Blue Staircase Ideas and Designs

A modern wall paper lining the hard wood stair case in this historic Denver home.
Design ideas for a contemporary staircase in Denver with a feature wall.

Tenuta di Fessina - Novae Dimore Immobiliare - Etna - Catania

antonioprincipato.photo

antonioprincipato.photo
Inspiration for a mediterranean staircase in Catania-Palermo.

...Une maison Marseillaise...

Sarah-archi-in

This is an example of a contemporary wood u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Marseille with concrete risers.

Spiral Stairs

Superior Spiral Stairs

www.superiorspiralstairs.com
Design ideas for a staircase in Tampa.

Oak & Glass Staircase

Llama Architects

Our Handmade Oak & Glass Staircase in the new Hallway on one of our Barn Renovations. We transformed the Hallway totally by taking out the original dominant dated staircase which was in the centre of the Hallway. Moving the Staircase over allowing more space. A beautiful drop chandelier from Sweden was put into the Hallway and all natural colour schemes implemented within the now Open Plan feel of the Barn interior.

CHATOU - Rénovation Maison familial - Yvelines

BADIOLA - Architecte d'intérieur

Projet de rénovation intégrale d'une maison. Accompagnement pour la sélection de l'ensemble des revêtements et couleur afin de donner un nouveau visage et lumière à chaque pièce. L'envie des motifs classiques et géométriques se marient parfaitement bien avec les camaïeux des bleus et pastel. Le sol en hexagone tricolore dans le gris et rose pâle de la cuisine est contrasté avec les matériaux nobles et naturels tels que le granit noir du Zimbabwe, l'acajou, les façades blanches et la structure en métal noire de la verrière.

Residential building | Design*21 | Switzerland

Leicht Küchen AG

Leicht Küchen: http://www.leicht.com/en/references/abroad/project-vilters-switzerland/ Design*21: http://www.godesign21.com/

Lopez Ave

Lewis Builders

Medium sized modern wood straight glass railing staircase in Other with wood risers.

Stairways and Decks

Sand Dollar Customs

Inspiration for a medium sized coastal metal spiral metal railing staircase in Boston with open risers.

Cumberland St, Pimlico, SW1V

Huntsmore

Chris Snook
This is an example of a traditional staircase in London.

San Francisco Victorian

Rasmussen Construction

Victorian Foyer in San Francisco
Inspiration for a classic staircase in San Francisco.

PUIGPUNYENT ECO-PASSIVE HOUSE

Miquel Lacomba Architects

Las escaleras de madera | The wooden staircase
Design ideas for a mediterranean staircase in Palma de Mallorca with under stair storage.

Balma Fernandez

KMA DESIGN GROUP -INTERIORS-

Rodrigo Montoya
This is an example of a contemporary staircase in Other with open risers.

Metal Railing Spiral Staircase

Great Lakes Metal Fabrication

You can read more about these Iron Spiral Stairs with LED Lighting or start at the Great Lakes Metal Fabrication Steel Stairs page.

Mt. Baker Addition and Remodel

Lee Edwards - residential design

Situated on the west slope of Mt. Baker Ridge, this remodel takes a contemporary view on traditional elements to maximize space, lightness and spectacular views of downtown Seattle and Puget Sound. We were approached by Vertical Construction Group to help a client bring their 1906 craftsman into the 21st century. The original home had many redeeming qualities that were unfortunately compromised by an early 2000’s renovation. This left the new homeowners with awkward and unusable spaces. After studying numerous space plans and roofline modifications, we were able to create quality interior and exterior spaces that reflected our client’s needs and design sensibilities. The resulting master suite, living space, roof deck(s) and re-invented kitchen are great examples of a successful collaboration between homeowner and design and build teams.

Cliff Stairs

The Dock Doctors

Photo of a large classic metal l-shaped staircase in New York with wood risers.

Doylestown Attic Conversion - Winder Stairs

Armitage Interiors - Home Design & Renovation

Photo of a small contemporary wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in Philadelphia with wood risers.

Gate & Railing

Garden Metalwork

Dr. Robin Bagby wanted a combination rail and gate that could be closed off at the top of the steps or on the wall. We built this fun rail and gate for her that added some fun to the stairs.

Contemporary Farmhouse

Cannarsa Structure and Design

Photo of a traditional carpeted u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Grand Rapids with carpeted risers.

Mews House

George Fielding Photography

George Fielding
Photo of a modern staircase in London.

Blue 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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