Eye-catching staircase embellishments surprise and delight. What's on your risers?

Wallpapered stair risers, a striped lime-green ceiling and creative artwork are just the beginning in this designer's 1910 home in Canada

On stair risers and dressers, for practical use or pure decoration, old-fashioned rulers have design appeal that measures up

Learn how math and craft come together for stairs that do their job beautifully

See how lighted handrails, stair treads and more can make navigating inclines and passages easier for all ages

From ornate iron scrollwork to spiral-cut wood dowels, balustrades are great supporting acts

This piece can stick out or just be an edge on stairs, tabletops and more

Understanding how stairs are designed and laid out can help you make the best decisions for safety and beauty in your home

Can a geometric-patterned runner hide stains, protect stairs and create interest in interior designs? You do the math

There are benefits to allowing plants to invade your garden stairs