Many of the living areas can be seen from the foyer. "We designed a strong entry axis with a view all the way through to the windows at the rear of the house," says Residential Designer Rick Gary. "The clear line of sight really catches your eye."
For the staircase, Julie created an artistic masterpiece with hand-painted risers. The look was inspired by a design from an old Scandinavian church. Even though this is an intricate pattern, you can use a simple stencil to create a look to coordinate with your decor.