Raleigh New Home Design Ideas
Staircases that emphasize overlooks
Tucked away, right up-front or seen from all sides – today’s most sought-after staircases emphasize overlooks.
An open design makes all the difference:
Take a look at these North Carolina custom homes with stairways topped with dramatic appeal, and get ideas for your own overlook.
Consider these aspects, in the photos below:
- Great room, foyer, and loft overlooks
- Stained oak steps
- Wrought-iron balusters
- Dual staircases
Staircase Design Example 1: Two-Sided Overlook - Foyer Staircase
In this version of the Mastrosimone design, the open, airy theme prevailing throughout the home is emphasized by the dramatic overlook that completes this stairway, tucked just inside the foyer.
The two-sided overlook provides a spectacular view when looking up as well as looking down.
Staircase Design Example 2: Dual Staircase with Overlook
In this version of the Cove design, the front-and-center staircase splits into a dual staircase at its landing.
The staircase to the right leads to a loft, with yet another incredible overlook that carries throughout the hallway.
The staircase to the left leads to bedrooms, with a more private approach to its design.
Custom newel posts with oak detailing add dimension to wrought-iron balusters and create contrast with a beautiful look-through.
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Staircase Design Example 3: Two-Sided Overlook - Tucked Away Stairs
In this version of the Carwile design, the staircase is tucked around a corner out of sight – and a striking two-sided overlook is left in full view to capture all the attention as the final statement for the Great Room.
See another home that uses this staircase design example - the Dugan.
Staircase Design Example 4: Staircase with Foyer Overlook
In this version of the Gershwin design, the staircase is in full view from the foyer, and the overlook is one-sided.
This cost-effective staircase choice makes the most of features chosen to reflect the ambience of the flow-through, including:
- Stained oak railing and posts
- Wrought-iron balusters
- Dramatic view of the two-story barrel vaulted foyer
To see more examples of custom home floor plans with unique staircase and overlook designs, find Stanton Homes on Pinterest.
Learn staircase design terminology: click here for post-to-post and over-the-post photos and descriptions.
More staircase style trends: click here to read about staircase styles from traditional to craftsman.
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