This staircase project formed part of the restoration of a Grade II listed property, replacing lost original staircases using surviving evidence and traditional design principles. Four handcrafted flights were built using cut-string construction in high-quality beech, with decorative details reflecting the building's historic character.
The bespoke balustrade combines hand-turned beech spindles with sapele newel posts and handrails, creating an elegant contrast. Hand-carved newels and carefully crafted handrail transitions add visual interest while maintaining a traditional appearance.
Spanning multiple floors, the staircase incorporates straight flights, landings and sweeping handrails to provide both practicality and architectural impact. The completed installation restores a key feature of the property, demonstrating how traditional joinery can successfully preserve and enhance historic buildings.
This project demonstrates the importance of traditional joinery skills in the conservation of historic buildings. By carefully interpreting the remaining evidence and working sympathetically with the property's architecture, the new staircase restores a key feature of the home while preserving its historic character for future generations.
This bespoke English oak staircase combines traditional craftsmanship with clever, space-saving design. Featuring solid oak treads, balustrades and handcrafted joinery, it showcases the timber’s natural character and durability.
Built-in oak-panelled cupboards make full use of the space beneath the stairs, providing generous hidden storage while maintaining a clean, cohesive appearance. A combination of winding and straight treads ensures a comfortable ascent within a compact footprint. The result is a practical and elegant staircase that delivers both efficient storage and timeless visual appeal.
This project demonstrates how bespoke joinery can transform a staircase into a multifunctional feature, providing elegant access between floors while incorporating valuable hidden storage and celebrating the timeless beauty of English oak.
Created as part of the renovation of a 16th-century farmhouse, this handcrafted English oak staircase was designed to complement the property's original timber frame and traditional character.
Featuring winding treads, octagonal stop-chamfered spindles and bespoke octagonal newel posts, the design was developed in collaboration with the client to reflect period joinery details. Each newel was finished with a hand-crafted octagonal cap, showcasing traditional woodworking skills. The finished staircase blends seamlessly with the historic building, providing modern access while appearing entirely at home within its centuries-old surroundings.
This project demonstrates how thoughtful design and traditional craftsmanship can introduce a new architectural element into a historic property while respecting its age, character and heritage. The bespoke octagonal detailing gives the staircase a distinctive identity, making it both a practical feature and a centrepiece of the renovation.
This handcrafted English oak staircase replaced temporary access stairs, creating a permanent feature that complements the character of the property. Combining straight flights and winders, it provides comfortable access while making efficient use of the available space.
A standout feature is the oversized wrap-around bullnose bottom tread, which creates an elegant entrance and striking focal point. Beneath the staircase, a bespoke oak storage cupboard with traditional black ironmongery maximises functionality without compromising the design. Finished with a solid oak balustrade, handrail and newel posts, the staircase combines practical living with timeless craftsmanship.
This project demonstrates how a staircase can be much more than a practical necessity, becoming a beautifully crafted centrepiece that enhances both the character and functionality of the home.
This suspended English oak staircase was designed with the client to create a striking floating feature that maximises light and space. Crafted from solid oak with open riser treads, it showcases the timber's natural grain and allows light to flow freely between floors.
The staircase is suspended from the floor structure above using large oak hanging spindles, which serve as both structural supports and balustrades, creating a clean, contemporary appearance. A matching oak wall handrail completes the design. Combining innovative engineering with traditional craftsmanship, the staircase delivers a bold architectural statement while celebrating the natural beauty of English oak.
This project demonstrates how bespoke joinery can transform a functional staircase into a sculptural centrepiece, combining structural ingenuity with the warmth and beauty of natural timber.
This bespoke English oak staircase replaced narrow metal paddle stairs, providing safer and more comfortable access to a loft conversion within a limited space. Carefully designed kite winders and custom-shaped treads maximise tread depth, while a matching oak balustrade creates a clean, contemporary look.
A bespoke cupboard beneath the stairs makes full use of the available space, with oak-faced doors and panelling designed to complement the staircase. The result is a practical, space-efficient staircase that combines functionality with the natural beauty of solid English oak.
This project demonstrates how thoughtful bespoke joinery can overcome challenging spatial constraints, creating a staircase that is not only compliant, practical and safe, but also a beautiful addition to the home.
English sycamore staircase for historic toll house
The original staircase in this historic toll house had deteriorated beyond repair, requiring a complete replacement. A new staircase was handcrafted from English sycamore to maximise the limited space while respecting the character of the period property.
The project also included a bespoke understairs cupboard door with traditional boarded panelling and ironmongery to provide valuable storage. Once installed, the staircase and cupboard were painted by the client, creating a bright, seamless finish that complements the historic interior.
This project demonstrates how carefully designed bespoke joinery can transform an awkward and ageing staircase into a practical, durable and visually appealing feature while preserving the charm and character of a historic home.