Tag: elevator design
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Riding Upwards Through Time: A Journey into Vintage Elevator Button Design
From the hushed opulence of Gilded Age hotels to the sleek modernism of mid-century skyscrapers, elevator buttons haven’t just facilitated vertical transit; they’ve served as miniature time capsules, reflecting the technological advancements, social changes, and material culture of their eras. Their seemingly insignificant design choices tell a surprisingly rich story of innovation, aesthetics, and societal…
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Riding the Rails of Time: A Journey Through Vintage Elevator Button Design
From the ornate grandeur of Art Deco to the sleek minimalism of mid-century modern, elevator buttons haven’t just transported people between floors; they’ve also transported us through time, reflecting the architectural and social shifts of each era. This journey through vintage elevator button design reveals a surprising story of innovation, aesthetics, and the subtle ways…