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Those are really beautiful - I wonder if the paneling below conceals built-in cabinets?

sorry for naiveté but why aren't these code?

I love how they look.
They remind me of Japanese cabinetry for some reason.

I do worry about the possibility of splinters though.

Poor trees. Seems a bit wasteful to me.

"I do worry about the possibility of splinters though."

Don't worry sciencegeek, as long as they are sanded properly, there should be no fear of splinters.

it was the cracked nature of the wood that led me to think that even well sanded steps would produce splinters. unless there were some form of sealant applied.

Kollros - Building codes typically require railing or at least hand rail.

gorgeous.

re: codes, there are also height and depth requirement for steps as well.

I'm the kind of doofus who would probably stub my toe on those

I love them. I want them. Especially if they're made of reclaimed wood. Beautiful!

Thanks for the clarification. The rise/run did look impractical, and I think it could be adjusted without losing much visual impact.

Without digging out the code book, I believe most codes require a handrail on at least one side of the stair. Additionally, any drop off over 30"(if my memory serves) requires a guardrail.

double. this was posted months ago. several times, i believe.

The one on the left looks like a vagina.