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As part of the London Open House event, I was invited to create an installation that would enhance the Grand Stair which spans an incredible 100 foot height in this stunning Grade l listed building – the former Midland Grand Hotel. A unique example of Gothic Revival architecture, it was designed by George Gilbert Scott in 1873 and is now the St. Pancras Renaissance London Hotel. I created 44 finely knitted “soft pillars” which adorned the stairs. It was a joy to work in this extraordinary building.
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![Former Midland Grand Hotel, St Pancras, London designed by George Gilbert Scott in 1873. Now the St Pancras Renaissance London Hotel](https://b2775859.smushcdn.com/2775859/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Midland-Grand-Hotel-St-Pancras-1024x623.jpg?lossy=0&strip=1&webp=1)
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