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escalator is a moving staircase used as transportation between floors or levels in subways, buildings, and other mass pedestrian areas.

Built in the 1800s, the Loretto Chapel in Santa Fe, New Mexico houses one of this country's most miraculous achievements, a spiral staircase built without nails or visible support and surrounded in mystery. As the story goes, the nuns and choir students built a singing platform nearly 50 feet above the floor in the back of the chapel. A straight up dangerous ladder was used for access. One day a stranger arrived to worship in the chapel and suggested he could build a safe stairway to prevent injury or death to the nuns and the choir. He proceeded to build this most magnificent wooden spiral staircase over a weekend. Upon completion, he vanished without discussion and without seeking to be paid. The staircase is an engineering marvel as no one can figure out how it was built or why it didn't fall under use. The staircase was used regularly for over 100 years until closed down recently. Historical photos show nearly 50 choir boys on the staircase at one time, an amazing image considering engineers believe even one person climbing it should cause its collapse as built. Not only are there no visible signs of fasteners or nails of any type, the wood used is of unknown variety and origin. If you ever have the chance, do visit the Loretto Chapel and witness an engineering miracle that is one of the most magnificent "man" built works of wood art in the world.

Staircase is necessary to reach the terrace or the first floor of the house. It has to be constructed depending on the vacant space in and around the house, and the face of the house.

A manufactured staircase can outstrip the site-built version in price and quality.

Whether entry hall or back stairs, there is no reason why they should not resonate with color and a warm welcome to all who tread upon them. Rather than carpeting, which is usually confined to a neutral color scheme that is not readily changed, consider a wonderful painted pattern.

If a linear staircase, is designed either in side or outside, steps should proceed either from east to west or from north to south initially and can turn towards any direction thereafter.

If an internal staircase has to be provided, the same may be constructed, in any room excepting the northeastern room and southwestern room. The steps should be designed in such a way, that they do not touch the eastern wall and a minimum inter space of three inches must be allowed in between the staircase and the wall. The steps should proceed either from north to south; or alongside or away the southern wall from east to west or alongside or away the western wall from north to south and the above inter space principle may be followed in respect of the staircase towards north, to step up from east, to west.

With any metal painting job, it's best to prime first, and since a staircase receives much wear and tear, it's also important to choose a quality, durable paint.

Any staircase with three or more steps should have a handrail going all the way up the open side. A good height for the handrail on a stairway is about thirty-four inches. For balconies, the suggested height is at least thirty-six inches. The balusters should be no more than four inches apart. Be sure the rails are secure and sturdy. If you discover your rails are loose, use long nails or screws to tighten the baluster.

It's aesthetically better to look through a stairway from the main part of the room, than to look directly up the stairway.

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1. NY Times Article
... Even after the second airplane struck, an open staircase connected the upper reaches of the south tower to the street. The Times has identified 18 men and women who used it to escape from the impact ...
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2. Hollywood House
... An open staircase takes you to an exposed loft with round windows and overhead fans. High ceilings and the California-Spanish architecture give an open and airy feeling. Original art and Costa Rican ...
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3. www.ci.smyrna.ga.us
... The Police and Communications Departments are located in this two-story structure connected by an open staircase in the main lobby. Detention space is adjacent to the Police Department with public ...
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4. Listing Index
... Beautiful, 4 bedroom, 2 story Victorian home with cedar and masonite siding, 3rd floor attic, 2 wood burning fireplaces, open staircase, original trim throughout, porch entry with pillars, large 3 ...
http://www.dairylandrealty.com/Listing Index.htm

5. Whitetail Acres Bed and Breakfast in Haven, Kansas
... Experience the Victorian Era when you step inside and see the hand crafted decorative woodwork throughout the house, including the u-shaped open staircase and the original stained glass windows. The ...
http://www.whitetailacres-kansas.com/

6. Parade of Homes
... bath cabinets with Georgian inspired front mantle design * Character walnut hardwood floors * Open staircase from lower level to second story Model Price: $400,000+ Square Feet: 6,522 Jamestown Homes ...
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7. Merit Custom Homes - Elegant Interiors
... homes. Whether it's special trim, hardwood floors, a custom-made fireplace, a beautiful open staircase or built-in bookshelves, we can help you design an interior tailored to your individual needs and ...
http://www.meritcustomhomes.com/interiors.html

