Stairs
Introduction
Stairs are always unique design opportunities as they are integral to how we move through & perceive space; as such, always consider:
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- The comfort of the stair riser-run relationship
- The speed of movement suggested by stair design
- Detailing of treads, rails, & cheek-walls to provide aesthetic integration, comfort, & ease of use
Simultaneously, stairs are often barriers to universal access in the spaces we create; as such, always consider:
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- Local building codes for best practices for layout & detailing
- When in doubt, err on the side of ease-of-use
