transform the hotel lobby interior in a contemporary elegance direction while strictly preserving the existing architecture exactly as built no changes to scale proportions layout arches ceiling stair geometry or spatial function the building dates from 1915 maintain the beaux arts stair form and composition and make the stairs entirely from natural stone add a wrought iron railing with a brass finish only on the open side of the stair that is not attached to the wall do not add railings to wall sides or other areas the railing design should be a minimal contemporary reinterpretation of beaux arts motifs simplified geometry subtle symmetry restrained linework very low ornament reinterpret the historic language throughout the lobby in a minimal way express heritage through proportion rhythm and material quality rather than decoration use a warm mineral palette of natural stone noble wood and brushed or patinated brass accents keep surfaces calm and refined with precise detailing and limited contrast layered warm lighting with soft ambient glow and integrated architectural light no furniture no decor objects no plants no people museum like calm atmosphere photorealistic materials high detail
