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

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

オレンジカウンティにある中くらいなモダンスタイルのおしゃれなかね折れ階段 (混合材の手すり) の写真

ヒューストンにある高級な中くらいなモダンスタイルのおしゃれなスケルトン階段 (木の蹴込み板、ガラスフェンス) の写真

他の地域にあるラグジュアリーな中くらいなモダンスタイルのおしゃれなスケルトン階段 (ワイヤーの手すり) の写真

ニューヨークにある中くらいなモダンスタイルのおしゃれな直階段 (木の蹴込み板、ワイヤーの手すり) の写真

The centrally located stairs act as a light well for the entire house.
サンフランシスコにあるモダンスタイルのおしゃれな直階段 (木の蹴込み板、混合材の手すり) の写真

エドモントンにある巨大なモダンスタイルのおしゃれなスケルトン階段 (ガラスフェンス) の写真

Joshua McHugh
ニューヨークにあるラグジュアリーな小さなモダンスタイルのおしゃれな折り返し階段 (木の蹴込み板、木材の手すり) の写真

オレンジカウンティにある中くらいなモダンスタイルのおしゃれな直階段 (木の蹴込み板、ガラスフェンス) の写真

ワシントンD.C.にある高級な広いモダンスタイルのおしゃれな折り返し階段 (木の蹴込み板、混合材の手すり) の写真

Sometimes you just need to extend, UPWARDS. This little home in Centenary Heights has undergone a big transformation! A new second storey has been added which provides the clients with a new master bedroom, ensuite, walk-in-robe and sitting room. The lower level of the home has been completely reconfigured and renovated, creating an open plan living space which opens out onto a beautiful deck. An outstanding second storey extension by Smith & Sons Toowoomba East!

オースティンにある広いモダンスタイルのおしゃれな折り返し階段 (木の蹴込み板、金属の手すり) の写真

sara eastman photography
ウィルミントンにある中くらいなモダンスタイルのおしゃれな直階段 (フローリングの蹴込み板、金属の手すり) の写真

metal stringer and post with matt black powder coating oak stained tread 4" thickness 3/16" stainless steel cable railing 2"x2" metal post
他の地域にあるお手頃価格の中くらいなモダンスタイルのおしゃれな階段 (金属の手すり) の写真

Joe Fletcher
サンフランシスコにあるモダンスタイルのおしゃれな階段 (混合材の手すり) の写真

Jill Buckner Photography At the top of our clients’ wish-list was a new staircase. To meet their needs, we selected contemporary wrought iron balusters and stained the new staircase handrails the same as the refinished wood floors. Installing a durable, synthetic carpet to withstand heavy use by their beloved dogs was a must. The result is another dramatic focal point in the home. And, replacing a never played piano with a new console table and benches to pull up at larger parties, defines the path to the upstair levels.

Suzanna Scott Photography
ロサンゼルスにあるお手頃価格の中くらいなモダンスタイルのおしゃれな直階段 (木の蹴込み板、金属の手すり) の写真

This simple contemporary style home from Addison's Wonderland features Aalto Collection balusters in the Satin Black finish from House of Forgings. Photographs from Addison's Wonderland: http://addisonswonderland.com/staircase-balusters-heaven/