‘Oh What A Ceiling!’ ingeniously transformed a tired mid-century brick veneer house into a suburban oasis for a multigenerational family. Our clients, Gabby and Peter, came to us with a desire to reimagine their ageing home such that it could better cater to their modern lifestyles, accommodate those of their adult children and grandchildren, and provide a more intimate and meaningful connection with their garden. The renovation would reinvigorate their home and allow them to re-engage with their passions for cooking and sewing, and explore their skills in the garden and workshop.

Photo of a mid-sized midcentury wood straight staircase in Auckland with wood risers, metal railing and wallpaper.

Solid hardwood stair with slatted screening and wall panelling.
Photo of a beach style wood straight staircase in Other with open risers, wood railing and panelled walls.

Traditional painted wood u-shaped staircase in Kent with painted wood risers, wood railing, decorative wall panelling and wallpaper.

This stunning staircase combines modern monochrome style with timeless elegance. A herringbone-patterned grey runner with bold black edging creates a striking focal point against crisp white steps, while geometric black metal spindles bring an architectural touch to the balustrade. Overhead, a dramatic multi-globe chandelier enhances the space with contemporary glamour, perfectly complementing the clean white walls and light-filled entryway. The design flows seamlessly into the hallway below, where elegant seating and statement decor complete this welcoming home entrance. ✅ Perfect for: staircase design ideas, modern hallway inspiration, and monochrome interior styling

Photo of a small mediterranean wood straight staircase in Palma de Mallorca with open risers, metal railing and brick walls.

transformation d'un escalier classique en bois et aménagement de l'espace sous escalier en bureau contemporain. Création d'une bibliothèques et de nouvelles marches en bas de l'escalier, garde-corps en lames bois verticales en chêne

Nous avons choisi de dessiner les bureaux à l’image du magazine Beaux-Arts : un support neutre sur une trame contemporaine, un espace modulable dont le contenu change mensuellement. Les cadres au mur sont des pages blanches dans lesquelles des œuvres peuvent prendre place. Pour les mettre en valeur, nous avons choisi un blanc chaud dans l’intégralité des bureaux, afin de créer un espace clair et lumineux. La rampe d’escalier devait contraster avec le chêne déjà présent au sol, que nous avons prolongé à la verticale sur les murs pour que le visiteur lève la tête et que sont regard soit attiré par les œuvres exposées. Une belle entrée, majestueuse, nous sommes dans le volume respirant de l’accueil. Nous sommes chez « Les Beaux-Arts Magazine ».

Gentle sloping steps and balustrade make it easier and safer to access the top of the garden.
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional wood l-shaped staircase in Dorset with wood risers, wood railing and wood walls.

A beautiful staircase now graces the entry of this home with an oversized window allowing for plenty of natural light to stream in whilst also providing a stunning view of the green leafy surrounds. The stone-clad wall is a showstopper upon entry and complements the location of this home.

Design ideas for a modern straight staircase in Frankfurt with metal railing and wood walls.

Maison contemporaine avec bardage bois ouverte sur la nature
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary wood straight staircase in Paris with open risers, metal railing and brick walls.

The main internal feature of the house, the design of the floating staircase involved extensive days working together with a structural engineer to refine so that each solid timber stair tread sat perfectly in between long vertical timber battens without the need for stair stringers. This unique staircase was intended to give a feeling of lightness to complement the floating facade and continuous flow of internal spaces. The warm timber of the staircase continues throughout the refined, minimalist interiors, with extensive use for flooring, kitchen cabinetry and ceiling, combined with luxurious marble in the bathrooms and wrapping the high-ceilinged main bedroom in plywood panels with 10mm express joints.

Mid-sized contemporary wood curved staircase in Munich with open risers, wood railing and wood walls.

Bespoke herringbone stair runner installed in a Chiswick home, featuring a contrasting border for a clean, tailored finish. Designed to complement classic wall panelling and modern interiors, with precise fitting on straight steps and winders. A perfect balance of durability, comfort, and timeless style for London homes.

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary carpeted u-shaped staircase in Other with carpet risers, wood railing and wallpaper.

Design ideas for a transitional wood u-shaped staircase in Sydney with wood risers, wood railing and wallpaper.

Stairwell Interior Design Project in Richmond, West London We were approached by a couple who had seen our work and were keen for us to mastermind their project for them. They had lived in this house in Richmond, West London for a number of years so when the time came to embark upon an interior design project, they wanted to get all their ducks in a row first. We spent many hours together, brainstorming ideas and formulating a tight interior design brief prior to hitting the drawing board. Reimagining the interior of an old building comes pretty easily when you’re working with a gorgeous property like this. The proportions of the windows and doors were deserving of emphasis. The layouts lent themselves so well to virtually any style of interior design. For this reason we love working on period houses. It was quickly decided that we would extend the house at the rear to accommodate the new kitchen-diner. The Shaker-style kitchen was made bespoke by a specialist joiner, and hand painted in Farrow & Ball eggshell. We had three brightly coloured glass pendants made bespoke by Curiousa & Curiousa, which provide an elegant wash of light over the island. The initial brief for this project came through very clearly in our brainstorming sessions. As we expected, we were all very much in harmony when it came to the design style and general aesthetic of the interiors. In the entrance hall, staircases and landings for example, we wanted to create an immediate ‘wow factor’. To get this effect, we specified our signature ‘in-your-face’ Roger Oates stair runners! A quirky wallpaper by Cole & Son and some statement plants pull together the scheme nicely.

Enclosed staircase with hidden storage. Grey tiles and blackbutt timber treads with black steel balustrade. Austral brick feature wall. Kaleen Townhouses Interior design and styling by Studio Black Interiors Build by REP Building Photography by Hcreations