This month we’re installing two very different styled stairways on two separate projects.
There are four basic parts that give a stairway its unique character: balusters, stringer bracket, handrail, and newel posts. These four parts come together to create a unique design which is an essential part of your home’s personality.
On our Modern Farmhouse project, we’re installing a tension wire cable railing system on hickory steps.
Tension cable railing inspiration
Whereas on another project, we’re installing a traditional craftsman styled stairway in white oak.
Craftsman stairway being installed today
What stairway style would you install in your Forever Home? There are seemingly endless design options… and lots of inspiration online!
Iron handrail, balusters, and newel post on a traditional staircase
In this basement kitchen, notice the stairway leading upstairs has detailed stringer boards
Iron railing is adorned with whimsical seahorses in this Maine beach house
Elegant and airy wrought iron stairway
150 year old treads are found on this traditional farmhouse staircase. Notice the lacquered black newel post and simple round balusters.
An original craftsman stair case featuring simple square wooden balusters and newel posts
This 1920s staircase got a modern update with fresh white paint and gray newel posts and handrails. The straight simple stringer board got a fresh coat of white paint too.
The elegant staircase at Houston Designer, Carol Glasser’s, house
Contemporary stairway with birch stairs and white wall-mounted rail
Modern see-thru stairs with glass panes instead of individual balusters
Wooden staircase in a Houston townhouse, circa 1960s
Is your staircase stuck in the 90s? New balusters and a coat of fresh paint will freshen it up without having to replace everything entirely.
Black newel posts and railing, with white with square balusters
Iron staircase in a Mediterranean styled home in Malibu (notice the pretty tiled risers)
Narrow stairs leading up to a loft
Traditional staircase with white spindles and decorative details on the stringer bracket
Pig wire fencing was used in lieu of balusters, along with original barn wood for newel posts, in this old farmhouse mudroom
Although a stairway simply takes you from one level to another, it is central to the tone you set for your home. Give this feature some extra thought when designing your Forever Home.
