Staircase Survey: Artspace staircase, Leeds Art Gallery. R Marsden
lEEDS ART GALLERY staircase survey r. marsden
contents page List of Contributors
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Photographs 4-7 Survey Notes 8-9 Drawings 10-11 Precedent Studies 12-13 Inspirational Staircases 14-15 Working Drawings 16-18 Bibliography 19
lIST OF CONTRIBUTORS R. Marsden T. Aquino B. Wright M. Ismail V. Hanson F. Parry R. Davies N. Rozman M. Donkor T. Westwell
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PHOTOGRAPHS 4
Photographs taken on site.
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SURVEY NOTES
Survey notes from the group at the original site visit.
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These are some hand drawings that were sketched on site.
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DRAWINGS
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This is a spiralling concrete staircase connects the 12 platforms that make up this split-level house in San Pedro de la Paz, Chile, by Chilean firm Pezo von Ellrichshausen. The raw concrete staircase sits slightly away from the centre of the plan, meaning rooms can differ in size to suit their varying functions The ascending sequence establishes varying degrees of intimacy and proximity between the different domestic functions, which extend from the kitchen or a couple of dining rooms at the ground level to the bedrooms or the study in the top part of the house. This stratification leads to the activation of certain rooms according to the time of day and a sort of family interaction throughout the central void,� said the architects There are no landings on the main staircase, creating a continuous spiral that is lit from above by a circular skylight. There are also no typical doorways, as vertical slices in the walls provide access to each level. Walls both inside and outside the building are clad with pine panels, contrasting with the raw concrete of the staircase This is a very interesting staircase and is unusual because of the lack of landings. It is creative in the use of light on the stairs by a skylight. The use of materials are raw which give this staircase a natural feel to it. It is creative in the sense that it is located at the heart of the house making it a focal architectural piece. It also fits with the flow of the house and the circulation. Installed at the intersection of the habitable walls that divide the interior is a spiral staircase with a central stairwell, regular steps and no landings. To move between one enclosed space and the next there are two routes: the stairs, which function as a diagonal short cut that intersects the corners, and another gentler one that connects the centres of each enclosed space The massive presence of this composite, disproportionate column is contained by an almost provisional scaffolding of beams and columns of treated wood faced with paneling on both sides. The outer facade is lined with a ventilated sheet of boards and lightly framed glass panels. As well as being aesthetically pleasing it is also functional and meets all its requirements.
casa gago concrete steps architects: Pezo von Ellrichshausen
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This staircase evokes delicacy and beauty as an immediate reaction. The staircase is innovative and simplistic. This staircase is interesting because even though it is delicate there is an element of danger. It is not very functional and offers little safety for the user. The ribbon staircase is located in the main living area of the the house, open to the space, which makes circulation easy for the user. It is mounted onto the left side of the wall. This staircase is not very ergonomical and would mean the user would need to be cautious as it is so open. The simplistic colours work in contrast with the white surrounding walls. It has a very minimalist feel and being so open allows the light to respond well. The staircase is constructed from 10mm thick sheet metal. Pairs of adjoining steps connected with an oblique external side joist form a bracket anchored in the wall. Each of the brackets is constructed as a rigid frame. The higher steps bear mainly drawing forces, while pressure is transmitted through the lower steps.
ribbon staircase
hsh architects
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An exciting and unique design for the treads.
Black steel triangles support timber treads
The tight inner stringer, cantilevered timber treads and tensioned rod/wire balustrade make for a very interesting staircase concept.
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Inspirational staircases
Organic corian balustrade and corian treads. Love the treads starting thin at the base and getting deeper up the flight.
This tsculptural staircase is clad in chipboard and snakes through the sublime interior, offering views across the vast column of pure space.
Rich wood structure with excellent geometry.
The use of colour and materials is key in this staircase. The forms of the materials are unique and intriguing.
This stunning and modern stair provides access through a historic naval supply yard in Plymou. The colours and shapes are exciting and modern.
The staircase seems to float and bend up from the floor, making it appear more like art than function.
Glass treads and balustrade on stair supported by a ‘birds nest’ of steel and timber. This is a very unique and creative balustrade design.
Inspirational staircases
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WORKING DRAWINGS
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