30 Dramatic Staircases Elevate Their Surroundings
Reminiscent of the Art Nouveau movement, the monolithic staircase in the lobby of the Austin Proper Hotel “is a beautiful, sculptural centerpiece—an ode to Austin’s stately homes,” designer Kelly Wearstler says, noting that the “artful craftsmanship of the wood is layered with a collage of patchworked vintage rugs” that were collected over five years.