Slatstone in Stairwells and Transition Spaces: Elevate the Everyday
From Forgotten to Focal: Designing Between the Rooms
Transitional spaces — stairwells, hallways, landings — are often overlooked in architectural planning. Yet they’re the spine of a building’s movement and rhythm. These vertical connectors deserve more than flat white paint or utilitarian drywall.
Enter Slatstone panels: felt-backed vertical stone slats that bring sculptural beauty, acoustic dampening, and architectural intent to the spaces between rooms. Whether in a private villa or multi-unit residential complex, Slatstone turns stairwells into statement spaces.
Why Use Slatstone in Stairwells?
Stairwells are high-traffic zones with vertical volume and frequent acoustic challenges. Slatstone solves both aesthetically and functionally:
| Feature | Benefit in Stairwells |
|---|---|
| Vertical stone slats | Echo the geometry of steps and ascent |
| Acoustic felt backing | Softens footstep and ambient noise |
| Natural stone finish | Adds depth and permanence to transitional spaces |
| Slim profile (12 mm) | Perfect for tight vertical shafts and landings |
Design Approaches Using Slatstone in Stair Zones
🧱 1. Full-Height Stairwell Wall
Clad one entire stairwell wall with Slatstone, creating a strong vertical anchor. The slats visually extend the space and work beautifully with natural light or wall-wash LEDs.
🌀 2. Wrapped Corner Transitions
In multi-floor buildings, use Slatstone to wrap landings or upper mezzanine transitions. The continuity ties floors together and adds material rhythm.
🪜 3. Floating Stair Drama
Pair Slatstone with open-riser floating stairs. The heaviness of the stone wall contrasts beautifully with the lightness of the stair treads and air gaps.
🎯 4. Entry-to-Stair Sequencing
Start a Slatstone installation in the foyer and continue it up the stair, creating a visual narrative from ground to upper levels.
Finish Recommendations by Use Case
| Finish Series | Character | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Andromeda | Dark, moody, architectural | Floating stairs in luxury homes |
| Lunarian | Light grey, minimal, expansive | Apartment stairwells with natural light |
| ThunderRed | Warm red, rich, grounding | Communal stair cores or rustic modern villas |
Lighting & Acoustic Strategy
Use LED strip lighting at tread level or wall base to graze the slats, emphasizing their depth and texture. For acoustic value, Slatstone’s felt backing absorbs reflections and dampens movement noise — a critical feature for stairwells in multi-unit or echo-prone homes.
