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StairMeïster, Pioneers in Design Excellence and Precision Craftsmanship		 StairMeïster Home
Spiral Stairs    

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1. Spiral
This outstanding one of a kind staircase in Santa Cruz is the result of the collaborative efforts set forth by an inspired architect and a team of highly skilled and imaginative log stairway building professionals.		 2. Constructed Around "Massive Redwoods"
Inspired by the grandeur of surrounding coastal Cedars and Redwoods, this staircase invites the organic sensations of nature indoors.		 3. Expansive Treads of Douglas Fir Timber
 The accommodating treads, which measure nearly 2’ wide and 4’ across, are hand crafted from old growth Douglas Fir Timbers reclaimed from a 1880’s vintage railroad trestle.
4. Spiral
Log spiral stairs as a work of art – StairMeister Log Works of Ft. Lupton, CO was one of only eighty artists selected to participate in the annual Southwest Design Conference held in Santa Fe, NM.
5. Whimsical carving detail
StairMeister Log Works is best known for the company’s log artistry, design, and creativity. An example shown here- cub paw prints leading to a custom carved bear perched atop of the center column.		 6. Custom Hand Carved Bear Focal Point With Hand Gouged Center Column
StairMeister Log Works was the only stair company in the country to appear in this event. We chose to display what the company is nationally recognized for, a one-of-a-kind spiral stair with twig rail.
7. Our Signature Spiral Stair
A 96" diameter spiral with our hand dovetailed balusters into the treads. We can custom build any stair in 1" diameter increments.

8. Spiral with Hammered Steel Balusters
This photo was taken while the stair was being installed. This stair has pine treads and 7/8" hammered steel balusters. As seen in the picture, we also provided the hammered steel balusters and guard rail for the loft in the house.

9. Spiral - 72" Diameter - 12 Tread
This is a recent spiral that we completed in the fall of 2008 for our valued customers in Fox Park, Wyoming. The center column, treads and hand dovetailed balusters are made out of lodge pole pine.

10. The “Phoenix” S-108 With Log Knee Braces
The oversized massive log steps cantilever from the center column receive additional strength in support from exquisite log knee braces.

 

 11. The Timber with Steel S-65
This spiral staircase exudes a contemporary appearance through: Douglas Fir treads, hammered steel balusters, and a top rail fashioned from cherry wood. S- cherry top rail. (As featured in LUXE magazine)		 12. The “Sun West” S-96
This stair features a grandiose flared root base center column. Also featured is a complentary curved guard rail for the round stairwell.
13. Ranch Spiral
StairMeister Log Works was commissioned to create a custom spiral stair to transition into a floating landing. This staircase was later featured in the tasteful “LUXE” magazine.
 14. Ranch Spiral
Another view of the previous stair pictured. This stair was built for a unique stair and situation for our clients in Silverthorne, CO.

15. Ranch Spiral
Custom straight run into a spiral is supported by hidden steel within the stringers to keep the clean detail of the log work.  With a "Snow Man" style hand rail.
16. Side View of Spiral
This side view of the spiral shows the metal twig railing with hand forged leaves. This spiral was made to replace the existing ladder that accessed the loft.
17. Front View of Spiral
This spiral has a 52" diameter and optional flared root base center column for our client on a quiet island in Washington.We also made a one piece custom triangular landing for easy attachment in the existing cabin.

18. View Walking Down Spiral
This view shows that all exposed ends of the metal twig railing are to the outside of the staircase for saftey purposes.
19. View of Metal Rail
This view shows how no two branches are the same in this finely crafted custom metal railing.
 20. Close-up of Metal Rail
This close up shows the bark effect steel and a leaf with a clear finish on the raw steel.

21. Code Conforming
We check every aspect of our stairs to ensure that they are code conforming. This photo shows the 4" sphere test.

 
22. Code Conforming 66" Diameter Custom Spiral
This spiral was custom made to fit tightly into an existing opening to meet the 1 1/2" hand rail code clearance.
 23. Stained Pine Log Railing
This guard railing was custom made to meet the California 42" minimum height code.		  
Straight Run/Hybrid Stairs    
1. Safe and Solid Functionality
This cleaned up shop photo show a creative solution to a special and difficult situation of multiple landings at different angles.		 2. "Three Rivers" Hybrid
This unusual SR-330 is supported by dual flared root base posts. A thoughtful solution to a special and difficult design challenge of different floor elevations. The post to the right also supports an existing massive timber beam. 		3. Custom Three Tread Winder
This stair was created for our new friends near Clico, California. This stair flows gracefully into and out of the winder with SR-100 style stairs and our standard guard rail.

4. Another View of a Unique Situation
This shop photo shows the stair starting as a straight run and turning into a spiral with a floating landing.

5. Two Story Hybrid near Crested Butte, CO
This custom SR-140 straight run turns into a SP-104" diameter half spiral with steel balusters and then turns back into a 40" straight run.

