| Title |
A Study on the Characteristics of Phenomenological Architecture in Stair Design |
| DOI |
https://doi.org/10.5659/JAIK.2022.38.4.143 |
| Keywords |
Stair Design; Phenomenological Architecture; Peter Zumthor; Steven Holl |
| Abstract |
From simple theories to concrete elements of practice, this study aims to explore the different characteristics of phenomenological architecture
in staircase designs. In architecture, stairs are symbolic, empirical architectural components on top of being functionally used as a vertical
mobility device. Architects attempting phenomenological architecture exhibit different architectural elements for each line with the assumption
that each aspect reflects the differences in stair composition. Peter Zumthor and Steven Holl were selected as representative architects with
different phenomenological approaches to identify its characteristics and to compare their art museums' stair designs separately and
collectively. Peter Zumthor tried to secure independent stairwell space through emphasizing direction and the presence of stairs mainly by
using straight stairs. His stairs were separated from the walls, and the steps were treated strictly and simply with gray and black achromatic
colors. Steven Holl's stair design is based on a part of continuous flow path. His stairs were connected to surrounding spaces such as the
atrium, lobby, corridors, and ramps that were used to show movement. Peter Zumthor represents the ontological line of phenomenological
architecture evident in his stair design that integrates step independence and independent presence with a tectonic emphasis. Steven Holl is
part of the line that highlights the experience of phenomenological architecture; his stair design emphasizes the spatial experience of multiple
views with continuous movement. |