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35 Stairways to Heaven

Unusual Stairways That Transcend Space, Both Literally and Figuratively

— October 24, 2009 — Art & Design
From Sabina Lang and Daniel Baumann's daredevil staircase to homes designed entirely of steps, staircases have the ability to inspire like no other architectural mainstay. These stairways to heaven showcase the latest staircase designs.

Staircases can be whimsical, colorful, exciting, decorative—but they're always functional. Take a look at these stairways to heaven and find some inspiration for yourself.

Implications - Stairs are a part of everyday life, and a lot of people tend to not notice them because they are always 'just there.' This cluster is able to shine some light on the forgotten stairs so you can see just how amazing and artistic they can really be. Within this cluster, you will find that changing the look of stairs can make a huge difference in homes and buildings.
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Disappearing Stairways
Disappearing Stairways
Jirri Geller Makes an Art Piece Called 'God Says No'
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Deodorizing Public Spaces
Deodorizing Public Spaces
NCP's 'Stairwell Smells' Plans to Banish Unsavory Odors in UK
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Man Buys Eiffel Tower Piece
Man Buys Eiffel Tower Piece
150,000 Euros For Part of Staircase
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Escalator Skiing
Escalator Skiing
Extreme Ski Stunt Video Is A YouTube Hit
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Musical Stairs
Musical Stairs
Interactive Art at Sony HQ
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35-Ft Chocolate Towers
35-Ft Chocolate Towers
The Built-to-Scale St. Stephens Clock Proves It's Christmas Time
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Foot Massage Stairvertising
Foot Massage Stairvertising
Ogawa Massage Chair Ads
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Nordic Metro Art Installation
Nordic Metro Art Installation
The Tunnel of Light Escalator
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Escalator Morphs Hairstyles
Escalator Morphs Hairstyles
Juice Salon Ad
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Obsessive Stair Art
Obsessive Stair Art
Ascension-Focused Photography
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Musical Subway Stairs
Musical Subway Stairs
Piano Stairs Encourage People to Get Some Exercise
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Escalator Legs
Escalator Legs
Venus Razor Guerrilla Ads
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Abstract Staircases
Abstract Staircases
'Ribbon Stairs' Make for Eye-Catching Home Decor
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Top 4 Escalator Ads
Top 4 Escalator Ads
Including Kingdom Pizza Under Your Feet
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Stepcylce
Stepcylce
Don't Pedal. Step, With the 3 G Stepper Bike
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Escalator Advertising
Escalator Advertising
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Illuminated Banisters
Illuminated Banisters
Zoran Sunjic's LED Handrail Makes Stairwells Less Scary
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Fake Blood Carpets
Fake Blood Carpets
The Fluid Stairway
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Human Stairs
Human Stairs
Mi-Zo's Kaleidoscopic Collage of Jumping, Running and Dancing
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Ads Targeted to Activity Levels
Ads Targeted to Activity Levels
McDonald's & Coca-Cola Stair & Escalator Campaign
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Skateboard Stairs
Skateboard Stairs
Recycling at Roartocket Skateboard School
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LED Staircases
LED Staircases
Stair Lights Home System Illuminates Every Step
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Strange Stairways
Strange Stairways
Stairs by Sabina Lang and Daniel Baumann May Be Hazardous to Your Health
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Convertible Chair Shelves
Convertible Chair Shelves
Power Chair
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Stair Stepping Bicycles
Stair Stepping Bicycles
The Taurus Bike for Kids
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Stair-Covered Homes
Stair-Covered Homes
The Japanese Beach-Side Stairs House by Y + M Design Office
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Spiral DNA Staircases
Spiral DNA Staircases
Garvan Medical Institute Helix Stairs
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Stair Architecture
Stair Architecture
The Incredible All-Stair House
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Floating Staircases
Floating Staircases
Stairs are the Crown Jewel at 5th Ave. Tommy Hilfiger Store
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Stair Climbing Robot Wheelchair
Stair Climbing Robot Wheelchair
The iBot Mobility System
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Utilizing Limited Spaces
Utilizing Limited Spaces
Staircase Library
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Green Creative Interior Design
Green Creative Interior Design
Alternating Tread Bookcase Stair
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Convertible Chairs
Convertible Chairs
Franklin Chair Stepladder Lets You Reach and Relax
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Stair Steps
Stair Steps
DIY Storage Staircase
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Disappearing Staircase
Disappearing Staircase
Steps Fold into Wall
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