When organizations expand across multiple floors, one design question often takes center stage: should you invest in a feature stair? These architectural focal points can boost movement, spark collaboration, and make a strong brand statement—but they also come with budget, space, and design complexities. Drawing on our experience across industries, we outline the trade-offs and smart alternatives to help you decide if a stair is the right fit for your workplace vision.

By Nicola Forest, Head of Sustainability, Structure Tone LondonSustainability continues to be a hot topic. So…

Zero Waste Week, held annually on the first Monday of September, is a global campaign to reduce landfill waste, preserve resources, and protect the environment. This year, STO Building Group’s Sustainability team joined the movement with a special three-part Building Conversations podcast series exploring material circularity in the AEC industry.

From design through demolition, our teams are working with partners across the U.S. to reduce waste, repurpose materials, and push the industry toward a more circular future. Hosted by Jennifer Taranto, STOBG’s Vice President of Sustainability, each episode features conversations with clients, designers, and manufacturers on what’s working, what’s changing, and how to build a zero-waste mindset from the ground up.