 6. Custom SR-140 Featured in the Previous Picture
This view show the spiral treads turning 180 degrees around the center colum. Also featured is the 2" diameter code conforming one piece gripable rail.

 
7. SR-200 Series in Oklahoma
This stair shows our standard guard and stair rail. It also has custom support posts that add that detail StairMeister is famous for. The open rail is for a custom metal panel and the newel posts are a character style.		 8. J-Stair for our Friends in Divide, CO
The upper four treads are characteristic of a straight run stair then it gracefully turns into a circular stair hence the name J-Stair.		  
Circular Stairs    
1. A Beautiful "C" Series near Boulder, CO
Perfectly integrated into the surrounding architecture, this spectacular log and timber "C" series is made with reclaimed Douglas Fir stringers and spruce treads and pine balusters creating a striking contrast between wood species.
 2. Custom Hand Made Leather
For an added artisan touch, each step is covered with a decorative hand tooled leather cap.		 3. One of a Kind Design and Craftsmanship
Creating a one-of-a-kind curved, custom wood staircase is what has earned StairMeister Log Works national acclaim.
4. A Two Story Millennium
This expansive two story circular log staircase is a refreshing and progressive example of artistic functionality incorporating helical design crafting technology.
 5. Custom Log Railing
StairMeister Log Works was commissioned to design, craft, and install this giant, custom log staircase within a unique entertainment sanctuary; an elegant, rustic barn located in beautiful rural Connecticut.		 6. Custom Two Story Log Staircase
A log staircase that serves as the main focal point of the barn’s interior while graciously satisfying its primary function in granting generous access to three floors of the multilevel structure.
7. Looking Down Custom Stair Featured Above
This two story millenium looks great from all angles in this finely crafted structure.

 

8. Striking Contrast
The Douglas Fir stringer and hand rail create a striking contrast to the pine log steps and the beautiful character posts add a lot to the stair.

9. The "C" Series
This shop photo of "C" Series is located near Payson, Arizona. This stair had laminated pine stringers, balusters, and code conforming graspable rail.
10.J-Stair Custom Built for our Friends in Divide, CO
The upper four treads are characteristic of a straight run stair then it gracefully turns into a circular stair hence the name J-Stair.		 11. The “Big Foot” C-Series
This free standing circular staircase was dubbed the “Big Foot” because of its massive base acting as the staircase’s singular point of support.
12. Code Conforming Circular Stair
This code conforming circular stair was constructed for our clients in Quitman, Arkansas.
Railings/Carvings    
1. Custom Hand Carved Bear Focal Point With Hand Gouged Center Column
StairMeister Log Works was the only stair company in the country to appear in this event. We chose to display what the company is nationally recognized for, a one-of-a-kind spiral stair with twig rail.		 2. Expansive Treads of Douglas Fir Timber
 The accommodating treads, which measure nearly 2’ wide and 4’ across, are hand crafted from old growth Douglas Fir Timbers reclaimed from a 1880’s vintage railroad trestle.		 3. Extraordinary Top Rail
This is the same stair featured above with a view from the top. The top rail is a “Snowman” style to add a unique detail of its own.
4. The Timber with Steel S-65
This spiral staircase exudes a contemporary appearance through: Douglas Fir treads, hammered steel balusters, and a top rail fashioned from cherry wood. S- cherry top rail. (As featured in LUXE magazine)

5. Two Story Hybrid near Crested Butte, CO
This custom SR-140 straight run turns into a SP-104" diameter half spiral with steel balusters and then turns back into a 40" straight run.

 6. Custom Log Railing
StairMeister Log Works was commissioned to design, craft, and install this giant, custom log staircase within a unique entertainment sanctuary; an elegant, rustic barn located in beautiful rural Connecticut.
7. Custom SR-140
This view show the spiral treads turning 180 degrees around the center colum. Also featured is the 2" diameter code conforming one piece gripable rail.
   
Detail in Design    
1. Whimsical carving detail
StairMeister Log Works is best known for the company’s log artistry, design, and creativity. An example shown here- cub paw prints leading to a custom carved bear perched atop of the center column.
2. Custom Hand Made Leather
For an added artisan touch, each step is covered with a decorative hand tooled leather cap.
3. Code Conforming and Safe for Everyone
Not built just for today, but for generations to come.
 
1. Twig Metal Railing
This photo shows our twig metal railing that our client chose for his spiral stair.
2. Twig Metal Railing Close Up
Close up it is evident that there is a lot of detail in the twig metal railing adding to its beautiful effect.
  
Log & Timber Accents    
1. Structural Truss
This truss is made out of recycled douglas fir for a front entry way.

2. Log and Timber Accents
We also provide log and timber structural recycled douglas fir beams that are supported by pine posts. All are built with traditional timber frame joinery.

3. Structural Elements add Detail
These post and beam elements are integrated into a standard frame structure.

StairMeïster Log Works
7606 County Rd 10, Ft. Lupton, CO 80621
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