Bookcase on staircase wall

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All types of staircases serve a combination of functional and aesthetic purposes. Staircases are an essential architectural element in both commercial and residential design.

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John B. Murray Architect

The alternate title for this post could have been 'Building Another Bookcase', but where's the fun in that? Let's start with the finished product and get it out of the way. When we first added the second floor, I was totally all about a long row of pretty, white pickets and a monstrously beautiful newel post at the top of the stairs. But then a couple things popped into my brains: 1. I have a pretty good fear of heights and I just didn't like seeing the drop all the way down to the first…

I have struggled with our foyer entrance since we moved into our home three years ago. The space is enormous and very grand with a ton of potential. But my budget for the space is not very grand so I need to figure out how to get the most bang for my buck. We have… Continue reading →

Innovative Under-Stair Bookcases provide practical staircase storage under stairs for avid readers. Customizable in height and depth, these open bookcases use vertical space effectively, creating an eye-catching library area that’s easy to access and style. This setup is both functional and charming. Discover more bookcase ideas here.

Cline Architects