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

オレンジカウンティにある中くらいなビーチスタイルのおしゃれな折り返し階段 (フローリングの蹴込み板、ガラスフェンス) の写真

Kelly Ann Photos
シンシナティにある高級な中くらいなモダンスタイルのおしゃれな階段 (ガラスフェンス) の写真

Toronto’s Upside Development completed this contemporary new construction in Otonabee, North York.
トロントにある中くらいなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれな階段 (ガラスフェンス) の写真

This shot beautifully captures all of the different materials used in the staircase from the entry way to the upper floors and guest quarters. The steps are made of kiln dried fir beams from the Oregon Coast, each beam was a free of heart center cut. The railing was built in place to make it look as though it was all on continuous piece. The steps to the third floor office in the top left of the picture are floating and held in place with metal support in the grinder finish. The flooring in the entry way is 2'x3' tiles of Pennsylvania Bluestone. In the bottom left hand corner is a reclaimed sliding barn door that leads to the laundry room, made in a patchwork pattern by local artist, Rob Payne. Photography by Marie-Dominique Verdier

Photography by Aidin Mariscal
オレンジカウンティにある高級な中くらいなミッドセンチュリースタイルのおしゃれな折り返し階段 (木の蹴込み板、ガラスフェンス) の写真

ソルトレイクシティにある中くらいなモダンスタイルのおしゃれな折り返し階段 (カーペット張りの蹴込み板、ガラスフェンス) の写真

We opened up the space by creating a open tread staircase in this Toronto loft. We wanted to keep the touch of glam so went with a custom satin brass detail on the staircase. We finished the room off with soft sheers, gold details, and a black and white gallery wall.

ロサンゼルスにある高級な中くらいなアジアンスタイルのおしゃれな折り返し階段 (木の蹴込み板、ガラスフェンス) の写真

デンバーにある中くらいなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれな階段 (ガラスフェンス) の写真

open wood stairs with glass balustrade and metal handrails.
トロントにある中くらいなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれな階段 (ガラスフェンス) の写真

マイアミにある高級な中くらい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、ガラスフェンス) の写真

Wood cladding staircase and glass panels with solid oak continuous handrail connecting all levels of the modern style custom home. The metal structure between the oak sandwich cladding carries all the weight of the stair system while the oak cladding and glass panels guard provide a feeling of light and comfort.

バンクーバーにある中くらいなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれな折り返し階段 (木の蹴込み板、ガラスフェンス) の写真

The sheer beauty and simplicity of this glass and oak staircase brings a touch of modern art to this family home. This striking transformation combines a contemporary clear glass balustrade with a solid oak handrail for a timeless look that brings together traditional carpentry and the very best in 21st century staircase design. The glass balustrade promotes the flow of light from surrounding windows, making the hallway look and feel bigger. It gives the wonderful visual effect of the oak handrail floating in parallel with the staircase.

モントリオールにある中くらいなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれな折り返し階段 (金属の蹴込み板、ガラスフェンス) の写真

Simple wood stair with large clerestory window (brings an abundance of natural light from second floor. Photo by Dan Arnold
ロサンゼルス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折り返し階段 (木の蹴込み板、ガラスフェンス) の写真

サンフランシスコにある中くらいなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれな階段 (ガラスフェンス) の写真

Our clients selected clear acrylic horizontal rods for this modern and lightweight oak staircase to allow daylight to filter throughout their home's three levels (a beautiful and shatter-resistant alternative to glass). CSC 1976-2020 © Century Stair Company ® All rights reserved