At Seattle Stair & Design, we are firm believers that the best staircases tell a story. My recent journey to New Mexico exposed me to several narratives: the first took place in the famed Loretto Chapel; the second in a sprawling adobe home resting at the base of the Organ Mountains.
While both stairs were spectacular, the latter conjured a story of universal significance. Taking cues from both the natural environment and local culture, each element told a tale of art, history, or geography. The materials—salvaged wood and iron—provided both a rustic aesthetic and spoke to the barren landscape where resources are few and must be conserved. The hand carved risers added elegance and demonstrate an appreciation for indigenous art. The whimsically curved handrail called to mind native jewelry sold in the plaza of the nearby town of Las Cruces.
The strength of this stair is in the sum and cohesion of its elements. Consider your own stair and your own story. Does it so vividly depict your heritage, passions and style? Or does it misstep?
Mary Anne Carter
Assistant Director of Marketing
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