Design decisions should be justified in multiple ways.
For instance, walls that are typically used to enclose a space, can be designed to reflect indirect light into a room or transformed into a striking feature element, ceilings of varying height, can articulate the different areas of a space or create intricate lighting designs.
One of my favourite examples of this concept is the staircase. Often overlooked as just a way to move between floors, a well-designed stair has the potential to be so much more.
It can add a unique sculptural element to a room, help with wayfinding on the outside of a building, or even serve as a stage for family moments in a home. Stairs can also provide a quiet seat for reading or making a phone call. In public buildings, larger stairs can be designed as spaces for gathering.
A perfect example of this is Nikola Bašić's "Morske Orgulje" (Sea Organ) in Zadar, Croatia. Here, he transformed a staircase into a musical experience by designing 35 chambers that allow waves to produce different sounds as they roll in.
It's a beautiful reminder of how design can turn simple building elements into something truly unique.
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