The three-level Mediterranean revival home started as a 1930s summer cottage that expanded downward and upward over time. We used a clean, crisp white wall plaster with bronze hardware throughout the interiors to give the house continuity. A neutral color palette and minimalist furnishings create a sense of calm restraint. Subtle and nuanced textures and variations in tints add visual interest. The stair risers from the living room to the primary suite are hand-painted terra cotta tile in gray and off-white. We used the same tile resource in the kitchen for the island's toe kick.

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With its continuous railing system that flows from the main floor all the way to the loft level, this staircase showcases impressive engineering and expert craftsmanship. The design required tight turns, precision fittings, and custom solutions. Gray paint on the classically designed newels and thin wood balusters gives the traditional rail system a modern edge. Charcoal gray treads with rounded bullnose details pair with crisp white risers, creating clean contrast throughout. The result is a staircase that honors traditional design while embracing contemporary color choices. 1976-2026 © Century Stair Company

With its continuous railing system that flows from the main floor all the way to the loft level, this staircase showcases impressive engineering and expert craftsmanship. The design required tight turns, precision fittings, and custom solutions. Gray paint on the classically designed newels and thin wood balusters gives the traditional rail system a modern edge. Charcoal gray treads with rounded bullnose details pair with crisp white risers, creating clean contrast throughout. The result is a staircase that honors traditional design while embracing contemporary color choices. 1976-2026 © Century Stair Company

With its continuous railing system that flows from the main floor all the way to the loft level, this staircase showcases impressive engineering and expert craftsmanship. The design required tight turns, precision fittings, and custom solutions. Gray paint on the classically designed newels and thin wood balusters gives the traditional rail system a modern edge. Charcoal gray treads with rounded bullnose details pair with crisp white risers, creating clean contrast throughout. The result is a staircase that honors traditional design while embracing contemporary color choices. 1976-2026 © Century Stair Company

With its continuous railing system that flows from the main floor all the way to the loft level, this staircase showcases impressive engineering and expert craftsmanship. The design required tight turns, precision fittings, and custom solutions. Gray paint on the classically designed newels and thin wood balusters gives the traditional rail system a modern edge. Charcoal gray treads with rounded bullnose details pair with crisp white risers, creating clean contrast throughout. The result is a staircase that honors traditional design while embracing contemporary color choices. 1976-2026 © Century Stair Company

With its continuous railing system that flows from the main floor all the way to the loft level, this staircase showcases impressive engineering and expert craftsmanship. The design required tight turns, precision fittings, and custom solutions. Gray paint on the classically designed newels and thin wood balusters gives the traditional rail system a modern edge. Charcoal gray treads with rounded bullnose details pair with crisp white risers, creating clean contrast throughout. The result is a staircase that honors traditional design while embracing contemporary color choices. 1976-2026 © Century Stair Company

With its continuous railing system that flows from the main floor all the way to the loft level, this staircase showcases impressive engineering and expert craftsmanship. The design required tight turns, precision fittings, and custom solutions. Gray paint on the classically designed newels and thin wood balusters gives the traditional rail system a modern edge. Charcoal gray treads with rounded bullnose details pair with crisp white risers, creating clean contrast throughout. The result is a staircase that honors traditional design while embracing contemporary color choices. 1976-2026 © Century Stair Company

With its continuous railing system that flows from the main floor all the way to the loft level, this staircase showcases impressive engineering and expert craftsmanship. The design required tight turns, precision fittings, and custom solutions. Gray paint on the classically designed newels and thin wood balusters gives the traditional rail system a modern edge. Charcoal gray treads with rounded bullnose details pair with crisp white risers, creating clean contrast throughout. The result is a staircase that honors traditional design while embracing contemporary color choices. 1976-2026 © Century Stair Company

With its continuous railing system that flows from the main floor all the way to the loft level, this staircase showcases impressive engineering and expert craftsmanship. The design required tight turns, precision fittings, and custom solutions. Gray paint on the classically designed newels and thin wood balusters gives the traditional rail system a modern edge. Charcoal gray treads with rounded bullnose details pair with crisp white risers, creating clean contrast throughout. The result is a staircase that honors traditional design while embracing contemporary color choices. 1976-2026 © Century Stair Company

