Floating staircase with steel mono-stringer and white oak treads as seen from below. The wood top rail seamlessly flows up the multi level staircase. Stairs and railings by Keuka Studios Photography by Dave Noonan

Lepere Studio
Staircase - mediterranean terra-cotta metal railing staircase idea in Santa Barbara with tile risers

Modern family loft in Boston. New walnut stair treads lead up to the master suite. A wall separating the master bedroom from the double height living space was replaced with a folding glass door to open the bedroom to the living space while still allowing for both visual and acoustical privacy. Surfaces built into the new railing atop the stair create a functional work area with a fantastic view and clear shot to the play space below. The baby nursery below now includes transom windows to share light from the open space. Photos by Eric Roth. Construction by Ralph S. Osmond Company. Green architecture by ZeroEnergy Design. http://www.zeroenergy.com

RVP Photography
Staircase - contemporary wooden u-shaped staircase idea in Cincinnati with wooden risers

We used a free form vine we harvested from our woods as a handrail on these garden steps for a small Buckhead garden.
Design ideas for a traditional landscaping in Atlanta.

MillerRoodell Architects // Gordon Gregory Photography
Mountain style brown one-story wood gable roof photo in Other with a shingle roof

Clean and simple modern wrought iron staircase with glass railings.
Example of a trendy straight metal railing staircase design in Austin

Olson Photographic
Example of a large classic wooden curved metal railing staircase design in New York with painted risers

Anice Hoachlander, Hoachlander Davis Photography
Staircase - 1960s wooden straight open staircase idea in DC Metro

When a world class sailing champion approached us to design a Newport home for his family, with lodging for his sailing crew, we set out to create a clean, light-filled modern home that would integrate with the natural surroundings of the waterfront property, and respect the character of the historic district. Our approach was to make the marine landscape an integral feature throughout the home. One hundred eighty degree views of the ocean from the top floors are the result of the pinwheel massing. The home is designed as an extension of the curvilinear approach to the property through the woods and reflects the gentle undulating waterline of the adjacent saltwater marsh. Floodplain regulations dictated that the primary occupied spaces be located significantly above grade; accordingly, we designed the first and second floors on a stone “plinth” above a walk-out basement with ample storage for sailing equipment. The curved stone base slopes to grade and houses the shallow entry stair, while the same stone clads the interior’s vertical core to the roof, along which the wood, glass and stainless steel stair ascends to the upper level. One critical programmatic requirement was enough sleeping space for the sailing crew, and informal party spaces for the end of race-day gatherings. The private master suite is situated on one side of the public central volume, giving the homeowners views of approaching visitors. A “bedroom bar,” designed to accommodate a full house of guests, emerges from the other side of the central volume, and serves as a backdrop for the infinity pool and the cove beyond. Also essential to the design process was ecological sensitivity and stewardship. The wetlands of the adjacent saltwater marsh were designed to be restored; an extensive geo-thermal heating and cooling system was implemented; low carbon footprint materials and permeable surfaces were used where possible. Native and non-invasive plant species were utilized in the landscape. The abundance of windows and glass railings maximize views of the landscape, and, in deference to the adjacent bird sanctuary, bird-friendly glazing was used throughout. Photo: Michael Moran/OTTO Photography

Custom milled Ipe timbers were used to construct this stairway cable railing. Stainless steel cable was used for the railing infill and provide an updated look to this older home. Photo by Sherritt

Modern loft. Surfaces built into the new railing atop the stair create a functional work area with a fantastic view and clear shot to the play space below. A wall separating the master bedroom from the double height living space was replaced with a folding glass door to open the bedroom to the living space while still allowing for both visual and acoustical privacy. Photos by Eric Roth. Construction by Ralph S. Osmond Company. Green architecture by ZeroEnergy Design. http://www.zeroenergy.com

An used closet under the stairs is transformed into a beautiful and functional chilled wine cellar with a new wrought iron railing for the stairs to tie it all together. Travertine slabs replace carpet on the stairs. LED lights are installed in the wine cellar for additional ambient lighting that gives the room a soft glow in the evening. Photos by: Ryan Wilson

A stunning mountain retreat, this custom legacy home was designed by MossCreek to feature antique, reclaimed, and historic materials while also providing the family a lodge and gathering place for years to come. Natural stone, antique timbers, bark siding, rusty metal roofing, twig stair rails, antique hardwood floors, and custom metal work are all design elements that work together to create an elegant, yet rustic mountain luxury home.

Mountain style brown floor living room photo in New York with beige walls, a corner fireplace and a stone fireplace

Peter Zimmerman Architects // Peace Design // Audrey Hall Photography
Staircase - rustic l-shaped wood railing staircase idea in Other

Cedar railings on log cabin deck.
Deck - rustic deck idea in Other

This rustic entryway showcases reclaimed wood in three distinct applications, with rich stair treads, a horizontal slat railing, and warm toned flooring all working together to create a cohesive, character filled space. The natural grain, knots, and deep coloring throughout the wood bring warmth to this bright, simple entryway, proving how seamlessly reclaimed wood can tie a home's design together from floor to stairway. At Manomin Resawn Timbers, every reclaimed wood application starts with salvaged timbers pulled from structures dating back to the 19th and early 20th centuries. That history is present in every knot, saw mark, and patina found in the wood, giving each piece a one of a kind character that cannot be replicated with new lumber, whether used underfoot, as a stair tread, or along a railing. Whether you are a homebuilder, a home remodeling contractor, or a homeowner looking to bring warmth and cohesion to a rustic entryway, Manomin Resawn Timbers has the reclaimed wood flooring, treads, and railing to complete your design. Designers looking for a unified reclaimed wood look throughout a space will find great inspiration here. Visit our showroom in Hugo, MN or reach out to us with a call or a message.

Welcome to the essential refined mountain rustic home: warm, homey, and sturdy. The house’s structure is genuine heavy timber framing, skillfully constructed with mortise and tenon joinery. Distressed beams and posts have been reclaimed from old American barns to enjoy a second life as they define varied, inviting spaces. Traditional carpentry is at its best in the great room’s exquisitely crafted wood trusses. Rugged Lodge is a retreat that’s hard to return from.