Falmouth University, Penryn Campus
Spiral UK were commissioned to carry out the design, manufacture and install of a striking entrance stair at Falmouth University’s Penryn Campus.
Anne Carlisle the Vice-Chancellor of Falmouth University was looking for a striking feature to draw the eye upon entering the new Creative Bridge building in Penryn. Our commercial staircase certainly met this brief and fitted seamlessly with the overall interior design.
The building, which connects the AIR building (Academy of Innovation and Research) and the new Launchpad building, was created as a welcoming space for visitors with a look and feel that reflected the University’s innovative and creative brand. Our beautiful helical staircase worked well in such a design led place of study. We were very pleased to show members of the project team around our premises so they could check on the progress of the staircase during its manufacture. Spiral UK managed the staircase design process ensuring a smooth transition from technical drawings through to manufacture and finally install. We undertake this in house to ensure a timely delivery.
Project
Falmouth University, Penryn Campus – The Link Building
Requirement
Eye catching helical staircase
Interiors
20/20 Projects
Architect
BDP Architects
Contractor
EBC Ltd
Floor to floor height
4040mm
Risers
21 @ 1150mm closed risers
Tread Type
Tray treads in mild steel with porcelain tile infill
Tread Width
1150mm
Balustrade
Outer: radiused toughened glass Inner: SHS uprights with flat bar rails clad in plasterboard
Stringer
300mm x 12mm flat plate
Handrails
Satin polished stainless steel
Additional
Stair category E, public stair
Commercial helical staircase
The bespoke staircase acts as a focal point in the entrance and leads visitors up to the Vice Chancellor’s office and boardroom.
The helical stair was fabricated from a mild steel base and clad with hard wearing porcelain tiles. Curved glass balustrade was installed to the outside with a white plaster inner balustrade and stainless steel handrail to both sides.
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