Stairs are often an inevitable part of a building's DNA. Nowadays, staircases not only serve the function of practicality but are also a showcase of their own kind, especially if paired with a color that is guaranteed to grab attention. Among warm colors, red is considered to be the most powerful one. On one hand, it evokes feelings of joy and energy, and on the other, feelings of alertness and danger. Red can stimulate a whole range of emotions. Therefore, its usage should be attentive, delicate, and thought out.
Durston Saylor
Architecture and Color: Explore 15 Projects that Feature Exterior Red Staircases
Temple Beth El / Alexander Gorlin Architects
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Architects: Alexander Gorlin Architects
- Area: 23000 ft²
- Year: 2015
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Manufacturers: ACO USA, Blumcraft, Modernfold, WASCO Skylights
When One Size Does Not Fit All: Rethinking the Open Office
Workplace design has undergone a radical transformation in the last several decades, with approximately seventy percent of today’s modern offices now converted to open plans. However, despite growing concerns over decreases in worker productivity and employee satisfaction, the open office revolution shows no sign of slowing down. The open office model has proliferated without regard for natural differences in workplace culture, leading to disastrous results when employees are forced into an office that works against their own interests. If we are to make offices more effective, we must acknowledge that ultimately, design comes out of adapting individual needs for a specific purpose and at best, can create inviting spaces that reflect a company’s own ethos.
Pandora Media Inc. New York Office / ABA Studio
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Architects: ABA Studio
- Year: 2014