A bespoke spiral staircase where brass draws the movement
This bespoke spiral staircase was created to dialogue with one of the most iconic settings in the world, a palazzo overlooking the water in Venice. The double-helix brass structure rises in a continuous, enveloping movement, turning the link between two levels into a sculptural gesture. The O16 scratched brass finish brings a living texture to the surface, made of directional marks that catch the light in an ever-changing way. The steps fit into the helix with discretion, letting the metal define the character of the work. In a setting of this calibre, the staircase does not simply serve the space: it interprets it.
The staircase comes from a process managed entirely by Metalbril, from 3D modelling to TIG welding, through to on-site installation. The double-ribbon brass geometry required bending and welding of great precision, to maintain the continuity of the surface and the perfect twist of the helix. The O16 scratched brass finish completes the work with a material, directional surface, where the marks of the craftsmanship become part of the staircase’s aesthetic language.
Finish used for this project
This work is a metal spiral staircase for interiors where the finish is an integral part of the architectural project. The O16 scratched brass finish comes from a surface treatment that incises the metal with dense, irregular directional marks, generating a texture that vibrates as the light changes. Applied across the entire double-helix structure, it enhances the continuity of the sculptural form and brings a refined materiality that shifts with every step. The result is a modern brass staircase where technique and craftsmanship merge into an element of strong visual impact, able to hold its own against the richness of the Venetian setting.
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