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Chicago is known worldwide for its wide-ranging and remarkable architecture. It is a little known fact that Chicago is the stair design capital of the United States. Chicagoland has more developed stair … [Full story]

Let's take a look at the use of stone treads overlaying a wooden stair structure. Of all available building materials, nothing presents a timeless feel more than a stone surface. … [Full story]

Sometimes your design calls for an elegant curved stair, but the budget falls short.  Here are some … [Full story]

Designing a staircase to be freestanding is a great way to gain useable floor space in your design. … [Full story]

Milled stairs may cost from $2,000 for a hardwood stair with wall rails, to $200,000 on the high end. Most of us are shopping in the $5,000-20,000 range. Budget wisely: shape, style, and material. … [Full story]

An important consideration when designing any space is the presentation and distribution of light.  This is especially true when considering a staircase... … [Full story]

One of the first conversations we have with our clients is to establish a budget. It can be a delicate conversation that must start on the foundation of trust. … [Full story]

The highest concentration of traditional full-milled stair shops remains in the Midwest, with Chicago being one of the most concentrated markets. … [Full story]

The most common confusion within the stair building world is, without a doubt, the spiral versus the … [Full story]

Due to the compact nature of a spiral staircase, they have become widely used in library environments where space is limited and access to upper book storage is necessary. … [Full story]

The highest concentration of traditional full-milled stair shops remains in the Midwest, with Chicago being one of the most concentrated markets. … [Full story]

Are you are looking for a one of a kind look to create that WOW factor as you walk into your home? Gold is back — glamorous and bold. Metal suppliers are now offering gold finishes, so we can offer an affordable custom look. … [Full story]

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