This contemporary staircase features a frameless glass balustrade that creates an invisible barrier, allowing natural light to flow freely into the living area while maintaining clean, uncluttered sightlines. The glass panels are held by a grooved top handrail and wide bottom stringer, creating a sleek, modern profile. Thick squared-off oak treads and matching risers provide warmth and substance against the transparency of the glass. The combination of natural wood and frameless glass enhances the home's modern aesthetic, proving that the right balustrade choice can transform how a space feels and functions. 1976-2026 © Century Stair Company

This contemporary staircase features a frameless glass balustrade that creates an invisible barrier, allowing natural light to flow freely into the living area while maintaining clean, uncluttered sightlines. The glass panels are held by a grooved top handrail and wide bottom stringer, creating a sleek, modern profile. Thick squared-off oak treads and matching risers provide warmth and substance against the transparency of the glass. The combination of natural wood and frameless glass enhances the home's modern aesthetic, proving that the right balustrade choice can transform how a space feels and functions. 1976-2026 © Century Stair Company

Every detail of this European villa-style home exudes a uniquely finished feel. Our design goals were to invoke a sense of travel while simultaneously cultivating a homely and inviting ambience. This project reflects our commitment to crafting spaces seamlessly blending luxury with functionality. The primary bedroom suite was transformed into a tranquil inner sanctum, evoking the ambience of a resort hotel in coastal Cannes. Layers of tufted linens and embroidered trims adorned a palette of light blues and creams. The sophisticated atmosphere was enhanced with luxurious details, including reading lights, automatic shades, and a custom-designed window seat and vanity. --- Project completed by Wendy Langston's Everything Home interior design firm, which serves Carmel, Zionsville, Fishers, Westfield, Noblesville, and Indianapolis. For more about Everything Home, see here: https://everythinghomedesigns.com/

The footprint of the kitchen was not drastically altered; however it was fully redesigned to seamlessly integrate with the dining and living areas. Walls were removed that framed the existing layout and separated the kitchen from the adjacent rooms. The side of the cabinetry facing the dining room and living room now showcase a dramatic bar and counter seating area clad in steel panels and a 7” thick walnut countertop with hidden storage. The cabinets are white with a twist: rift cut white oak with a semi-transparent paint, allowing the natural color to slightly bleed through thus enhancing its rustic nature. Grey quartz countertops echo the abundant natural rock formations on the property further connecting the kitchen to the home and gorgeous exterior surroundings. Unique details include the steel cladding behind the cooktop and sink to protect the wood countertop, reusing steel for the sleek custom kitchen table support, and a steel backsplash adjacent to the refrigerator. The dining room walls are custom painted in a color-on-color birch tree motif and live edge wood slabs were chosen for both the kitchen and dining tabletops. General lighting was thoughtfully considered and incorporates small aperture, square trimmed LED recessed fixtures throughout. Photo: Peter Krupenye

The project involved a spacious 900 sq. ft. master suite addition, complemented by an expanded kitchen and dining area. What began as a simple addition evolved into a complete home remodel, including a guest bathroom and adjacent his-and-her offices. The design vision centered on clean, modern lines combined with warm, earthy tones and natural materials. In the kitchen, the absence of upper cabinets creates a minimalist feel, with sleek floating shelves illuminated by built-in LED lights. The hood was integrated into the ceiling/wall, finished with drywall and plaster to seamlessly blend into the space, making it almost invisible. A semi-transparent barn door conceals the bar and laundry area, which were thoughtfully incorporated into the kitchen design. The master suite features a spacious bathroom with custom details, including a floating vanity designed to exact specifications. The 4” thick waterfall countertop wraps around the vanity for a refined look. The mirrors, also functional as storage, feature hidden medicine cabinets built directly into the wall. The bathroom floor is lined with warm beige tiles, complemented by 3D peach-colored tiles in the shower and vanity wall, adding texture and warmth to the space. An elegant architectural light fixture, positioned between the two mirrors, enhances the overall ambiance.

