Services
Hello!
We’re Ten Works
We are a creative fabrication studio in the heart of the Midwest that focuses on the artistic and sculptural elements of architectural design. We work closely with you to build the features of your design that matter most.
Monumental Staircases shouldn’t be a Monumental Headache!
Architectural Fabrication
We build monumental staircases. Our team thrives on multi-material design features, integrating steel, wood, concrete, glass, and finish metals like stainless steel and brass. Each of these disciplines are easy enough to sub out separately but you will unavoidably run into headaches, communication gaps, and blame games if anything comes up.
By hiring Ten Works, you eliminate the otherwise inevitable gaps in communication that come from juggling multiple subcontractors.
With one phone call you know that we will take care of your vision
Because of our multi-material specialization, we also excel at other architectural features such as reception desks, room dividers, conference tables, railings, and any other wild idea you may have.
Six Steps to Superior Staircases
This guide shows the step-by-step process we use to make your vision come to life. While we primarily build monumental staircases, this six-step method is representative of our process for other high-visibility, detail-heavy design elements as well.
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We start by listening closely to the story behind your design and what makes it unique.
Our team focuses on your architectural intent to understand what details matter most.
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This is where we really dive in and translate your concept into constructible solutions that honor both design and budget.
Our experts coordinate the integration of wood, metal, and glass—solving multi-material challenges before they reach the field.
Every detail is verified for code compliance and long-term performance.
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At this step in the process we take precise measurements on location
When needed, we utilize LiDAR 3D scanning to create a digital twin of the build environment that we can reference during the modeling phase.
This accuracy ensures a perfect fit and eliminates costly surprises during installation.
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We present material and finish samples for your review to ensure every detail aligns with your design intent.
Before fabrication begins, we produce physical mockups of key elements such as treads, railings, and glass assemblies.
You review and approve the final digital designs
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This is where the magic happens
Our team gets to work fabricating your project with each discipline working from a single, coordinated set of shop drawings.
We track key milestones like material delivery, fabrication, and finishes, sharing photo updates along the way.
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We coordinate directly with your contractor to schedule and manage the installation.
Because we’ve been involved from the first sketch to the last step, the installation is smooth, efficient, and painless.
We take pride in and ownership of our work, performing quality control checks every step of the way.
Design Assist
We have an extremely talented design team that is ready to take your ideas and turn them into fab-ready drawings. By collaborating early in the process, we are able to anticipate potential issues and ensure a smooth fabrication and installation process. Send us your idea and we’ll make it happen.
3D Site Scanning
With both new construction and renovation of existing buildings, 3D LiDAR scanning has been an invaluable tool in our projects. By creating a “digital twin” of the build site we can pull exact measurements, ensuring a perfect fit on installation day and reducing the need for extra site visits. We are excited to offer the same 3D scanning service to you to help you in the modeling phase of your projects. Give us a call and see how we can help you.
