CHAND BAORI STEPWELL, 9TH CENTURY
Stepwell, an underground structure and a source of water, is an architectural form that has long been popular in India, especially in the arid areas of the Indian continent. Stepwell has provided water for centuries for drinking, washing, bathing and watering plants. They also served as cool temples for day and night travelers. Chand Baori Stepwell is an important example of both Hindu and Islamic architecture. The stepwell shows great level differences. This is achieved by staircases positioned at different levels that actually form a pattern.
Vessel Public Landmark, Hudson Yards | Heatherwick Studio
One of the largest real estate projects in American history, Hudson Yards’ goal was to create new public spaces and gardens on the surrounding towers or train platform. By creating a three-dimensional cage and opening the space between them, people were able to reach everywhere. 154 interconnected stairways were used to create the space between this cage and to create a continuous geometric pattern of stepwell. The building was designed on a human scale for New Yorkers and visitors to climb, explore and enjoy.
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