Windows (venting units) pushed all the way up to totally enclose the space. Flooring — 7" x 48" x 5mm with Enhanced Bevel, Gatehouse Oak Ceiling — T & G translucent whitewash finish Siding — Diamond Kote Color Oyster Shell

Minimalistic Shades in bottom up top down sliding doors. An interesting fabric pattern for the pleated shades enhance the design of the room - the function of the shade allows for maximum view and privacey. Installed by our home owner - job well done.

This frameless glass office partition was designed and installed to achieve a seamless integration between transparency and functionality. The system features sliding tempered Low-Iron glass panels, providing exceptional clarity and a refined aesthetic suitable for high-end interior spaces. The stainless steel top track was fully recessed into the ceiling, ensuring a clean, floating appearance that enhances the minimalist architecture of the office. A custom floor channel was engineered to align perfectly with the flooring finish, offering both structural stability and visual continuity.

The clients were deeply attached to their existing home and its prime location, but they needed more space. The goal was to expand while preserving the character of the historical house and enhancing the ocean views. This extensive renovation modernized the space, improved its flow, and seamlessly integrated a new addition. To boost energy efficiency, we upgraded insulation throughout and replaced all windows. Inside, we refreshed the interiors with white oak ceiling beams that added warmth and delineated spaces within the open floor plan. The main stair was transformed into a striking modern feature, featuring a steel center stringer and glass rails. This design choice maintains transparency, keeping the kitchen connected to the other areas on the first floor while elevating the overall aesthetic.

Features Intricate Carving: The door boasts a stunning, deeply carved scene featuring trees, a deer, and a mountain landscape. The level of detail in the carving is impressive. Natural Theme: The design evokes a strong connection to nature, with its depiction of trees, a deer, and a mountain landscape. Glass Panel: A rectangular glass panel is integrated into the design, adding a touch of transparency and allowing natural light to filter through. Material and Construction: Wood: The door is constructed from a rich, reddish-brown wood - mahogany. Sturdiness: The door is tenon and mortise well-constructed and sturdy, with a solid frame and robust hardware. Other Details: Door Knob: A traditional, round door knob adds a classic touch. Framing: The door is framed with a matching wood trim, enhancing its overall aesthetic appeal. The door's intricate carving depicting a natural scene, would be well-suited for a variety of applications where a connection to nature and a touch of rustic elegance are desired. Here are some potential applications: Residential: Mountain Cabins and Lodges: The door's natural theme would perfectly complement the rustic charm of a mountain cabin or lodge. Homes with a Rustic or Nature-Inspired Aesthetic: It would be a striking addition to homes with a rustic, log cabin, or country-style design. Homes with Expansive Views: The door could be used in homes with stunning natural views, creating a seamless transition between the indoor and outdoor spaces. Home Offices/Studios: For those seeking a connection to nature while working from home, this door could create a peaceful and inspiring workspace. Commercial: Eco-Lodges and Retreats: The door's natural theme would align well with the ethos of eco-friendly accommodations. Nature-Themed Restaurants and Cafes: The door could create a welcoming and inviting entrance for establishments with a focus on natural ingredients and outdoor dining. Art Galleries and Studios: The door's artistic nature could make it a suitable addition to spaces dedicated to art and nature. Other Applications: Treehouses and Cabins: The door's unique design would make it a whimsical and enchanting entrance for a treehouse or cabin. Nature-Themed Event Spaces: The door could add a touch of rustic elegance to event spaces such as wedding venues or nature-themed retreats. Overall, the door's intricate carving and natural theme make it a versatile and appealing option for a variety of applications where a connection to nature and a touch of rustic charm are desired.

