Skyline Tilework Stairway at CTA’s Grand Red Line Station

Symmetrical stairway at Chicago's Grand Station Red Line with blue tiles and metal railings descending underground.
Symmetrical stairway at Chicago's Grand Station Red Line with blue tiles and metal railings descending underground.

The Grand Station Red Line stairway in Chicago, a key access point for the city's rapid transit system, showcases a design characteristic of late 20th-century CTA renovations. The corridor features blue ceramic tiles and stainless-steel railings, reflecting a focus on durability and functionality. Subtle skyline motifs integrated into the tilework serve as a nod to Chicago's architectural identity. This subterranean passage facilitates commuter flow between the North Side, Loop, and South Side neighborhoods, connecting them via the Red Line.

Taken October 2019

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