The statement staircase has been in the spotlight for quite some time, and for good reason. A creative vision, craftsmanship, and masterful engineering can transform the utilitarian household necessity into a compelling, sculptural showpiece in carved wood, stone and even laser cut steel. Check out a few of our favorite statement staircases from Workshop/APD-designed homes through the years.

In our Fifth Avenue Duplex, irresistibly smooth curves take a sophisticated Upper East Side residence to new heights.

Minimal and chic in Sagaponack, this slatted staircase brings subtle depth and interest to a neutral, modern Hamptons renovation.

Vibrant pendant lighting and a beachy Jim Kempner installation add color and whimsy to this stairwell in a luxurious private Bahamas Retreat

This sleek, jaw-dropping staircase in our Nantucket Family Compound shows how a masterful material mix  can elevate an interior.

In the heart of the West Village, a sculptural steel staircase transitions seamlessly into an undulating mezzanine inspired by birds’ nests.

In a Turtle Bay Duplex bachelor pad, the bottom stair becomes a custom side table for the living room sofa.

A bold painted blue stripe and lovingly restored bannisters create fresh contrast between old and new in this Park Slope Townhouse.