Gillian Flynn

I love the way the Victorians found a way to put faces in everything: you know, furniture and marble and, you know, everywhere you turn around - the banister, you know, there's someone looking at you.

American Author

Barbra Streisand

I remember when I was 5 living on Pulaski Street in Brooklyn, the hallway of our building had a brass banister and a great sound, a great echo system. I used to sing in the hallway.

American Actress

Ashley Madekwe

I can remember hearing the theme tune to Dallas when I was supposed to be in bed. I would sneak down and try to watch it through the banisters. My mum loved that show.

English Actress

Banister refers to any stair or balcony railing, often a key safety and design element in buildings.

Architectural Feature

Banisters can be made of various materials, such as wood, metal, or glass to match the style of a space.

Material Variety

In some cultures, sliding down a banister can imply a playful, carefree attitude, often seen in movies.