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An upscale residence for a New Jersey beach front home was designed by an prominent New Jersey Shore architect. He specified traditional metal railing with some ornamentation such as rings and knuckles.

We immediately proposed everything to be built in aircraft grade and marine grade aluminum and for the finish to be specified with blasting, pre-treatment and powder coating. The entire finishing protocol needed to comply to CIW 2604-A to withstand the harsh salt air environment at the shore.

When the client’s wife reviewed designs for the terrace railings, stairs and stair railings, she was not completely content with the design specified. She started reviewing stair railing images and deck railing images, looking for a design that was in alignment with her design expression. In conjunction, she desired the exterior staircase to be designed as a modern, floating staircase with masonry treads to match masonry flooring on treads.

She selected a flowing scroll work design, added cast aluminum knuckles for design elements.

The entire project was phenomenal and really heightened the architectural symmetry to this shore master piece with all the terrace railings, stair railings, stairs, gates and doors. It will be an excellent place for the clients to relax, but also to entertain family and guests at the beach in New Jersey.

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Thanks to the Compass team. The original work that was done 12 years ago still looks great. Unfortunately, we had to remove the railings to install new pillars this year due to weather related issues with the stones. Compass removed the rails and reinstalled them after the repairs were done. All looks beautiful again.

Thomas Zentz

We were thrilled to work with Compass again on our back porch project! The end result is gorgeous and the process was seem less. In a time characterized by delays, labor shortages and supply chain issues, Compass exceeded our expectations by providing a beautiful product and outstanding service in a timely manner. We look forward to working with Compass again in the future on all our metalwork needs.

Thank you so much again for your help!

Gina Bevan

Compass was very flexible when we changed our design. Quality was so wonderful, and unexpected.
We would never go to anyone else.

Amy Stone

Amos, your team exceeded extremely high expectations. The stairs are the heart and soul of the house, and as the main focal point are a treasure to the owners and architect. Every visit is followed by “come see the stairs”. I know how challenging it was to build and install this masterpiece, having worked as a builder for 50 plus years, and admire how your crew stayed positive and focused throughout. I can’t wait for the next one!

Custom Home Builder~ Northern VA
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