Break out beyond the standard wooden poles into less conventional materials and forms, and a staircase railing can do double-duty as a decorative focal point. Designer Marc Fornes mimics cellular ...

Ornate, heavy staircase details and overly trendy balusters feel dated. Simple upgrades can quickly modernize the look. Swap plain runners for patterned or textured styles for a polished finish.

Whether a major feature of the entryway or tucked to the sides of the home, the staircase offers lots of design potential. Stair design should feel continuous and intentional, much like how the ...

There are endless stair layouts, treatments, and finishes to choose from, especially if you're building a house yourself. But even though they might seem straightforward, not all staircases are ...

After 125 years, the male-dominated architectural fixture of New York’s Capitol is getting an update. A permanent bust of Ruth Bader Ginsburg will be added to the State Capitol’s ornate staircase in ...

Wood staircase on the mid level of a home that continues on multiple levels - Scott Prokop/Shutterstock Whether a major feature of the entryway or tucked to the sides of the home, the staircase offers ...