here’s another shot of the centrally framed handrail disappearing into infinity. this one gives me vertigo for some reason. maybe it’s because the left side of the handrail is lower than the right. or the block shapes shadows of the building silhouetted on the rock wall. regardless, it’s cool.

and make sure you check out these cool deck railings

here is an awesome shot of a white railing in a home. this a retro victorian look that reminds me of high society and white gloves. I also really like the abstraction of this shot.

for something a little less refined…
alright for something a lot more country, check out these deck railings

these pics where the railing draws the views into the frame seem to be pretty popular. I especially like this one for the visual surprise at the end of the ‘tunnel': the white birds on the black railing.

check out these deck railing pictures

I want to make sure that I shared this awesome rustic branch headboard. This is a stunning addition to any master bedroom’s decor and will be the centerpiece of yours! The posts and woven branches for this queen size headboard are made out of mountain laurel. the boards are made out of red cedar and laboriously cut to fit the curves.

here’s a nice aluminum handrail installed on somebody’s front steps. aluminum is a low maintenance choice although it can scratch and ding easily.

for a more rustic natural look, check out these exterior railings for your stairs and front step. they are an attractive choice for a home with wood siding.

check out this abstract pic of a metal handrail. the blocks of color define this composition.

check out these exterior railings for your home and deck. I’m not sure that they’d make great abstractions but maybe if the light was right…

winter is loosening it’s grip here in the beautiful Great Smoky Mountains. but in some places the handrails are still freezing. check out this awesome closeup pic of ice crystals that formed on a metal handrail. it’s pretty cool!

check out this post about 8 ideas for using branches in your home. there are all kind of cool decorating ideas to liven up your rustic home decor, including a jewelry tree for hanging necklaces.

she was also nice enough to feature mountain laurel handrail as a decorative wall hanging. don’t miss these awesome wood railings

and make sure you check it out on facebook.com/woodrailing

check out this pic of a metal  handrail. it’s a wonderful abstract composition of blocks of shapes and lines of contrast.

for a more natural feel evocative of the Great Smoky Mountains, check out these rustic wood railings

check out this pic of handrail on a bridge in an asian themed garden. this would have been a great opportunity to use rustic exterior railing.