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Before & After
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Main Stair - Before and After

12 years ago
This just illustrates what you can do with a dated stair. We simply cleaned up some of the lines and exposed elements that were once covered, such as the beautiful brick wall and stairs, giving it some historic character with a clean, updated look.
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  • 12 years ago
    Wow! The brick adds so much character. Love it!

    Comments (10)

    • PRO
      12 years ago
      Nothing beats character!
      Jorge Mastropietro Architects thanked Rebecca Mitchell Interiors
    • 12 years ago
      Love it! Did you replace the light or remove it?
      Jorge Mastropietro Architects thanked houseatthelake
    • PRO
      12 years ago
      I love the idea of adding bricks.
      Jorge Mastropietro Architects thanked DSC DesignWorks
    • PRO
      12 years ago
      Love it - definitely gives it a bit more texture.
      Jorge Mastropietro Architects thanked Cast Glass Images Inc.
    • PRO
      12 years ago
      The light fixture was removed in favor of recessed and indirect LED lights.
    • 8 years ago

      are those faux brick walls?

    • 8 years ago

      I don't know about this one. Why would you put the wall up where the banister was? Now its enclosed instead of open. I'm not a fan of the dark floor stairs but its way better than carpet. The bricks are cool but if their fake then not so much.

    • PRO
      8 years ago
      Looks awesome!
    • PRO
      8 years ago

      Very cool...love the brick!

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