In the heart of Boston stands The Landmark Center, an art deco gem that once housed a Sears warehouse. When it came time to renovate this historic treasure, they needed something special for its centerpiece: a stunning glass elevator that would look like it came straight from the 1920s.

Enter Elevator Interior Design (EID), who took on an fascinating challenge. They needed to create a turn-of-the-century elevator with an open-cage design, while meeting modern safety standards. No small feat.

The solution? Pure creativity. The team designed a clever system using wrought iron panels with ultra-clear glass sandwiched between them. When installed, the glass seems to vanish, creating the perfect illusion of an open elevator shaft. They even added hidden hinges and locks to make cleaning a breeze.

The building itself has quite a story. Built in 1929 by architect George C. Nimmons, it started life as a Sears warehouse before earning its spot on the National Register of Historic Places in 1991. You'll find it where Park Drive meets Brookline Avenue, right where Frederick Law Olmstead's famous Emerald Necklace park system weaves through the city. Today, it stands as a perfect blend of historic charm and modern innovation, with its new elevator serving as a perfect symbol of this marriage between old and new.