Goal: Transform an awkward, rough framed staircase into a finished and safe back entrance to kitchen and basement.

Solution: The main focus was to enlarge the landing area as much as possible without completely reframing the entire staircase.  Before, the landing didn’t even cover the full swing of the back door.  Now, the door can be opened and one can enter without having the feeling of standing on a ledge.  The treads and backs were covered with oak veneer so that they may be stained and the walls were covered with sheet wainscoting.  The result is a safer and finished set of steps.