Speaking of lighting, I just wish I had a spiral staircase so I could hang a chandelier like this one. It's so dramatic and so cool - it looks like a waterfall and a whirlpool all at once. I love it.

I couldn't resist adding this photo of crystal ball lighting from another angle. The overall look is so delicate, but festive.

A really bold centerpiece can turn a plain old staircase into a grandiose space. Of course, the spiral staircase design here really showcases the decoration but you can create the same effect by hanging appropriate decor from the ceiling at the center or the top of any staircase.

circular staircase with "bulb" sculpture thru it

light fixture

glass!