Stair and Hallway Design in Nashville and Middle Tennessee
Space Planning, Layout and Lighting

Stair and Hallway Design

Staircases, landings and hallways designed with finishes, lighting, runners and art that connect the rooms of the house.

Stairs and hallways are the connective tissue of a home, yet they are often overlooked. A well-designed stair can be a showpiece, and a hallway with good light and art makes the whole house feel considered. Homeowners in Nashville ask us to update staircases, treads, railings, runners and hall walls so these spaces feel as good as the rooms around them.

We begin with a Free Estimate and study how the stair and hall are used and seen. We propose finishes for treads, risers, railings and walls, plan runners and lighting and design a gallery or console area. We coordinate with carpenters and painters on any construction and style the space so it welcomes people from the first step. Transitions deserve attention. A stair can be a sculptural moment, with a bold runner, painted risers or a new railing, while a hallway can become a gallery with a good picture light. We choose finishes that resist scuffs, plan lighting for safety, and add a bench or console where space allows. Because these areas connect rooms, we also use them to carry colors and materials from one space to the next. The result is a home that feels connected and considered from the entry to the bedrooms.

Showpiece stairs

Treads, railings and finishes can turn a stair into a feature.

Safe and bright

Lighting and runners help with safety and comfort.

Gallery moments

Art and consoles make hallways memorable.

Connected finishes

Colors and materials link floors and rooms.

What is included

  • Stair and hall review
  • Finish and railing options
  • Runner and lighting plan
  • Wall and art plan
  • Contractor coordination
  • Styling
Before and after

See the transformation.

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After: a living room with a bright designer living room with warm white walls, wood floors, a cream sofa, a jute rug and linen curtainsBefore: a living room with a dark living room with a low popcorn ceiling, worn beige carpet and heavy curtainsBeforeAfter
A dark, dated living room made bright, layered and welcoming. From a dark living room with a low popcorn ceiling, worn beige carpet and heavy curtains to a bright designer living room with warm white walls, wood floors, a cream sofa, a jute rug and linen curtains.
Why it works

What you get with Stair and Hallway Design

Stair and hall review

Use, sight lines and condition.

Finish and railing options

Treads, risers and rails.

Runner and lighting plan

Safety and style.

Wall and art plan

A gallery or console.

Contractor coordination

Carpenters and painters.

Styling

The final touches.

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How it works

Our process, start to finish.

  1. 01

    Call and describe it

    You tell us what you want to change or create, and we set a visit that fits your day.

  2. 02

    Visit and measure

    We look at the rooms, take measurements, talk through how you live and note light, layout and anything you want to keep.

  3. 03

    Concept and selections

    We build concept boards, you choose a direction and we select furniture, finishes and lighting for your approval.

  4. 04

    Plan and approve

    You receive a plain written plan with items, sizes, lead times and the schedule before anything is ordered.

  5. 05

    Order and deliver

    We place orders, track lead times, inspect deliveries and coordinate with your contractor and installers.

  6. 06

    Install and style

    We place furniture, hang art and window treatments, style every surface and walk through the finished rooms with you.

Questions

Stair and Hallway Design FAQ

Can you update an old staircase?

Yes. Paint, stain, new treads or railings can refresh a stair.

Can you add a runner?

Yes. We choose runners that are safe and secure.

Can you light a dark hallway?

Yes. We plan sconces, ceiling lights and night lights.

Can you design a staircase from scratch?

We design the look and coordinate with an architect or builder for structure.

Can you plan a long hallway?

Yes. Rugs, art and lighting break up the length.

Next step

Get your Free Estimate for Stair and Hallway Design.

Tell us about your project and we will call you back to set up a visit.

Or call (615) 357-7797 to talk now.

Tell us about your interior design project

We will call you back to talk it through and set up a visit.

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