Staircase and Wood Tread "There aren’t many row houses that treat vertical circulation and the relationship between public and private spaces the same way as [this house]," Shane says. White oak treads and a painted steel handrail make up the home's signature staircase. Photo 1 of 16 in 16 Modern Staircase Ideas That Take Your Home to the Next Level from Before & After: An Architect Takes Steps to Create His Dream Home in Brooklyn

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This minimalist staircase by architect Shane Neufeld is a beautiful blend of form and function. The townhouse in New York, New York, originally featured a stacked stair; however, this switchback design makes it feel bigger and brighter. The staircase is built from white oak treads and a painted steel handrail, allowing natural light to filter between the stairs offering more illumination to the dark area underneath.

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