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Fountain Valley whole home remodel
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Staircase with antique furniture
Inspiration for a medium sized classic l-shaped staircase in Orange County.
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Dramatic Kitchen
MARY ROONEY INTERIOR DIMENSIONSMARY ROONEY INTERIOR DIMENSIONS
Design ideas for a large classic wood curved staircase in Birmingham with painted wood risers.
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Muddy River
Gary Streck Design BuildGary Streck Design Build
Large traditional wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in Boston.
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Traditional staircase in Chicago.
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Basement staircase
The Stone Masonry Company LimitedThe Stone Masonry Company Limited
Stone staircase leading to basement. open treads portland limestone.
Design ideas for a medium sized classic straight staircase in London.
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Stratford Whole House Renovation
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Photo of a medium sized classic wood straight metal railing staircase in Austin with painted wood risers.
Decatur Craftsman
Decatur Craftsman
First Street BuildersFirst Street Builders
This custom made quatersawn white oak staircase is the centerpiece of the house. Quite a focal point! All the floors and stair treads are rift-sawn white oak.
Traditional Stair Systems
Traditional Stair Systems
Brookfield StairsBrookfield Stairs
Photographed By: David Deviou (DMD) Traditional Staircase with a starting box newel.
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional carpeted straight staircase in Seattle with carpeted risers.
Southern Elegance
Southern Elegance
Bob Chatham Custom Home DesignBob Chatham Custom Home Design
Beautiful southern cottage built by Scott Norman in Fairhope, AL
This is an example of a traditional staircase in Miami.
Wood Railing with Wrought Iron Balusters
Wood Railing with Wrought Iron Balusters
Titan Stairs, Utah!Titan Stairs, Utah!
This is a recent remodel we completed. Unfortunately no before picture but it was a very dated traditional oak railing system. We used Hammered Iron Spindles and a custom Turned Newel Post. The wood is Clear Alder.
Railings
Railings
Grizzly Iron, IncGrizzly Iron, Inc
This elegant hand forged stair railing is one of a kind. All of the pickets and the newel post were forged in our shop with custom dies. https://www.facebook.com/GrizzlyIron
Классический Лестница
Классический Лестница
Inspiration for an expansive classic curved staircase in Moscow.
Oak Estates
Oak Estates
Frankel Design BuildFrankel Design Build
Connie Anderson
Photo of a traditional wood u-shaped staircase in Houston with painted wood risers.
Oakledge
Oakledge
Carpenter & MacNeilleCarpenter & MacNeille
Richard Mandelkorn Photography Niles-Scott Interiors
Photo of a traditional staircase in Boston.
Milwaukee
Milwaukee
Ryan Homes, Inc.Ryan Homes, Inc.
Design ideas for a large traditional wood l-shaped staircase in Denver.
Cherry Hills Tudor
Cherry Hills Tudor
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Cove Residence
Cove Residence
Eric A Chase ArchitectureEric A Chase Architecture
Brian Vanden Brink
Design ideas for a medium sized classic wood l-shaped staircase in Other with painted wood risers.
Play Alcove Upgrade
Play Alcove Upgrade
Symphony HomesSymphony Homes
- Optional play alcove upgrade under stairs Standard Feature in the Symphony Series
This is an example of a traditional staircase in Salt Lake City.
Under-stair Storage
Under-stair Storage
Miles Enterprises IncMiles Enterprises Inc
Need more places to put things? We can create custom-built storage out of otherwise wasted space, hidden underneath your staircase.
Photo of a classic staircase in DC Metro with under stair storage.

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.
Bryant St
Bryant St
emcee designemcee design
open stair up to second floor bedrooms
Design ideas for a traditional staircase in DC Metro.
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