It was almost impossible to find a modern handrail to mimic the beautiful curve of my original. Yet the pinnacle of all Victorian examples must be the 1901 Grand Staircase at the newly refurbished ...

This sort of detail adds contemporary appeal to a stair leading ... becomes a standout design feature. In the project above, a handmade, custom cedar railing adds a unique elevation to the ...

Lucille steered much of the design concepts, though. Balbous' staircase complimented the modern design elements like the boxy perimeter and expansive windows. At the top of the staircase ...