With its continuous railing system that flows from the main floor all the way to the loft level, this staircase showcases impressive engineering and expert craftsmanship. The design required tight turns, precision fittings, and custom solutions. Gray paint on the classically designed newels and thin wood balusters gives the traditional rail system a modern edge. Charcoal gray treads with rounded bullnose details pair with crisp white risers, creating clean contrast throughout. The result is a staircase that honors traditional design while embracing contemporary color choices. 1976-2026 © Century Stair Company

With its continuous railing system that flows from the main floor all the way to the loft level, this staircase showcases impressive engineering and expert craftsmanship. The design required tight turns, precision fittings, and custom solutions. Gray paint on the classically designed newels and thin wood balusters gives the traditional rail system a modern edge. Charcoal gray treads with rounded bullnose details pair with crisp white risers, creating clean contrast throughout. The result is a staircase that honors traditional design while embracing contemporary color choices. 1976-2026 © Century Stair Company

With its continuous railing system that flows from the main floor all the way to the loft level, this staircase showcases impressive engineering and expert craftsmanship. The design required tight turns, precision fittings, and custom solutions. Gray paint on the classically designed newels and thin wood balusters gives the traditional rail system a modern edge. Charcoal gray treads with rounded bullnose details pair with crisp white risers, creating clean contrast throughout. The result is a staircase that honors traditional design while embracing contemporary color choices. 1976-2026 © Century Stair Company

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With its continuous railing system that flows from the main floor all the way to the loft level, this staircase showcases impressive engineering and expert craftsmanship. The design required tight turns, precision fittings, and custom solutions. Gray paint on the classically designed newels and thin wood balusters gives the traditional rail system a modern edge. Charcoal gray treads with rounded bullnose details pair with crisp white risers, creating clean contrast throughout. The result is a staircase that honors traditional design while embracing contemporary color choices. 1976-2026 © Century Stair Company

With its continuous railing system that flows from the main floor all the way to the loft level, this staircase showcases impressive engineering and expert craftsmanship. The design required tight turns, precision fittings, and custom solutions. Gray paint on the classically designed newels and thin wood balusters gives the traditional rail system a modern edge. Charcoal gray treads with rounded bullnose details pair with crisp white risers, creating clean contrast throughout. The result is a staircase that honors traditional design while embracing contemporary color choices. 1976-2026 © Century Stair Company

With its continuous railing system that flows from the main floor all the way to the loft level, this staircase showcases impressive engineering and expert craftsmanship. The design required tight turns, precision fittings, and custom solutions. Gray paint on the classically designed newels and thin wood balusters gives the traditional rail system a modern edge. Charcoal gray treads with rounded bullnose details pair with crisp white risers, creating clean contrast throughout. The result is a staircase that honors traditional design while embracing contemporary color choices. 1976-2026 © Century Stair Company

With its continuous railing system that flows from the main floor all the way to the loft level, this staircase showcases impressive engineering and expert craftsmanship. The design required tight turns, precision fittings, and custom solutions. Gray paint on the classically designed newels and thin wood balusters gives the traditional rail system a modern edge. Charcoal gray treads with rounded bullnose details pair with crisp white risers, creating clean contrast throughout. The result is a staircase that honors traditional design while embracing contemporary color choices. 1976-2026 © Century Stair Company

With its continuous railing system that flows from the main floor all the way to the loft level, this staircase showcases impressive engineering and expert craftsmanship. The design required tight turns, precision fittings, and custom solutions. Gray paint on the classically designed newels and thin wood balusters gives the traditional rail system a modern edge. Charcoal gray treads with rounded bullnose details pair with crisp white risers, creating clean contrast throughout. The result is a staircase that honors traditional design while embracing contemporary color choices. 1976-2026 © Century Stair Company