This staircase pairs neutrally stained wood with clear glass panels for a refined, contemporary look. Glass balustrades create transparent sightlines that reinforce the open, unobstructed feel throughout multiple levels. The geometric lines of the treads establish a clean modern rhythm, while the cohesive stain across treads, stringers, newels, and handrail unifies the entire structure. Open risers on the upper flights further enhance the light-filled atmosphere, allowing natural light to flow freely through the vertical space. The result is a design that feels both timeless and fresh, with subtle nods to midcentury modern aesthetic. 1976-2026 © Century Stair Company

The scale of the vaulted ceiling is lowered at the bed, as it tucks into a niche, with an enhanced sense of shelter. Atelier Wong Photography
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This staircase pairs neutrally stained wood with clear glass panels for a refined, contemporary look. Glass balustrades create transparent sightlines that reinforce the open, unobstructed feel throughout multiple levels. The geometric lines of the treads establish a clean modern rhythm, while the cohesive stain across treads, stringers, newels, and handrail unifies the entire structure. Open risers on the upper flights further enhance the light-filled atmosphere, allowing natural light to flow freely through the vertical space. The result is a design that feels both timeless and fresh, with subtle nods to midcentury modern aesthetic. 1976-2026 © Century Stair Company

The site descends from the street and is privileged with dynamic natural views toward a creek below and beyond. To incorporate the existing landscape into the daily life of the residents, the house steps down to the natural topography. A continuous and jogging retaining wall from outside to inside embeds the structure below natural grade at the front with flush transitions at its rear facade. All indoor spaces open up to a central courtyard which terraces down to the tree canopy, creating a readily visible and occupiable transitional space between man-made and nature. The courtyard scheme is simplified by two wings representing common and private zones - connected by a glass dining “bridge." This transparent volume also visually connects the front yard to the courtyard, clearing for the prospect view, while maintaining a subdued street presence. The staircase acts as a vertical “knuckle,” mediating shifting wing angles while contrasting the predominant horizontality of the house. Crips materiality and detailing, deep roof overhangs, and the one-and-half story wall at the rear further enhance the connection between outdoors and indoors, providing nuanced natural lighting throughout and a meaningful framed procession through the property. Photography Charles Davis Smith

Refined Continuity: Bridging Classical Architecture and Modern Living This comprehensive remodel of a grand Cow Hollow residence reimagines a historically expressive envelope through a lens of contemporary livability, precision detailing, and material restraint. The design approach carefully balances the home’s classical proportions and ornamental heritage with a refined, modern sensibility—evident in the disciplined palette of warm neutrals, soft plasters, pale oak flooring, and tailored millwork. Circulation has been clarified and subtly expanded to enhance spatial flow, while openings are leveraged to capture light, garden outlooks, and distant water views. Throughout, architectural interventions are executed with a high level of craft, ensuring that new insertions—whether cabinetry, railings, or apertures—read as seamless continuations of the original structure rather than applied elements. The kitchen serves as the operational and visual anchor of the home, conceived as a sculptural yet highly functional environment. Custom rift-cut cabinetry, softened through a desaturated finish, is paired with honed stone surfaces and integrated brass hardware to create a quiet, tactile richness. A monolithic island establishes a central gathering point, while perimeter work zones are carefully layered with concealed storage, integrated appliances, and open, backlit shelving that elevates everyday objects into curated displays. The adjacent bar and entertaining areas extend this language, reinforcing a cohesive hospitality-driven program. In parallel, the primary bathroom is designed as a serene, spa-like retreat, where bookmatched stone, frameless glass enclosures, and finely detailed metalwork converge. The composition prioritizes symmetry, clarity, and light—balancing generous volumes with intimate moments through integrated lighting, custom vanities, and a restrained material hierarchy. The library and ancillary living spaces introduce a more intimate scale, anchored by bespoke built-ins that combine closed storage with illuminated display niches, creating depth and rhythm along the walls. Here, material transitions and furniture integration are handled with particular nuance, allowing the architecture to support both quiet retreat and social gathering. A continuous language of custom railings—executed in refined metal profiles—threads through the interior and extends outward, where the exterior gate and garden elements have been reinterpreted to align with the home’s renewed identity. The entry sequence is now defined by a calibrated interplay of solidity and transparency, with sculptural metalwork and landscape integration establishing a sense of arrival that is both secure and elegant. Collectively, the project reflects a holistic transformation—one that elevates performance, livability, and aesthetic clarity while preserving the inherent dignity of the original architecture.

