Category
Wood coatings
Description
The building contains three to seven storeys. At its heart is the glass-roofed atrium, which contains one of the world’s largest wooden staircases. This was installed without any central supports, meaning that a particular challenge during construction was calculating how to accommodate the point loads of the beams. The stairs are also subjected to high levels of mechanical wear and tear through use. Adequate slip resistance also needed to be provided in order to guarantee the safety of staff and customers.