A Minimalist Home With An Innovative Staircase

A 1960s home in Montreal has been given a contemporary update with a unique staircase taking centre stage.

The renovation, by Naturehumaine, respects the original design by the current owner’s father, but also gives it a much-needed refresh with a striking geometric staircase.

The surrounding partitions have been demolished, allowing the staircase to become the focus of the ground floor.

The glistening, pale wood of the staircase is a subtle contrast to the shades of grey that characterise the space, which is given extra warmth by the textured stone fireplace.

The staircase itself shows off a unique cut-out effect, providing different perspectives on the structure depending on the point of view. Its angular lines work seamlessly with the individual floating steps, which become a core part of the design as well as being functional.

The black edging is a beautiful mirroring of the black door and window frames throughout the home, anchoring the staircase in the scheme.

The doors and windows also echo the openness of the staircase with wide expanses of glazing.

This update of a much-loved home retains a sense of classic style but with a few modern twists that give it a truly contemporary edge. Take a closer look here.