Inspired by Steinway’s legacy of craftsmanship at the highest level, Selldorf Architects’ design creates a strong contemporary presence for the legendary piano maker. The new Steinway Hall welcomes the public to a large, light-filled showroom with expansive windows at the busy pedestrian street level. Refined details like oak-end grain floors and a custom bentwood ceiling bring craft and character to the modern space linking it with the company’s history.

A focal point of the design is a central open stair that connects the showroom to the level below. To complement the stair, contemporary artist Spencer Finch has created a hanging light installation inspired by Johann Sebastian Bach’s Goldberg Variations. The lower level includes a recital hall, recording studio, and concert artist space. The 72-seat recital hall is an intimate performance venue for public concerts and private recording sessions. The hall’s tilted wood veneer panels create superb acoustics and bring a sense of warmth and scale to the recital space.