Custom staircase by an interior designer

After merging three adjoining houses into a single residence, the owners were faced with an unsuitable staircase that was too steep and poorly integrated into the living spaces. They asked us to completely redesign the staircase so it could become a central, functional, and aesthetic feature, improving both circulation and natural light.

Following the merging of the houses, the owners encountered a major issue: the staircase. Lacking a suitable solution, they had kept an old, very steep staircase accessible only through the utility room, impractical for daily use and completely disconnected from the living space.

The interior design approach therefore consisted of fully rethinking this element to turn it into a true focal point of the home. Custom-designed, the staircase was conceived as a key feature, both functional and sculptural, integrated at the heart of the living area.

The first step, made of polished concrete, acts as a natural invitation to use the staircase. In the absence of an entrance hall, a cloakroom unit was also integrated at its base, providing a practical solution while structuring the space.

The staircase is composed of several materials that interact harmoniously: a first step in polished concrete, a first flight in Corian, followed by a second flight in solid oak with Z-shaped steps, adding rhythm and lightness.

Another key challenge was the lack of natural light in this central area. A custom-made brass handrail, incorporating discreet backlighting, highlights the line of the staircase and enhances the whole with a soft glow.

Finally, an open bookcase accompanies the movement, into which the steps blend naturally, reinforcing the idea of a cohesive whole designed as a single architectural object.