Top Benefits of Custom Stairways
A custom stair design can truly take a home or commercial space to a whole new level. A beautifully designed staircase and handrail system serve as a focal point for a residential or commercial space. Custom stairways offer both functionality and aesthetics as a combination of an architectural element and a permanent piece of furniture. While there are endless […]
Getting that “Wow” Factor with Exterior Stairs
The right stairs can add to your home’s curb appeal. Exterior stairs can add that “wow” factor to your home whether building a new home or enhancing your existing home. The front of your home is the first impression people see, often called “curb appeal”, and is one of the most important aspects of owning, […]
Types of Staircases: Which is Right for Your Space?
Staircases come in all shapes and sizes that are both functional and pleasing to the eye. The first thing to think about when considering the types of staircases that fit well in a certain space is how it fits into the space’s layout. If you have a compact space, a spiral staircase is a great […]
Pre-Designed Residential Stairs Don’t Have to Be Cookie-Cutter
When it comes to mass-producing homes and residential stairs, the faster and cheaper to build, the better, right? However, this gives many home buyers the feeling of redundancy. Not many people want their home’s exterior and layout to look exactly the same as their neighbor’s. In the construction industry, we all know that production homes are […]
A Few of Our Favorite Southwestern-Inspired Residential Stairs
When it comes to inspiration for residential stairs, we like to take a look at everything. Some of our favorites sites to get inspired by include the carefully procured collections from HGTV, and the user-submitted photos on Houzz. Here are a few of our recent findings that get us excited about Southwestern style. HGTV A […]
Wooden Baluster Systems: Safety and Tradition
Committed to safety and tradition, wooden baluster systems are a sure way to elevate the appearance of one’s home. This is because they are a versatile choice, with numerous options for customization. Different wood species can be designed to blend seamlessly together in various stair parts. By definition, a baluster (or spindle) is a molded shaft or square […]
Considerations For Your Commercial Stairs
When it comes to commercial stairs for offices and public buildings, there are many considerations, from aesthetic components to functional aspects and other criteria. As one can imagine, staircases in the commercial sector must be code compliant. Commercial stairways are required to meet all safety standards as they relate to the structure and needs of the […]
Open Riser Stairs – A Popular Concept
Amid the boom of mid-century modern architecture, a prevailing theme is a nearly equal emphasis on form and function, as noted by House Beautiful. As such, the style blends both the practical and aesthetic, and this is especially true when speaking of open riser stairs. Though the spacing between treads is short, these stairs are […]
Custom Stairs: Beyond Elevation
Given the evolution of buildings and structures, stair parts and materials have come a long way from the simplistic flat rocks and logs used in earlier versions. Clearly, stairs are a practical means of moving from one level to the next. Custom stairs help people move beyond elevation, offering more in regard to aesthetics, symbolism, […]
Commercial Stairs: Purpose And Prestige
In the business sector, commercial stairs reflect the character and influence of an organization. Thus, designers must be connected to the culture of a business in such a way as to determine the effect that a staircase should have. For instance, should it be futuristic and modern? Perhaps it should be light and elegant, with […]
