Cheer up your basement with an indoor atrium at the base of the stairs. This idea from @rzinteriors_ is simple but impactful, creating an unexpected feature in a space that’s usually wasted.

focuses on sustainability as well as creating a high level of indoor comfort. Over 900 m2 of skylights were included into the project to create an impressive atrium in the centre of the building.

Here are 13 of our favorite kid-friendly indoor gardens, plazas, and urban oases for NYC families. Bonus: Most of these public atriums and indoor gardens are FREE to wander into, and many offer ...