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Indian Hills Remodel
Indian Hills Remodel
restyle design, llcrestyle design, llc
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional carpeted straight metal railing staircase in Denver with tongue and groove walls and under stair storage.
Port Washington Residence
Port Washington Residence
Soglia ArchitectureSoglia Architecture
Photo of a medium sized contemporary wood straight wire cable railing staircase in New York with open risers.
Wells Street, Redfern
Wells Street, Redfern
BKA Architecture Pty LtdBKA Architecture Pty Ltd
Design ideas for a contemporary wood straight metal railing staircase in Sydney with wood risers.
kensington 1
kensington 1
one house greenone house green
due to lot orientation and proportion, we needed to find a way to get more light into the house, specifically during the middle of the day. the solution that we came up with was the location of the stairs along the long south property line, combined with the glass railing, skylights, and some windows into the stair well. we allowed the stairs to project through the glass as thought the glass had sliced through the steps.
Thistle Hill Farm
Thistle Hill Farm
Northworks Architects + PlannersNorthworks Architects + Planners
Located upon a 200-acre farm of rolling terrain in western Wisconsin, this new, single-family sustainable residence implements today’s advanced technology within a historic farm setting. The arrangement of volumes, detailing of forms and selection of materials provide a weekend retreat that reflects the agrarian styles of the surrounding area. Open floor plans and expansive views allow a free-flowing living experience connected to the natural environment.
Our Work
Our Work
All Hardwood Floors LLCAll Hardwood Floors LLC
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in New York with painted wood risers.
24_Elegant Simplicity in Attractive Washington DC Area Home, Bethesda MD 20814
24_Elegant Simplicity in Attractive Washington DC Area Home, Bethesda MD 20814
Century Stair CompanyCentury Stair Company
Fabulous new home near Walter Reed Hospital is featuring one of our recently built wooden staircases. The open balustrade system selected by the builder not only allows natural light to travel throughout four levels of beautiful designed spaces, it also balances the structural demands of the stairs and the elegant surroundings. CSC 1976-2020 © Century Stair Company ® All rights reserved.
English, Traditional, New Build, San Ramon, CA
English, Traditional, New Build, San Ramon, CA
Hunt Hale Jones ArchitectsHunt Hale Jones Architects
Design ideas for a medium sized classic carpeted curved metal railing staircase in San Francisco with carpeted risers.
Cumberland Street
Cumberland Street
CraftworkCraftwork
Isaac Turner
This is an example of a contemporary wood straight wire cable railing staircase in Philadelphia.
Palo Alto Green Home Tour 2009
Palo Alto Green Home Tour 2009
Tali Hardonag ArchitectTali Hardonag Architect
A trio of bookcases line up against the stair wall. Each one pulls out on rollers to reveal added shelving. Use the space under the stair for storage. Pantry style pull out shelving allows access behind standard depth bookcases. Staging by Karen Salveson, Miss Conception Design Photography by Peter Fox Photography
Lopez Ave
Lopez Ave
Lewis BuildersLewis Builders
Medium sized modern wood straight glass railing staircase in Other with wood risers.
Interior Gallery
Interior Gallery
Farabough HomesFarabough Homes
Inspiration for a large classic wood u-shaped mixed railing staircase in Other with wood risers.
Findlay Farmhouse
Findlay Farmhouse
Jamee Parish Architects, LLCJamee Parish Architects, LLC
Modern farmhouse stairwell.
Large farmhouse wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Columbus with painted wood risers and a feature wall.
La Loggia
La Loggia
Ectypos ArchitectureEctypos Architecture
Staircase that brings in winter light and acts as thermal mass, key to the passive function of the house. Kirk Gittings
Design ideas for a medium sized wood straight wood railing staircase in Albuquerque with wood risers.
Saltbox
Saltbox
Gardner Architects LLCGardner Architects LLC
John Cole Photography
Photo of a contemporary wood u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in DC Metro with wood risers and a feature wall.
Heron Cottage
Heron Cottage
Winkelman ArchitectureWinkelman Architecture
Small rustic painted wood curved metal railing staircase in Portland Maine with painted wood risers.
Stairways
Stairways
udvari-solner design companyudvari-solner design company
Dale Hall
Photo of a large rustic wood u-shaped mixed railing staircase in Other with open risers.
La Loggia
La Loggia
Ectypos ArchitectureEctypos Architecture
Kirk Gittings
Inspiration for a medium sized wood straight wood railing staircase in Albuquerque with wood risers.
Chevy Chase - Mid Century
Chevy Chase - Mid Century
Teass \ Warren ArchitectsTeass \ Warren Architects
Inspiration for a medium sized retro wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in DC Metro with wood risers and wood walls.
Virginia Contemporary
Virginia Contemporary
M.S. Vicas InteriorsM.S. Vicas Interiors
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in DC Metro with wood risers.

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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