8. Soneva Fushi Resort Maldives - Discount Soneva Fushi Resort Maldives Up to 8...
... In Duplex Villas, an open staircase leads to the upstairs bedroom. The rooms are decorated in natural woods and fabrics of Asia and create a warm and friendly ambience. Each villa has the luxuries ...
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9. Vills Heidelberg B & B - SEATTLE , WA Information Page
... It is complete with wood beamed ceilings, open staircase, original gas/electric "mission" light fixtures, leaded glass windows, a fireplace in the living room, as well as one in the master guest room ...
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10. Home
... The wide open staircase leads upstairs to the bedrooms offering professional period decor. Each morning you will be treated to a hearty breakfast including coffee, tea, fruit juices, baked goods and ...
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11. NEAR> Home Listings
... 1675 sq ft in lower level with open staircase. Plumbed & ready for full bath, familyroom, rec room, & more!! 40x24 garage, 3 yrs old w/full concrete. All on 2.26 acres. Brand new carpet throughout ...
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12. NEW LISTING!
... The large four-season front porch and open staircase in the living room exude an old-fashioned charm that carries through with the original hardwood floors, sloped-ceiling upper bedrooms and even the ...
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13. NH DOELEN - Amsterdam hotels, Netherlands . Discount reservation.
... The main entrance entrance hall and reception are crowned by the beautiful open staircase leading to the hotel rooms. Original and lovingly restored furniture is still to be found throughout the ...
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14. Elgin, West Dundee, Carpentersville Illinois real estate listings, home buyi...
... 2.5 baths, 2 story open staircase foyer leads to an open and airy floor plan. Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 full, 1 half MLS# 05192763 Click For More Location: 3384 Blue Ridge Price: $210,000 <
http://www.hildajones.com/myhomes.asp

15. Our Building - About the Fed, Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago
... The Bank featured a large open staircase in the LaSalle Street lobby, which led to the second floor. There, visitors found a central lobby with teller windows designed for bankers seeking loans from ...
http://www.chicagofed.com ..._fed/our_building.cfm

16. Flemington New Jersey Bed and Breakfast Inn - Main Street Manor Common Rooms
... The large open staircase is the perfect setting for a vow renewal or an intimate wedding. FORMAL FRONT PARLOR Furnished with period antiques, our formal parlor is designed for conversation and the ...
http://www.mainstreetmanor.com/common.html

17. The Real Estate Place - Home Listings
... 603 $78,500 Beautiful home with 4 large bedrooms, 1 3/4 baths, 2 dens, 3 season front porch, open staircase, leaded glass and original wood work! Wow! #596 SOLD#590 $71,900 Good home! Good location ...
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18. Cortijo Andalucia - Rural Property Search
... 35m2 lounge/diner,utility room,open staircase with fountain feature.Swimming pool,porche and garden. Mortgage available. 4Bedrooms -- 3Bathrooms Price: 425,000 Euro's - ConvertCurrency view property ...
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19. Retail Lighting Design Strategies - Retail Lighting Inspiration - Retail Lig...
... lighter side of Louis Vuitton -- An interior LED-illuminated curtain wall and a sculptural open staircase draw New York customers upward to its four levels Lighting the way -- Leading lighting ...
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20. Maldives Hotels - Soneva Fushi Resort and Spa Baa Atoll Maldives
... In the Deluxe Crusoe Villas, an open staircase leads to the upstairs bedroom. Various room categories are available with and without private pools. RESORT FACILITIES In our pursuit of detail, even ...
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21. Punch! Software Australian Sales
... Custom stud spacing and size Framing schedule Stair Design Tools Straight or curved stairs Open staircase option Removable side skirt wall Click & Drag curved stair radius Click & Drag stair ...
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22. Marina Pointe At Harveys Lake - Luxury Waterfront Living- www.marina-pointe.com
... living room Skylights in first-floor living room Two car garage with remote access Dramatic open staircase leading to second floor media alcove Bay window in dining room Bright end unit design with ...
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23. Bed and Breakfasts in Madison Wisconsin - B & B's, Lodges and Inns in Madiso...
... Breakfast is served in a soaring great room with massive recycled Douglas-fir timbers, an open staircase and a high-efficiency wood-burning hearth. Our breakfast menus are planned by combining ...
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24. Skiing Chalet Branges, Val d'Isere, L'Espace Killy France
... room. This is a most comfortable and spacious catered chalet with the dining room and upstairs lounge connected by a lovely winding open staircase. There are five bedrooms all of completely different ...
http://www.finlayski.com/valdisere/branges.html

25. Vancouver Bed and Breakfast - O Canada House Bed and Breakfast - British Col...
... room, or you may choose to enjoy the spacious main floor containing a large entry hall with open staircase, an inviting front parlour with fireplace, an elegant dining room with fireplace and ...
http://www.ocanadahouse.com/home.html

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