Mid-century meets modern – this project demonstrates the potential of a heritage renovation that builds upon the past. The major renovations and extension encourage a strong relationship between the landscape, as part of daily life, and cater to a large family passionate about their neighbourhood and entertaining.

Edwardian Bayside Home

Studio Stijl

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Saddle Rock Hampton style Estate

Prestige Custom Building & Construction, Inc.

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Calender

ALLEN ARCHITECTURE LLC

Brian McWeeney
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Weatherwood Home

New Image Construction

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Midtown Duplex Apartment

Shenton Architects LLP

Located in the Midtown East neighborhood of Turtle Bay, this project involved combining two separate units to create a duplex three bedroom apartment. The upper unit required a gut renovation to provide a new Master Bedroom suite, including the replacement of an existing Kitchen with a Master Bathroom, remodeling a second bathroom, and adding new closets and cabinetry throughout. An opening was made in the steel floor structure between the units to install a new stair. The lower unit had been renovated recently and only needed work in the Living/Dining area to accommodate the new staircase. Given the long and narrow proportion of the apartment footprint, it was important that the stair be spatially efficient while creating a focal element to unify the apartment. The stair structure takes the concept of a spine beam and splits it into two thin steel plates, which support horizontal plates recessed into the underside of the treads. The wall adjacent to the stair was clad with vertical wood slats to physically connect the two levels and define a double height space. Whitewashed oak flooring runs through both floors, with solid white oak for the stair treads and window countertops. The blackened steel stair structure contrasts with white satin lacquer finishes to the slat wall and built-in cabinetry. On the upper floor, full height electrolytic glass panels bring natural light into the stair hall from the Master Bedroom, while providing privacy when needed. archphoto.com

4_Ornamental Iron Balustrade System in Stylish Home, Ashburn VA 20147

Century Stair Company

This unique balustrade system was cut to the exact specifications provided by project’s builder/owner and it is now featured in his large and gorgeous living area. These ornamental structure create stylish spatial boundaries and provide structural support; it amplifies the look of the space and elevate the décor of this custom home. CSC 1976-2020 © Century Stair Company ® All rights reserved.

Bamboo Tiny House - Tansu Stairs

Tiny Digs

A simple shed roof design allows for an open-feeling living area, featuring Tansu stairs that lead to the sleeping loft. This statement piece of cabinetry become stairway is adorned with Asian brass hardware and grass cloth.

HONEST HOUSE

ATELIER O2

photo:SAKAI Koji・TAKASHI Osugi
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St. Paul Remodel

Kuhl Design Build LLC

Troy Gustafson
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Contemporary Staircase

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Ambler Whole House Renovation

Harth Builders

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Stairway

SF Modern

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Music Room Stairway

Forte Building Group, LLC

Mid-sized midcentury wood straight staircase in Nashville with painted wood risers and wood railing.

Lake Charlevoix Coastal Cottage

Petoskey Kitchen and Bath - Designs By Dawn

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Staircase to the Basement.

HTR Basements

Staircase leading into the Basement.
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Modern Farmhouse-Upstate

Crisp Architects

Handrail detail. Photographer: Rob Karosis
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Presidio Heights Curated Contemporary

Regan Baker Design Inc.

Well-traveled. Relaxed. Timeless. Our well-traveled clients were soon-to-be empty nesters when they approached us for help reimagining their Presidio Heights home. The expansive Spanish-Revival residence originally constructed in 1908 had been substantially renovated 8 year prior, but needed some adaptations to better suit the needs of a family with three college-bound teens. We evolved the space to be a bright, relaxed reflection of the family’s time together, revising the function and layout of the ground-floor rooms and filling them with casual, comfortable furnishings and artifacts collected abroad. One of the key changes we made to the space plan was to eliminate the formal dining room and transform an area off the kitchen into a casual gathering spot for our clients and their children. The expandable table and coffee/wine bar means the room can handle large dinner parties and small study sessions with similar ease. The family room was relocated from a lower level to be more central part of the main floor, encouraging more quality family time, and freeing up space for a spacious home gym. In the living room, lounge-worthy upholstery grounds the space, encouraging a relaxed and effortless West Coast vibe. Exposed wood beams recall the original Spanish-influence, but feel updated and fresh in a light wood stain. Throughout the entry and main floor, found artifacts punctate the softer textures — ceramics from New Mexico, religious sculpture from Asia and a quirky wall-mounted phone that belonged to our client’s grandmother.