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Affordable Contemporary Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Travertine and Agate Line Art Hardwood Flooring - Brian's Hardwood
Travertine and Agate Line Art Hardwood Flooring - Brian's Hardwood
Lauzon Wood FloorsLauzon Wood Floors
Take a look at Lauzon's gray hardwood floors from the Line Art Series. FSC-certified Hard Maple Travertine on the floor and Agate on the stairs. This picture has been taken by Brian's Hardwood in Redondo Beach, CA
Hafren Signature | Modin Rigid LVP Collection Contemporary Customer Space | WA
Hafren Signature | Modin Rigid LVP Collection Contemporary Customer Space | WA
FlooretFlooret
Pure grey. Perfectly complemented by natural wood furnishings or pops of color. A classic palette to build your vision on. With the Modin Collection, we have raised the bar on luxury vinyl plank. The result is a new standard in resilient flooring. Modin offers true embossed in register texture, a low sheen level, a rigid SPC core, an industry-leading wear layer, and so much more.
Cubby Cottage
Cubby Cottage
Kitty Lee ArchitectureKitty Lee Architecture
Inspiration for a small contemporary wood l-shaped metal railing staircase in Sydney with wood risers.
62_Natural Wood Treads & Jet-Black Metal Custom Spiral Stairway, Bethesda MD 208
62_Natural Wood Treads & Jet-Black Metal Custom Spiral Stairway, Bethesda MD 208
Century Stair CompanyCentury Stair Company
This elegant contemporary home features a custom spiral staircase with jet-black metal triangular frames designed to support natural wood steps. CSC 1976-2020 © Century Stair Company. ® All rights reserved.
Rénovation d'une maison en meulière
Rénovation d'une maison en meulière
ADC l'atelier d'à côtéADC l'atelier d'à côté
Bibliothèque palier Crédits photo : Juliette Berny http://www.julietteberny.com/fr/accueil.html
Home Builder Tampa FL Alvarez Homes - Outdoor Winding Stairway at The Milkey
Home Builder Tampa FL Alvarez Homes - Outdoor Winding Stairway at The Milkey
Alvarez HomesAlvarez Homes
Tampa Builders Alvarez Homes - (813) 969-3033. Vibrant colors, a variety of textures and covered porches add charm and character to this stunning beachfront home in Florida. Photography by Jorge Alvarez
Rénovation de maison à Nantes
Rénovation de maison à Nantes
Tiphaine ModinTiphaine Modin
Cette famille de 5 personnes a acheté une maison ancienne dans le quartier Saint Felix à Nantes. Elle souhaitait transformer le rez-de-chaussée très cloisonné et sombre en un espace de vie ouvert et lumineux. Nous avons ainsi créé une baie vitrée pour une belle ouverture sur le jardin. Le lieu de vie principal de la famille étant la cuisine, l'emplacement de celle-ci permet de profiter pleinement de la vue sur la jardin. L'emplacement de la cheminée devait être conservé après démolition du mur. Nous avons donc créé un module central et affirmé entre la cuisine et le salon : insert côté salon, et rangements côté cuisine (création d'un plan de travail avec alimentations électriques pour masquer les petits électroménagers comme le grille pain, bouilloire etc). Ce module central intègre aussi une bibliothèque côté salle à manger. Modification de la circulation : l'accès aux WC et à la cave a été condamné dans la cage d'escalier et recréé côté salon. Nous avons ainsi pu créer un module de rangement d'entrée pour manteaux, chaussures et accessoires. Pour la décoration, nous avons fait le choix d'une ambiance fraîche, douce et lumineuse.
Product Installations
Product Installations
Nationwide Lifts BC - Residential ElevatorsNationwide Lifts BC - Residential Elevators
Design ideas for a large contemporary wood curved metal railing staircase in Vancouver with painted wood risers.
Penthouse in Frankfurt
Penthouse in Frankfurt
innen_architekten BALS + WIRTHinnen_architekten BALS + WIRTH
Fabian Sixtus Körner
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Frankfurt with wood risers.
Barn refurbishment
Barn refurbishment
Architect Your HomeArchitect Your Home
By removing the existing utility room and toilet that were previously located in the entrance area and the area of the floor above, the architect was able to discover the beautiful stone walls and create a dramatic double-height space. The full-height window gave views through to the open countryside beyond and the contemporary bridge connected both old and new and either end of the barn.
Лестница
Лестница
Екатерина ШубинаЕкатерина Шубина
Дизайн Екатерина Шубина Ольга Гусева Марина Курочкина фото-Иван Сорокин
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary painted wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in Saint Petersburg with glass risers.
South London Victorian Family Home Renovation
South London Victorian Family Home Renovation
Robert Rhodes Architecture + InteriorsRobert Rhodes Architecture + Interiors
Bedwardine Road is our epic renovation and extension of a vast Victorian villa in Crystal Palace, south-east London. Traditional architectural details such as flat brick arches and a denticulated brickwork entablature on the rear elevation counterbalance a kitchen that feels like a New York loft, complete with a polished concrete floor, underfloor heating and floor to ceiling Crittall windows. Interiors details include as a hidden “jib” door that provides access to a dressing room and theatre lights in the master bathroom.
Stairs
Stairs
Walsh's Fine Woodworking IncWalsh's Fine Woodworking Inc
Photo of a medium sized contemporary wood straight wood railing staircase in Boston with painted wood risers.
Broad Ripple Craftsman
Broad Ripple Craftsman
HAUS | Architecture For Modern LifestylesHAUS | Architecture For Modern Lifestyles
Detail view of open-riser architectural stair featuring vertical cable guardrail and upright piano integration - Architecture/Interiors/Renderings/Photography: HAUS | Architecture - Construction Management: WERK | Building Modern
Vivienda Bioclimática en la Cañada
Vivienda Bioclimática en la Cañada
3M ARQUITECTURA3M ARQUITECTURA
Inspiration for a small contemporary metal straight staircase in Valencia with metal risers.
rénovation salon/entrée
rénovation salon/entrée
Arnaud Livolsi - Notes de Styles Marne-la-valléeArnaud Livolsi - Notes de Styles Marne-la-vallée
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary painted wood straight wood railing staircase in Paris with wood risers.
North Lake Tahoe Home
North Lake Tahoe Home
Jones Corda ConstructionJones Corda Construction
Medium sized contemporary wood l-shaped staircase in Sacramento with wood risers.
Cape Cod meets Contemporary
Cape Cod meets Contemporary
Creative BuildersCreative Builders
Design ideas for a large contemporary wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Los Angeles with painted wood risers.
Metal Work
Metal Work
Traditional StairWorks, Inc.Traditional StairWorks, Inc.
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary wood straight wood railing staircase in San Luis Obispo with painted wood risers.
Bear Lake Cabin
Bear Lake Cabin
Lloyd ArchitectsLloyd Architects
stair and cupola view
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary wood l-shaped metal railing staircase in Salt Lake City with wood risers.

Affordable Contemporary Staircase Ideas and Designs

A beautiful contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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.
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