These gorgeous stair railing ideas range from traditional to artistic. Heather Peterson Design, Josh Grubbs Photography Staircases are a high-function element of multi-story homes, but their form can ...

Once just a mere passageway, this usually neglected area is stepping into the spotlight with bold colors, patterns, textures, ...

The space underneath your stairs is a moment waiting to happen. Josh Grubbs Photography / Heather Peterson Design As those who have homes with multiple stories know all too well, the space beneath the ...

Whether a major feature of the entryway or tucked to the sides of the home, the staircase offers lots of design potential. Stair design should feel continuous and intentional, much like how the ...

Witches' stairs have alternating treads to fit in narrow spaces. The myth suggests witches' stairs warded off witches, but this is false. The design was popularized by Thomas Jefferson for small ...

Once upon a time, the TikTok community was shook to their core after a video of “witches stairs” went viral on the app. If you’re not familiar with the term, no worries because over the years, these ...

The unsung heroes of the design world, stair runners punch above their weight when it comes to multitasking. Not only do they protect stairs from everyday wear and tear—and thwart potential slips and ...

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Many of us have stairs in our home that could use a bit of a makeover, either due to wear and tear over time or because they’re builder-grade basic ...

Kelly has over 10 years of experience writing about home design and improvement for many prominent publications. She also spent several years working at a tech startup for an interior design game ...

Dear Savvy Senior: Because of chronic arthritis, I have a very difficult time going up and down stairs and am interested in purchasing a stair lift for my two-story house. Can you recommend some good ...