictured is in the refurbished Armani store in New York City. I was lucky enough to visit this store, and the staircase was definitely the main element and focal point within the shop despite it being surrounded by ridiculously priced clothing! The staircase flowed and integrated seamlessly into its environment and the irregularity of its form is captivating.
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