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Elegant patio photo in Bridgeport

A staircase lives two lives. One as an architectural feature, and another as a functional piece of the home. This transitional design handles both with ease. Natural white oak treads flow from the hardwood floors below, making the staircase feel fundamental to the home rather than inserted into it. White painted risers and pin balusters keep the composition light and open, letting natural light move freely through the space. The glossy black handrail and newels add an edge to the design, creating definition against the white paint and warm oak elements. Tying it together, the over-the-post balustrade creates a flowing line that draws the eye up. A staircase that doesn't demand attention, but rewards those who pause to notice it. 1976-2026 © Century Stair Company

A staircase lives two lives. One as an architectural feature, and another as a functional piece of the home. This transitional design handles both with ease. Natural white oak treads flow from the hardwood floors below, making the staircase feel fundamental to the home rather than inserted into it. White painted risers and pin balusters keep the composition light and open, letting natural light move freely through the space. The glossy black handrail and newels add an edge to the design, creating definition against the white paint and warm oak elements. Tying it together, the over-the-post balustrade creates a flowing line that draws the eye up. A staircase that doesn't demand attention, but rewards those who pause to notice it. 1976-2026 © Century Stair Company

Add a touch of style in your home with this inviting Folio desk from the CorLiving Collection. This classic item is featured in our Modern Wenge faux wood finish and is accented with scissor styled legs, timelessly styled and compliments any decor style. The desktop offers plenty of room to spread out homework or rest a laptop. The three generous drawers in the desk are large enough to hide papers away, while the three cubbies in the low profile hutch offer plenty of open space for a display of books and keepsakes. The perfect practical addition in your home offering great value. Modern Wenge faux wood finish Large surface desk area with low profile hutch for open storage space Three generous storage drawers Sturdy scissor styled legs Sold individually CARB compliant

Imperial Solar Post Cap Light by Classy Caps
Example of a deck design in Minneapolis

A staircase lives two lives. One as an architectural feature, and another as a functional piece of the home. This transitional design handles both with ease. Natural white oak treads flow from the hardwood floors below, making the staircase feel fundamental to the home rather than inserted into it. White painted risers and pin balusters keep the composition light and open, letting natural light move freely through the space. The glossy black handrail and newels add an edge to the design, creating definition against the white paint and warm oak elements. Tying it together, the over-the-post balustrade creates a flowing line that draws the eye up. A staircase that doesn't demand attention, but rewards those who pause to notice it. 1976-2026 © Century Stair Company

A staircase lives two lives. One as an architectural feature, and another as a functional piece of the home. This transitional design handles both with ease. Natural white oak treads flow from the hardwood floors below, making the staircase feel fundamental to the home rather than inserted into it. White painted risers and pin balusters keep the composition light and open, letting natural light move freely through the space. The glossy black handrail and newels add an edge to the design, creating definition against the white paint and warm oak elements. Tying it together, the over-the-post balustrade creates a flowing line that draws the eye up. A staircase that doesn't demand attention, but rewards those who pause to notice it. 1976-2026 © Century Stair Company

A staircase lives two lives. One as an architectural feature, and another as a functional piece of the home. This transitional design handles both with ease. Natural white oak treads flow from the hardwood floors below, making the staircase feel fundamental to the home rather than inserted into it. White painted risers and pin balusters keep the composition light and open, letting natural light move freely through the space. The glossy black handrail and newels add an edge to the design, creating definition against the white paint and warm oak elements. Tying it together, the over-the-post balustrade creates a flowing line that draws the eye up. A staircase that doesn't demand attention, but rewards those who pause to notice it. 1976-2026 © Century Stair Company

The king post truss draws its beauty from its simplicity. It consists of two diagonal timbers called struts, one horizontal beam that ties the two rafters together, and the king post in the center connecting the peak to the horizontal beam below. Traditionally the struts are joined to the king post above the horizontal beam.

An excellent example of complimenting an already existing structure. This beautiful Rich Sequoia attached DIY pergola kit is attached to the top of the pre-existing timber railing posts and —by all appearances— one would think the deck and pergola were the same structure, built at the same time. The pergola covers an outdoor kitchen and dining area and features the integrated power posts wherein the power lines run through the length of the posts —fully protected and pre-wired for convenience.

Traditional Glass Railings with Black Metal Posts. Glass panels secured with side clamps. Handrail brackets installed on the posts.
Elegant wooden straight glass railing staircase photo in Toronto with wooden risers

The post and beams that make up the wall and the table come from a grain bin that was built in the 1840's. They were 12x12'' white oak beams and we also used them to make up the cabinets. Jon Eady Photography

Inspiration for a timeless home design remodel in Portland

For decades, GE has cultivated a well-deserved reputation as the masters of home appliance design and manufacture. With unmatched quality, durability, and resilience, GE products are designed to last a lifetime. That's what makes them the best. And now, GE brings the Profile series, a collection of products made to meet -- and exceed -- their highest standards for excellence. These top of the line high-end products combine the best in contemporary industrial design with the height of modern engineering and appliance technologies to help transform your whole life. Sporting bold, dramatic lines, stainless steel construction, and some of the most exciting features you'll find anywhere, GE Profile is a profile in wonder.

This platform bed features graceful continuous curve of the upholstered headboard and the clean, low-profile wooden platform. The flowing silhouette gives the bed a sculptural presence while maintaining a minimalist aesthetic. Designed for contemporary, Scandinavian, Japandi and organic-modern bedrooms, this handcrafted bed can be customized to suit individual requirements.

A staircase lives two lives. One as an architectural feature, and another as a functional piece of the home. This transitional design handles both with ease. Natural white oak treads flow from the hardwood floors below, making the staircase feel fundamental to the home rather than inserted into it. White painted risers and pin balusters keep the composition light and open, letting natural light move freely through the space. The glossy black handrail and newels add an edge to the design, creating definition against the white paint and warm oak elements. Tying it together, the over-the-post balustrade creates a flowing line that draws the eye up. A staircase that doesn't demand attention, but rewards those who pause to notice it. 1976-2026 © Century Stair Company

Arts and crafts family room photo in Edmonton with a standard fireplace and a tile fireplace

A staircase lives two lives. One as an architectural feature, and another as a functional piece of the home. This transitional design handles both with ease. Natural white oak treads flow from the hardwood floors below, making the staircase feel fundamental to the home rather than inserted into it. White painted risers and pin balusters keep the composition light and open, letting natural light move freely through the space. The glossy black handrail and newels add an edge to the design, creating definition against the white paint and warm oak elements. Tying it together, the over-the-post balustrade creates a flowing line that draws the eye up. A staircase that doesn't demand attention, but rewards those who pause to notice it. 1976-2026 © Century Stair Company

Traditional stairs with a different tread profile, square edge.
Example of a large classic wooden l-shaped wood railing staircase design in Portland with wooden risers