Australian Home Beautiful

THE ONLY WAY IS UP

No longer just a way to get from A to B, staircases have become features in their own right and are a bold way to express your individuality. “Traditionally, stairs were hidden in the corner and crammed in,” says Veronica Caceres, director of Sydney Staircase Builders. “Now, stairs are often the first thing people see when they walk through the door.”

While it’s essential to consider the right style of staircase and materials for the treads, risers, balustrade and finial to suit your home, it’s just as important to use complementary decorative elements such

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