Journal Article
The Residential Stair: Proportion, Structure, Light, and Movement
A residential stair can do far more than connect floors. Its proportions, structure, landings, guardrails, light, materials, and sightlines can organize an entire home while shaping how movement feels. This essay examines the stair as a crafted architectural element, balancing ceremony, comfort, visual calm, and the realities of long-term residential use.