The totality of aesthetic finish elements applied to an elevator cabin interior — including wall cladding, ceiling design, flooring, lighting, handrails, mirrors, and graphic features — to create a cohesive passenger experience.
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Elevator cabin decoration is specified through an Interior Design Package (IDP) that coordinates all visible surfaces and fittings. Design families range from standard residential packages (painted steel, vinyl floor, basic LED lighting) to bespoke luxury fit-outs (marble walls, backlit onyx panels, custom woven metal mesh, heritage timber veneer). Key engineering constraints that the decorator must respect include maximum cabin tare weight increase (which affects counterweight balance), flammability classification of all materials (EN 13501-1), minimum clearances to safety devices, and the mandatory presence of the COP, alarm, intercom, and emergency lighting. Weight-specific items such as marble or glass panels must be structurally assessed to ensure the car frame can accommodate the additional load. Photorealistic 3D renderings are now standard in the design approval workflow.
