I have a curved staircase too, but mine has a large pilar towards the front, just left of where the stairs start. Should I still put something in this concave space, or just leave it empty and minimalist-looking?

Thanks for the comments! I'd like something to sit on. It has been suggested to me that maybe I could do 2 chairs & a table. What do you think?

sspark ... you should post as a separate dilemma with pictures. Would love to see it!

In a previous home, I put two chairs on either side of a small round table in the curve of the staircase. It was cute. Try it.

Thanks Bonnie! I just bought two chairs. I'm on the hunt now for a table.