The image below depicts a Gothic newel design I’m working on. I got the idea from the fence (really the fence post) that surrounds the old State Capitol building in Baton Rouge, LA. I love the pattern and hope to add it to my newel designs eventually. I still have to come up with a cap and proper base.
gothic fence post
gothic fence post
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The shank or shaft of the fence post is four sided. It alternates bead and cove (better seen in the bottom drawing)
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Tags: architecture, decorating, interior design, newels
This is a balcony detail that I really like. Most balcony rail heights are only 36inches high because of the minimum height code requirement. Consequently most installers cut the newels down to accommodate the rail height. This little drawing depicts a way to keep your newels long by adding goose neck fittings to the handrail. The newels are then kept long and tall. Makes for a nice show don’t you think?
balcony detail
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Tags: architecture, decorating, home improvement, home interior design, interior design, interior design tips
