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This abstract and flowing stair balustrade was commissioned by a customer in Washington DC, who was attracted to the sweeping curvilinear designs featured in much of
David's work.
Although the design is contemporary, every inch of the balustrade was hammered to shape (forged) using traditional
blacksmithing methods. Most of the railings were made from
steel which was
burnished then finished with
wax.
This gave the
metal a mottled grey-black tone
and highlighted its forged texture. However, the handrail and selected scrolls were forged from
stainless steel
which was satin
polished to act as a
bright counterpoint to the darker metal.
The
design of the balustrade was deliberately unconstrained and "unbound", hence the overlapping onto the sides of the stairs and balcony. Particular attention was also paid to ensure the design of the balcony and stair railings complemented each other at their intersection.
Some details of the construction of these balustrades can be seen in
this page.
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