Tuesday, October 28, 2008

Stairs

I love stairs!!!
They are an absolutely great architectural feature. I hope this will not be boring for you , but my inspirational "stair" file is growing and I would like to publish every stair possible. I am sure, with your help, I will be adding to this post continuously.
So if you have some interesting tips, please let me know and I Thank You in advance.

Photo via Phoebe Howard -Mrs. Howard
Thanks Cote de Texas - photo from Michael Smith's new book -Houses

Catherine Martin house in Sydney (photo Vogue living Australia) .Thank you- Hopeful for Happy -for your tip .

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15 comments:

  1. The House That A-M BuiltOctober 28, 2008 at 4:24 PM

    Wow, what a spectacular post. I also LOVE stairs. I won't be having the most exciting set in my new home but they will still be elegant and classical. Polished timber with white risers. I love the Byron Bay home! A-M xx

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  2. HeidiOctober 29, 2008 at 2:34 AM

    Oh my goodness, I think it is clear to say you have a stair obsession. I have a conservatory obsession and one day I will have to do what you did and just post them all. Love your blog, Heidi

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  3. Tina { Luphia Loves... }October 29, 2008 at 5:14 AM

    what a great collection! it's impossible to pick a favorite, I dream of one day owning a big house with massive statement stairs at the entry hall.

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  4. mondocherryOctober 29, 2008 at 8:52 AM

    These staircases are just amazing. Some of the most beautiful examples I have ever seen. I think my children would love them too - some of those banisters are just asking to be slid down!
    Clare

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  5. hopeful~ for happyOctober 29, 2008 at 12:24 PM

    What do you think of Catherine Martin's stairs in the entrance foyer of her home, carpeted in her own design? The proportions may not be as grand as some others, but oh the luxury of ebony stairs. See 2 Vogue Livings ago...

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  6. MélanieOctober 29, 2008 at 7:15 PM

    I dreal about all these stairs ! they look gorgeous !!!

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  7. FlipperdelphOctober 30, 2008 at 12:36 AM

    Greta collection of stairs, they are magnificent ! And very good source of inspiration too !

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  8. Chubby ChiequeOctober 30, 2008 at 5:28 AM

    Stunning post, VT!

    Amazing stairs, while am young and active. But when my knees calls §:-( pity me §:-)

    Means, I have to stay young & fit for your amazing stair designs.

    Hugs!

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  9. KarenBOctober 30, 2008 at 10:39 AM

    Ooooo, I love stairs too. In fact I am searching for ideas for my staircase. Thanks for posting so many to ponder. I only posted 2 and they were much more humble.

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  10. AnonymousOctober 30, 2008 at 1:02 PM

    I have never seen such a large grouping of such fantastic stairs.
    I have never thought of stairways as artwork until now.
    Fantastic!

    xo
    Brooke

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  11. columnistOctober 30, 2008 at 3:59 PM

    These are indeed all stunning, and permit that much-desired "wow" factor. Any very often they are a great place to display art, especially if there's a cupola or even a skylight above. The one with the the high back slatted chair on the left, (Emily Todhunter?) has a Francis Bacon, and having recently seen an exhibition of his in the Tate London, I have to say it works very well indeed. And if real, would be worth millions of pounds.

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  12. Julie @ Belle Maison October 31, 2008 at 12:21 AM

    what an incredible post! i've never seen so many beautiful stairs!

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  13. PascaleNovember 4, 2008 at 4:28 AM

    c'est une belle idée de nous présenter différents façons de réaliser des escaliers. Les vues sont sublimes!

    Pascale

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  14. Erin Paige PittsMarch 5, 2010 at 8:21 PM

    I am new to your blog, and have just started a blog of my own and you have totally inspired me with your stairs post. So incredible- thank you so much!!!! Some of the images are just what I needed for my project!!! I am among the "20 Young Designers to watch in 2010" by Trad Home. Check out my emerging blog www.erinpaigepitts.wordpress.com

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  15. Ethan HuntMarch 22, 2010 at 12:33 AM

    awesome....i must say that the pictures of interiors are really amazing and has eye catching capability..

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