This staircase pairs neutrally stained wood with clear glass panels for a refined, contemporary look. Glass balustrades create transparent sightlines that reinforce the open, unobstructed feel throughout multiple levels. The geometric lines of the treads establish a clean modern rhythm, while the cohesive stain across treads, stringers, newels, and handrail unifies the entire structure. Open risers on the upper flights further enhance the light-filled atmosphere, allowing natural light to flow freely through the vertical space. The result is a design that feels both timeless and fresh, with subtle nods to midcentury modern aesthetic. 1976-2026 © Century Stair Company

The clients were deeply attached to their existing home and its prime location, but they needed more space. The goal was to expand while preserving the character of the historical house and enhancing the ocean views. This extensive renovation modernized the space, improved its flow, and seamlessly integrated a new addition. To boost energy efficiency, we upgraded insulation throughout and replaced all windows. Inside, we refreshed the interiors with white oak ceiling beams that added warmth and delineated spaces within the open floor plan. The main stair was transformed into a striking modern feature, featuring a steel center stringer and glass rails. This design choice maintains transparency, keeping the kitchen connected to the other areas on the first floor while elevating the overall aesthetic.

Refined Continuity: Bridging Classical Architecture and Modern Living This comprehensive remodel of a grand Cow Hollow residence reimagines a historically expressive envelope through a lens of contemporary livability, precision detailing, and material restraint. The design approach carefully balances the home’s classical proportions and ornamental heritage with a refined, modern sensibility—evident in the disciplined palette of warm neutrals, soft plasters, pale oak flooring, and tailored millwork. Circulation has been clarified and subtly expanded to enhance spatial flow, while openings are leveraged to capture light, garden outlooks, and distant water views. Throughout, architectural interventions are executed with a high level of craft, ensuring that new insertions—whether cabinetry, railings, or apertures—read as seamless continuations of the original structure rather than applied elements. The kitchen serves as the operational and visual anchor of the home, conceived as a sculptural yet highly functional environment. Custom rift-cut cabinetry, softened through a desaturated finish, is paired with honed stone surfaces and integrated brass hardware to create a quiet, tactile richness. A monolithic island establishes a central gathering point, while perimeter work zones are carefully layered with concealed storage, integrated appliances, and open, backlit shelving that elevates everyday objects into curated displays. The adjacent bar and entertaining areas extend this language, reinforcing a cohesive hospitality-driven program. In parallel, the primary bathroom is designed as a serene, spa-like retreat, where bookmatched stone, frameless glass enclosures, and finely detailed metalwork converge. The composition prioritizes symmetry, clarity, and light—balancing generous volumes with intimate moments through integrated lighting, custom vanities, and a restrained material hierarchy. The library and ancillary living spaces introduce a more intimate scale, anchored by bespoke built-ins that combine closed storage with illuminated display niches, creating depth and rhythm along the walls. Here, material transitions and furniture integration are handled with particular nuance, allowing the architecture to support both quiet retreat and social gathering. A continuous language of custom railings—executed in refined metal profiles—threads through the interior and extends outward, where the exterior gate and garden elements have been reinterpreted to align with the home’s renewed identity. The entry sequence is now defined by a calibrated interplay of solidity and transparency, with sculptural metalwork and landscape integration establishing a sense of arrival that is both secure and elegant. Collectively, the project reflects a holistic transformation—one that elevates performance, livability, and aesthetic clarity while preserving the inherent dignity of the original architecture.