The glass staircase needed proper lighting that wouldn't produce glare. Wall washers and diffuse downlights provide adequate lighting while bringing the beauty of the staircase to life.

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Contemporary glass spiral staircase in Chicago with metal risers.

This metal-framed stair case with lighted treads is at the center of a 900 square foot atrium. Landscaped with vegetation and boulders salvaged from the site, a gentle two-story waterfall tumbles through to a pond. The glass door leads to one of two master suites.

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This single-family home remodel started from the ground up. Everything from the exterior finish, decks, and outside paint to the indoor rooms, kitchen, and bathrooms have all been remodeled. There are two bedrooms and one and a half baths that include a beautiful green marble countertop and natural finish maple wood cabinets. Led color changing mirrors are found in both bathrooms. These colors cohesively flow into the kitchen as well. The green marble countertop is specially sourced directly from Ireland. Stainless Steel appliances are featured throughout the kitchen and bathrooms. New floors spread through the first and second story.

Designed By: Sarah Buehlman Marc and Mandy Maister were clients and fans of Cantoni before they purchased this harbor home on Balboa Island. The South African natives originally met designer Sarah Buehlman and Cantoni’s Founder and CEO Michael Wilkov at a storewide sale, and quickly established a relationship as they bought furnishings for their primary residence in Newport Beach. So, when the couple decided to invest in this gorgeous second home, in one of the ritziest enclaves in North America, they sought Sarah’s help in transforming the outdated 1960’s residence into a modern marvel. “It’s now the ultimate beach house,” says Sarah, “and finished in Cantoni from top to bottom—including new custom cabinetry installed throughout.” But let’s back up. This project began when Mandy contacted Sarah in the midst of the remodel process (in December 2010), asking if she could come take a look and help with the overall design. “The plans were being drawn up with an architect, and they opted not to move anything major. Instead, they updated everything—as in the small carpeted staircase that became a gorgeous glass and metal sculpture,” Sarah explains. She took photographs and measurements, and then set to work creating the scaled renderings. “Marc and Mandy were drawn to the One and Only Collection. It features a high-gloss brown and white color scheme which served as inspiration for the project,” says Sarah. Primary pieces in the expansive living area include the Mondrian leather sectional, the Involution sculpture, and a pair of Vladimir Kagan Corkscrew swivel chairs. The Maisters needed a place to house all their electronics but didn’t want a typical entertainment center. The One and Only buffet was actually modified by our skilled shop technicians, in our distribution center, so it could accommodate all the couple’s media equipment. “These artisans are another one of our hidden strengths—in addition to the design tools, inventory and extensive resources we have to get a job done,” adds Sarah. Marc and Mandy also fell in love with the exotic Makassar ebony wood in the Ritz Collection, which Sarah combined in the master bedroom with the Ravenna double chaise to provide an extra place to sit and enjoy the beautiful harbor views. Beyond new furnishings, the Maisters also decided to completely redo their kitchen. And though Marc and Mandy did not have a chance to actually see our kitchen displays, having worked with Sarah over the years, they had immense trust in our commitment to craftsmanship and quality. In fact, they opted for new cabinetry in four bathrooms as well as the laundry room based on our 3D renderings and lacquer samples alone—without ever opening a drawer. “Their trust in my expertise and Cantoni’s reputation were a major deciding factor,” says Sarah. This plush second home, complete with a private boat dock right out back, counts as one of Sarah’s proudest accomplishments. “These long-time clients are great. They love Cantoni and appreciate high quality Italian furnishings in particular. The home is so gorgeous that once you are inside and open the Nano doors, you simply don’t want to leave.” The job took almost two years to complete, but everyone seems quite happy with the results, proving that large or small—and in cases necessitating a quick turnaround or execution of a long-term vision—Cantoni has the resources to come through for all clients.

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escalier en acier et verre, sur 3 niveaux, réalisé et construit entièrement sur place, les filins sont en acier, des leds éclairent chaque marche, le mur est en chaux ferrée, le petit meuble en miroirs est utilisé pour ranger les chaussures , le vase est un vase ancien des années 60

Le client désirai que l'ensemble soit le plus épuré possible et en verre. Nous avons donc installé ce garde corps avec une pose à l'anglaise. Il est composé de 3 vitrages feuilletés polis qui sont fixés par un kit DEFENDER LOGLI avec habillage en aluminium brossé.

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Scala e passerella di collegamento piano terra (cucina e living) e piano primo (zona notte). Vetro extra-chiaro temprato e stratificato e acciaio inox AISI 304 satinato. Accessori in acciaio cromato lucido.