La Vista

A complete renovation for which Bonsai were contracted to provide the interior timber element in American walnut. A prime grade walnut was selected to ensure a high consistency of colour and not too much in the way of lighter sapwood or knots. The star of the show, and indeed the biggest challenge, was the large helical staircase which was of stainless steel and glass construction into which our timber was incorporated. In such instances it is crucial for us to work closely with a trusted, expert manufacturer - in this case Stainless Steel Fabrications. So often metal and glass can overpower a staircase, making it sterile and cold however this was a notable exception and an absolute triumph (in our humble opinion!). The delicate curved handrail finishes it off beautifully and brings a subtle note of natural warmth to the toughened glass balustrade. Carefully placed LED lighting adds another interesting dimension too. Photography by http://magiphotography.com/