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Affordable Expansive Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Curved Staircase Applied Block Panels
Curved Staircase Applied Block Panels
Dancing Goat Custom MillworkDancing Goat Custom Millwork
Another angle showing clean lines and height of bottom panels.
This is an example of an expansive classic staircase in Houston.
Gill Beach House
Gill Beach House
Michael Limb BuildersMichael Limb Builders
Grand entry with custom made timber door opening into expansive space lit by suspended pendant lighting.
Inspiration for an expansive contemporary staircase in Geelong.
Dexter- New House Build
Dexter- New House Build
Imperial Hardwood FlooringImperial Hardwood Flooring
Photo credit: McGarr Realty Corp. Wall Paint - Benjamin Moore CC490 - Stone Hearth Trim - Benjamin Moore OC 17- White Dove Floor - Savannah Hardwoods, Hickory Homestead, Roasted Walnut
Contemporary New Build
Contemporary New Build
UserUser
This stunning hanging pendant adds a focal point to the open space staircase interior. By adding a long hanging pendant, the light can reach all levels of the house. Contact Asco Lights talented design team to find out more. www.asco-lifestyle.co.uk
Townhouse Remodel – Chicago, IL (South Loop)
Townhouse Remodel – Chicago, IL (South Loop)
123 Remodeling Inc.123 Remodeling Inc.
This stairwell replaced the prior attic access. The new stairwell is a total change from the old pull-down version. The unfinished attic now has painted drywall, padded carpet and electrical service like you would expect in any finished space.
Nejad Rugs New Jersey Curved Staircase Oriental Runner Installation
Nejad Rugs New Jersey Curved Staircase Oriental Runner Installation
Nejad RugsNejad Rugs
Nejad Rugs expertly installed long fine hand knotted Manchester wool Oriental runner. www.nejad.com (215) 348-1255 Designers, Manufacturers & Importers of Fine New & Antique Oriental Rugs Over 30,000 in Stock Member of ORIA Oriental Rug Importers Association Design #M056 GOBR Sizes Available: 2' x 3' up to 10' x 14', runners 2'6" x 10' up to 2'8" x 22'
Desert Home for Snowbird Nesting
Desert Home for Snowbird Nesting
Siegler Design Services + INTERIORSSiegler Design Services + INTERIORS
The main dining area is just steps away from this table area so, this table area in kitchen is more "café & snack" and conversational oriented to kitchen area in same room. Bethany McGrath www.chasingtumbleweed.com
Highview
Highview
Timothy Godbold LtdTimothy Godbold Ltd
Rikki Snyder
Expansive modern staircase in New York.
Rénovation d'une maison de ville à Montgeron
Rénovation d'une maison de ville à Montgeron
Atelier DevergneAtelier Devergne
Atelier Devergne, Escalier blanc, parquet au sol et mur bleus
Design ideas for an expansive classic painted wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Paris with painted wood risers.
Highview
Highview
Timothy Godbold LtdTimothy Godbold Ltd
Rikki Snyder
Expansive modern wood l-shaped mixed railing staircase in New York with open risers.
3 MUTUAL ST.
3 MUTUAL ST.
gene mastrangeli designgene mastrangeli design
STEEL STAIRCASE CONNECTING TOP FLOOR TO ROOFTOP
Inspiration for an expansive contemporary staircase in Toronto.
CHATHAM RENOVATION REMODEL
CHATHAM RENOVATION REMODEL
Passacantando Architects AIAPassacantando Architects AIA
Construction: John Muolo Photographer: Kevin Colquhoun
Expansive coastal wood l-shaped staircase in New York with wood risers.
East Los Gatos Foothills Remodel
East Los Gatos Foothills Remodel
Lawrence Flooring & InteriorsLawrence Flooring & Interiors
Hardwood flooring is Jatoba Engineered Brazillian Cherry
This is an example of an expansive classic wood straight staircase in San Francisco with wood risers.
Merry Hill Road Bushey Herts
Merry Hill Road Bushey Herts
Charlie Greig BespokeCharlie Greig Bespoke
Photography - Marcus Peel - The original staircase was upgraded using modern iron work to compliment the space. The ceiling panels were templated and replaced with bespoke panels adorned with crystals and lace and fixed in place one by one. 4 M high ceilings allowed light to bounce of the crystals and reflect all around the open plan space. Gorgeous.
Build for the Cure 2016 Holiday Home
Build for the Cure 2016 Holiday Home
E S Johnson Builders, LLCE S Johnson Builders, LLC
Serena Apostal
This is an example of an expansive traditional wood l-shaped staircase in Charlotte with painted wood risers.
Colligny
Colligny
BOCAROBOCARO
bocaro
Expansive modern wood l-shaped staircase in Nancy with open risers.
Norfolk Road, Edgbaston
Norfolk Road, Edgbaston
Lapworth ArchitectsLapworth Architects
Michael Kalam
Photo of an expansive classic staircase in West Midlands.
Home Staging Canford Cliffs, Poole
Home Staging Canford Cliffs, Poole
Coral InteriorsCoral Interiors
Chris Baker, Planning 3D
Photo of an expansive contemporary staircase in Dorset.
Crown Mews, St Ives
Crown Mews, St Ives
Redwood ConversionsRedwood Conversions
Lamont Images; Linda Boy (Stained Glass)
This is an example of an expansive traditional staircase in Cambridgeshire.
Luxury Home - Perch Lake
Luxury Home - Perch Lake
Northland Construction Inc.Northland Construction Inc.
Inspiration for an expansive contemporary carpeted u-shaped staircase in Minneapolis with wood risers.

Affordable Expansive Staircase Ideas and Designs

A beautiful 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 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 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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