In our last Design Detail installment, we discussed the importance of the stair or stair hall. In part two of our discussion we continue our exploration of railing design. Iron railing has been very popular in the last 10 years, typically seen in homes with a more European style influence, but iron railing can have many other faces.

Iron railing, when simplified in design can be very modern.

The traditionalist would enjoy this simplified take on a French railing pattern.

Iron railing can also take on a rustic modern look.

Take a clean commercial railing style, add paneling and you have a sophisticated and modern stair case.

Chinese Chippendale is a classic design motif that translates into a modern or traditional style home.

To see more stairs head over to our Pinterest page.
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