Stairway to Heaven: Making the Climb Worthwhile with a Statement Staircase

April 27, 2026

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.

This sinuous staircase spans three floors of a waterfront Nantucket home, linking the primary suite’s dressing room to spa and wellness spaces below, and extending upward to sunny his‑and‑hers offices.
A staircase with floating wood treads, a crisp white frame, white marble steps at the base, and a sleek glass enclosure.
Soft, curved details throughout the millwork, staircase, and walls create a seamless flow from one space to the next.

This compact staircase pairs sculptural warmth with open risers, creating a space‑efficient design that blends effortlessly into the surrounding interior.

An elevated, comfortable take on minimalism, defined by crisp angles, clean wood edges, and a sharp geometric rhythm expressed in a precise modern line.

The curve became a defining element, expressed throughout the project in stone, millwork, and plaster. From the walls to the stairs, a graceful curvature carries through the space, complemented by oak‑stained floors and custom rounded trim details.

A clean, contemporary staircase framed in light wood and glass.

A cozy hangout space nestled beneath the modern staircase in this Nantucket home.

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

This compact staircase pairs sculptural warmth with open risers, creating a space‑efficient design that blends effortlessly into the surrounding interior. With something more dramatic.

In this modern interior, the staircase features thick, solid oak treads in a medium wood tone, mounted directly into the wall to create a floating appearance.

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