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Modern Wonderland Home
Modern Wonderland Home
DKOR Interiors Inc.- Interior Designers Miami, FLDKOR Interiors Inc.- Interior Designers Miami, FL
Alexia Fodere
Eclectic wood straight glass railing staircase in Miami with open risers and feature lighting.
2018 Kips Bay Decorator Showcase
2018 Kips Bay Decorator Showcase
Rikki SnyderRikki Snyder
Photo: Rikki Snyder © 2018 Houzz
Photo of an eclectic u-shaped metal railing staircase in New York.
2-х уровневые аппартаменты, ЖК "KLEINHOUSE", 31кв.м
2-х уровневые аппартаменты, ЖК "KLEINHOUSE", 31кв.м
Ирина ШевченкоИрина Шевченко
Small urban wood l-shaped metal railing staircase in Moscow with open risers.
Monument Avenue
Monument Avenue
Patti Ryan Interior DesignPatti Ryan Interior Design
Gordon Gregory Photography
Photo of a medium sized classic painted wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in Richmond.
Traditional Home Dallas Showhouse
Traditional Home Dallas Showhouse
Carolina V. Gentry, RIDCarolina V. Gentry, RID
Being that everything really is bigger in Texas, this double-volume space was architecturally grand and ready to be transformed with the Pulp touch. The entry is the place that sets the tone for the rest of the home, so we wanted to create a space that welcomed guests in with boldness and flair. The space is filled with vibrant colors and patterns, yet feels highly curated and collected.
New House - Fairfield, CT
New House - Fairfield, CT
Peter Zimmerman ArchitectsPeter Zimmerman Architects
Tom Crane - Tom Crane photography
Large classic wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in New York with painted wood risers.
Lavender Cottage - Entrance Hall
Lavender Cottage - Entrance Hall
Oliver Grahame PhotographyOliver Grahame Photography
Photo of a medium sized country carpeted straight wood railing staircase in Gloucestershire with carpeted risers.
Lilyville Road, SW6
Lilyville Road, SW6
ArgyllArgyll
This is an example of a modern wood straight glass railing staircase in London with open risers.
Staircase
Staircase
Moda InteriorsModa Interiors
Staircase with glass and metal balustrade. D Max Photography
Design ideas for a large contemporary wood spiral mixed railing staircase in Perth with wood risers.
Grand Terrace in Annandale
Grand Terrace in Annandale
Pilcher ResidentialPilcher Residential
Pilcher Residential
This is an example of a victorian wood straight wood railing staircase in Sydney with wood risers.
Four sided mansard roof extension into two bedrooms and one bathroom - W6
Four sided mansard roof extension into two bedrooms and one bathroom - W6
Ash Island LoftsAsh Island Lofts
Inspiration for a traditional carpeted wood railing staircase in London with carpeted risers.
Rittenhouse Modern
Rittenhouse Modern
Michele Plachter DesignMichele Plachter Design
Andrea Cipriani Mecchi
Design ideas for a contemporary floating wire cable railing staircase in Philadelphia.
Urban Oasis
Urban Oasis
Modern NestModern Nest
Zeke Ruelas
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary wood straight metal railing staircase in Los Angeles with open risers and a feature wall.
Country Crib
Country Crib
Actual Size ProjectsActual Size Projects
Design ideas for a contemporary wood wire cable railing staircase in New York with wood risers and a feature wall.
Colonial Renovation
Colonial Renovation
RBA Architecture IncRBA Architecture Inc
Inspiration for a traditional wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Boston with painted wood risers.
Bold Interiors
Bold Interiors
Design By Deborah LtdDesign By Deborah Ltd
Photo of an eclectic carpeted mixed railing staircase in Berkshire with carpeted risers.
Entry Hall
Entry Hall
Jules Duffy DesignsJules Duffy Designs
Photographed by Laura Moss
This is an example of a medium sized classic carpeted wood railing staircase in New York with carpeted risers.
Park - Modern Saltbox
Park - Modern Saltbox
Blume ArchitectureBlume Architecture
Photo of a traditional straight metal railing staircase in Dallas.
Ein "tierischer" Treppenaufgang
Ein "tierischer" Treppenaufgang
freudenspiel - interior designfreudenspiel - interior design
Interior Design: freudenspiel by Elisabeth Zola. Fotos: Zolaproduction
Photo of a medium sized contemporary painted wood straight metal railing staircase in Munich with open risers and feature lighting.
Apartment 03
Apartment 03
Jiaxin Miao StudioJiaxin Miao Studio
Jiaxin Miao Studio
Photo of a traditional wood curved wood railing staircase in New York with wood risers.

Whimsical Wallpaper All Railing 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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