Description: Circular Metal and Glass Laptop Workstation Tables with Custom Ceiling Trusses and Theatrical Spotlights
Location: 5TH Ave. & 91ST Street New York, New York
Contractor: Jody Builders
Description: The Cooper Hewitt is the National Museum of Design of the Smithsonian Institute. Naturally, the first thing to greet guests is the admissions desk. As such, the desk was designed to reflect the attention to detail the museum embodies. The fascia of the desk is 1/2″ thick heat curved, white laminated safety glass, which is backlight. the transaction surface is 3 ply, clear glass more than 1.5 inches thick, which gives the impression of great depth. On the practical side, other features include wire chases for the computers and security equipment, and easy service accessability.
Location: 663 5th Avenue, NYC
Owner: Ermenegildo Zegna
Contractor: Shawmut Design & Construction
Architect: Peter Marino Architects
Description: The store’s centerpiece design element – a two story volumned glass and steel sculptural staircase with polish nickel metal work representing traditional loom that links the first and second floors and is illuminated by a programmable color-changing lighting. Installed in two 20-ft. sections the staircase is made from 5/8 in. structural glass and stainless steel rods. Similar materials were used for a smaller suspension bridge that connects an elevator door and a nearby corridor 44 ft above the main floor.