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Affordable Midcentury Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Wine Bar
Wine Bar
Lisa & LeroyLisa & Leroy
Making the most of tiny spaces is our specialty. The precious real estate under the stairs was turned into a custom wine bar.
This is an example of a small retro metal railing staircase in DC Metro with wood risers and wood walls.
83_Blonde Wood Stairway with Sleek Horizontal-Metal Balustrade, Springfield VA 2
83_Blonde Wood Stairway with Sleek Horizontal-Metal Balustrade, Springfield VA 2
Century Stair CompanyCentury Stair Company
Placed in a central corner in this beautiful home, this u-shape staircase with light color wood treads and hand rails features a horizontal-sleek black rod railing that not only protects its occupants, it also provides visual flow and invites owners and guests to visit bottom and upper levels. CSC © 1976-2020 Century Stair Company. All rights reserved.
Pacific Palisades House
Pacific Palisades House
Fritz Johnson AIAFritz Johnson AIA
Olivier Koenig
Medium sized retro wood u-shaped staircase in Hawaii with painted wood risers.
50's ITALIAN LAKE HOUSE
50's ITALIAN LAKE HOUSE
Tommaso Giunchi ArchitettiTommaso Giunchi Architetti
composizione dei quadri originali della casa su parete delle scale. Sfondo parete in colore verde.
Design ideas for a medium sized retro u-shaped metal railing staircase in Other with marble treads, marble risers and wallpapered walls.
Scarboro Residence
Scarboro Residence
Uniik DesignUniik Design
Walnut staircase with black spindles add a beautiful contrast to the space! Pop of colour in the picture wall adds so much life to the hallway. Sky lights pour direct sunlight giving all colours an extra pop.
Callavance Court Renovation
Callavance Court Renovation
Alair Homes Savannah - The Strong GroupAlair Homes Savannah - The Strong Group
This interior renovation project took a traditional home in The Landings to a mid-century showpiece. There is a beautiful floating staircase as a focal point in the open floor plan. The black marble fireplace surround is a dramatic feature that spans both levels of this home. A folding door in the eating nook allows for easy access to the terraced back patio and two story sunroom provides great natural light in the living spaces of the home. A hidden door in the hall closet allows access to the technology of the home.
east 2nd rockstar
east 2nd rockstar
mango design comango design co
Photo of a medium sized retro wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Vancouver with wood risers.
20th Street Remodel
20th Street Remodel
kds design groupkds design group
Photo of a small midcentury wood spiral staircase in San Francisco with wood risers.
Downtown on the 6th Floor
Downtown on the 6th Floor
FSB Consulting Corp.FSB Consulting Corp.
New powder room built into side of staircase, new staircase with plenty of storage below, slopped doors follow zig zag line of steps, with a metal railing
Los Gatos Treehouse
Los Gatos Treehouse
Cathie Hong InteriorsCathie Hong Interiors
This 1960s home was in original condition and badly in need of some functional and cosmetic updates. We opened up the great room into an open concept space, converted the half bathroom downstairs into a full bath, and updated finishes all throughout with finishes that felt period-appropriate and reflective of the owner's Asian heritage.
Oh What A Ceiling!
Oh What A Ceiling!
Green Sheep CollectiveGreen Sheep Collective
‘Oh What A Ceiling!’ ingeniously transformed a tired mid-century brick veneer house into a suburban oasis for a multigenerational family. Our clients, Gabby and Peter, came to us with a desire to reimagine their ageing home such that it could better cater to their modern lifestyles, accommodate those of their adult children and grandchildren, and provide a more intimate and meaningful connection with their garden. The renovation would reinvigorate their home and allow them to re-engage with their passions for cooking and sewing, and explore their skills in the garden and workshop.
Soho Craftsman | Modin Rigid LVP Collection Customer Space | TX
Soho Craftsman | Modin Rigid LVP Collection Customer Space | TX
FlooretFlooret
A classic select grade natural oak. Timeless and versatile. 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.
Brownstone Living Room
Brownstone Living Room
Downtown DecoratorsDowntown Decorators
Paint schematic up the stairs - Paint color is Sherwin Williams Poised Taupe
Inspiration for a medium sized midcentury staircase in New York.
83_Blonde Wood Stairway with Sleek Horizontal-Metal Balustrade, Springfield VA 2
83_Blonde Wood Stairway with Sleek Horizontal-Metal Balustrade, Springfield VA 2
Century Stair CompanyCentury Stair Company
Placed in a central corner in this beautiful home, this u-shape staircase with light color wood treads and hand rails features a horizontal-sleek black rod railing that not only protects its occupants, it also provides visual flow and invites owners and guests to visit bottom and upper levels. CSC © 1976-2020 Century Stair Company. All rights reserved.
Mid Mod Remodel in River Hills
Mid Mod Remodel in River Hills
Brakefield Design CollectiveBrakefield Design Collective
James Meyer Photography
Medium sized midcentury straight wood railing staircase in New York.
The Avery at Madison Court
The Avery at Madison Court
Landmark HomesLandmark Homes
This 2-story townhome with first-floor owner’s suite includes a 2-car garage. Stylish vinyl plank flooring in the foyer flows to the kitchen and the living and dining area with cathedral ceiling with wood beams. To the rear of the home is the spacious owner’s suite with elegant tray ceiling detail in the bedroom and a private bathroom with double bowl vanity and 5’ shower. The kitchen is well-appointed with stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops with tile backsplash, and an island. Sliding glass doors off of the family room lead to the screened in patio. The family room is warmed by a cozy gas fireplace featuring stone surround and box beam mantel. On the 2nd floor are 2 additional bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a loft space.
North Fitzroy Project
North Fitzroy Project
enzie Space Saving Stairsenzie Space Saving Stairs
Fraser Marsden
Design ideas for a small midcentury metal spiral metal railing staircase in Melbourne.
Los Gatos Treehouse
Los Gatos Treehouse
Cathie Hong InteriorsCathie Hong Interiors
This 1960s home was in original condition and badly in need of some functional and cosmetic updates. We opened up the great room into an open concept space, converted the half bathroom downstairs into a full bath, and updated finishes all throughout with finishes that felt period-appropriate and reflective of the owner's Asian heritage.
Oxford Street
Oxford Street
Koch ArchitectsKoch Architects
Wood stairway with redwood built-in shelving, wood paneled ceiling, mid-century wall sconce in mid-century-modern home in Berkeley, California - Photo by Bruce Damonte.
Dee Why | Mid-Century Renovation
Dee Why | Mid-Century Renovation
NXN InteriorsNXN Interiors
Design ideas for a medium sized retro wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Sydney with wood risers.

Affordable Midcentury Staircase Ideas and Designs

A beautiful midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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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