Kneewalls, brick and stonework, and other changes of elevation requiring a handrail can provide a point of design interest while satisfying code requirements. Iron can flow, curve, and  gooseneck, to provide graceful drops of elevation with a purity of line. With so many metal forms available, from sweeping wide flats to ropelike twists, changes in elevation are opportunities to bring grace and line to the landscape.

The ropelike twist adds satisfying interest to a long line of handrail, and an aged copper patina further softens the single strong line.

Follow the lines of this ironwork handrail mounted to a brick planter as it sweeps out and down in both changes in elevation and plan for a simple, clean-lined and accessible handrail.

A double flat handrail sweeps down to become sculptural posts on this kneewall installation.