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Martha's Vineyard Living Room
Martha's Vineyard Living Room
Schranghamer Design Group, LLCSchranghamer Design Group, LLC
Photo of a medium sized classic wood l-shaped staircase in Boston with painted wood risers.
Under stair storage
Under stair storage
Nunley Custom HomesNunley Custom Homes
Traditional staircase in Charlotte.
Stair Railing
Stair Railing
Grizzly Iron, IncGrizzly Iron, Inc
http://www.facebook.com/GrizzlyIron This beautiful railing is made using a 1 7/8" forged cap rail with a hand forged volute at the newel post. The pickets are 3/4" solid round.
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Brennan + Company ArchitectsBrennan + Company Architects
Design ideas for a large traditional wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in DC Metro.
Montpelier - Full Renovation and Rear Extension
Montpelier - Full Renovation and Rear Extension
MH Costa Construction LtdMH Costa Construction Ltd
Classic staircase in London.
London Meets Hollywood
London Meets Hollywood
Rogers Design GroupRogers Design Group
This ASID award-winner began as a traditional Mediterranean design. Atmospheric redesign of the ceilings and millwork proved foundational in the transition to a cleaner architectural manifestation. This home goes from formal elegance to casual cool, effortlessly.
1303 Apache
1303 Apache
3rd Street Custom Homes3rd Street Custom Homes
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in Dallas with metal risers.
In The Spotlight
In The Spotlight
Morrison InteriorsMorrison Interiors
The slab marble risers are so stunning and give the beautiful entry stairway added luxury. Photos by: Rod Foster
Design ideas for a large traditional wood curved metal railing staircase in Orange County with marble risers.
Staircase
Staircase
LAJ Wood Products Inc.LAJ Wood Products Inc.
Prime Square Balusters (Item#5060)
Photo of a medium sized classic carpeted straight staircase in San Francisco with carpeted risers.
Casually Elegant Custom Home- Naperville IL
Casually Elegant Custom Home- Naperville IL
Charleston Building and DevelopmentCharleston Building and Development
Design ideas for a medium sized classic wood curved staircase in Chicago with wood risers.
Epic Bungalow Expansion
Epic Bungalow Expansion
Kipnis Architecture + PlanningKipnis Architecture + Planning
The combination of glass and wood in this staircase creates clean lines. A window above the winders lets in natural light.
Classic wood u-shaped mixed railing staircase in Chicago.
Traditional Custom Hillside Home
Traditional Custom Hillside Home
Hageman Custom Homes LLC, DBA GH ConstructionHageman Custom Homes LLC, DBA GH Construction
Inspiration for a classic staircase in Seattle.
French Transitional
French Transitional
Patterson Custom HomesPatterson Custom Homes
Design ideas for a classic staircase in Orange County.
White Oak and White Staircase
White Oak and White Staircase
Revived InteriorsRevived Interiors
Updated staircase with white balusters and white oak handrails, herringbone-patterned stair runner in taupe and cream, and ornate but airy moulding details. This entryway has white oak hardwood flooring, white walls with beautiful millwork and moulding details.
Hudson House
Hudson House
JPO InteriorsJPO Interiors
Design ideas for a classic staircase in Atlanta.
Glenridge Beauty
Glenridge Beauty
Alex by DesignAlex by Design
This is an example of a classic staircase in New York.
Tuckborough Court
Tuckborough Court
David Charlez DesignsDavid Charlez Designs
This is an example of a traditional staircase in Minneapolis.
Modern Rustic Design
Modern Rustic Design
Three D MediaThree D Media
Classic staircase in Los Angeles.
Lake Michigan Residence
Lake Michigan Residence
Fulton Design + BuildFulton Design + Build
Design ideas for a traditional staircase in Chicago.

Traditional Staircase Ideas and Designs

A beautiful traditional staircase can serve a purpose far beyond the functional, with many homeowners transforming the stairs of their home into an architectural centrepiece. Statement staircases will wow your guests – less of a staircase than a showcase – and you may only need to keep the stairs clean and balustrades and newels polished to have a focal point to your decor. For a real talking point, modern staircases make use of non-traditional materials like glass and steel. Planning a new stair can be big projects, but if you’re undergoing a loft conversion, loft stairs are an essential part of your renovation and you’ll need to think carefully about how they will fit into your home. Browsing through inspiring photos of staircases and find pictures who will help you to choose the right design.

How do I choose a new traditional staircase design?

In terms of renovation, replacing staircases is a big decision and must be considered as carefully as replacing a structural wall. If your current staircase is badly positioned then it may be worth the investment in a new flight. A standard straight staircase can be bought virtually out of the box, but for real excitement you may want to look into bespoke staircase design, including ideas custom handrails. This could certainly be the case when it comes to loft stairs as you’ll need something that fits with your area and space below. Storage staircases can be a great option for a small room – drawers or doors can pull out from the side of the staircase, utilising the space under it, or the stairs themselves can serve as drawers and cubbies. Spiral staircases are clever and can make a stunning feature in every room – choose a winding spiral staircase for smaller rooms or a sweeping one if you have the room for dramatic appeal. Glass railings are ideal if you have a preference for light and spacious interiors. If you have a more traditional wooden flight of stairs already in place, then you can add a more modern feel by opting for a sheet glass balustrade. Open stairs, an alternating tread or a floating staircase are great additions to any home but may be out of the question if you have small children.

How should I decorate my traditional staircase?

Despite the fact that the stairs can be one of the most frequently used areas of your home, they are often overlooked when it comes to a home redesign. Your staircase, much like your hallway, can be an opportunity to inject some colour or personality into your overall design scheme and an update can be as simple as putting a lick of paint on the spindles or stripping off the worn carpet to reveal the beautiful hardwood treads beneath. If you want to keep some cushioning, then stair runners are a popular design choice, as they draw the eyes upward and add a flash of colour or pattern whilst offering plenty of grip. That said, ensure stair runners are properly fitted to avoid any missteps! A nice touch to connect staircases to the hallway they lead to is choosing a complementary rug or floor runner that echoes the colour scheme of the stair runner. If your staircase is alongside a wall, make the most of that space with attractive wallpaper, framed pictures and artwork. Stair spindles are a decorative element in their own right but you can jazz them up by painting them in a multi-tonal palette of complementary colours or graduating between dark and light. Putting a nice chandelier over a staircase can add a final, dramatic touch; if you prefer a more subtle way, consider recessed floor-level lighting for an atmospheric glow.

How should I install loft stairs?

Luckily, there is no minimum width for staircases. If you have a loft conversion stair that are less than one metre wide then you should have a handrail on at least one side. If you’re wondering about how steep your steps can be, then the maximum rise according to Building Regulations Part K is 220mm and all steps should be the same size and level. If you’re worried about crowding your foyer below your loft, there are options that are light and ladder-like so not much space is used, but they will still be more sturdy and safe than normal ladders. You must have two metres headroom at the top of your loft stairs, too, to ensure entering the lost space is not dangerous. A spiral staircase may be the best option for a small room, but remember that the staircase will be narrower and could be more dangerous for young children or older users.The building regulations for spiral staircases are slightly different – if you’re going to use a spiral staircase as loft conversion stairs and it’s only a secondary staircase leading to one room, then the stair treads themselves must be 60mm wide and no more than 145mm in length.
Edina French Modern
Edina French Modern
John Kraemer & SonsJohn Kraemer & Sons
Inspiration for a classic staircase in Minneapolis.
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