# Sculptural Staircase Penthouses Tria Arquitetura Designs the New Frederic Chopin Apartment By Amy Duong | Published 2023-01-29 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frederic-chopin References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2023/01/28/tria-arquitetura-frederic-chopin-penthouse-renovation-sao-paulo/) & [triaarquitetura.br](http://www.triaarquitetura.com.br/)  Local studio Tria Arquitetura designs the new [Frederic Chopin Apartment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frdric-malle-body-care) that is located in São Paulo, which is made to hold a [large range of art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/art-curators-apartment) and collectible design items. The [penthouse apartment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jz-apartment) measures 960-square-meters and the project is led by architect Marina Cardoso de Almeida who helped configure the layout to maximize the high ceilings and captivating views. The studio speaks about the main idea behind the design, noting that "The main concept in the choice of finishes and architectural solutions was to bring comfort but still leave a big void so that the works could dress the house. In the living room there were three large main volumes that should be highlighted to bring texture and more cosiness." Image Credit: Tria Arquitetura ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 11% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 14% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Art-inspired Interiors:** Opportunity for interior designers and architects to create living spaces that complement and highlight art collections. - **Maximizing Space and Views:** Opportunity for architects and builders to design buildings that make use of high ceilings and expansive views to create luxurious living spaces. - **Sculptural Staircases:** Opportunity for architects and builders to create unique and eye-catching staircases as a central design element in high-end homes and buildings. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Luxury Real Estate:** Opportunity for real estate developers and agents to market high-end properties with unique and art-inspired design features. - **Art and Design Collections:** Opportunity for art collectors and enthusiasts to display their collections in specially designed living spaces that highlight and complement their pieces. - **Interior Design and Architecture:** Opportunity for interior design and architecture firms to specialize in creating unique and luxurious living spaces for high-end clients. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dynamic Living Towered Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onze22.md) - [Light-Inviting Renovated Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/copan-apartment.md) - [Vividly Designed Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pascali-semerdjian-arquitetos-1.md) - [Curved Translucent Experimental Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptors-apartment.md) - [Immersive Artful Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oveneck-33.md) - [Bold Architectural Renovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flat-iron-house.md) - [Parisian Haussmann-Era Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uchronia.md) - [Compact Duplex Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sbc-apartment.md) - [Sculptural Townhome Staircases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atelier-pierre-thibault-1.md)