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Blue Staircase with Open Risers Ideas and Designs

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All-Glass Staircase with full integrated LED
All-Glass Staircase with full integrated LED
swissstairs® by GYGERswissstairs® by GYGER
Medium sized modern glass straight staircase in Other with open risers.
Drishti
Drishti
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External Hardwood Stair
Medium sized nautical wood u-shaped staircase in Sunshine Coast with open risers.
Mathers Residence
Mathers Residence
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Sama Jim Canzian
Photo of a modern wood straight staircase in Vancouver with open risers.
Spirals
Spirals
MNC METAL DESIGN, Inc.MNC METAL DESIGN, Inc.
Spiral staircase over 16 foot height with rest landing
Design ideas for a medium sized coastal metal spiral metal railing staircase in Wilmington with open risers.
Architecture interieure d une maison des années 70
Architecture interieure d une maison des années 70
INTOO architectureINTOO architecture
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary wood straight wire cable railing staircase in Lyon with open risers.
Charles Rose Architects Inc.
Charles Rose Architects Inc.
Charles Rose Architects Inc.Charles Rose Architects Inc.
Exterior stair; Photo Credit: John Linden
This is an example of a large contemporary straight staircase in Boston with open risers.
Residential Development - 3 Contemporary Townhouses
Residential Development - 3 Contemporary Townhouses
Christian Builders Margate LtdChristian Builders Margate Ltd
MillChris Developments Ltd
Design ideas for a medium sized urban metal straight staircase in Kent with open risers.
Skyland
Skyland
Sierra Sustainable BuildersSierra Sustainable Builders
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary straight glass railing staircase in Other with limestone treads and open risers.
Floating stairs summer home - Noyack Bay New York
Floating stairs summer home - Noyack Bay New York
EeStairs UK Ltd.EeStairs UK Ltd.
Photo of a modern wood floating staircase in Sussex with open risers.
Steel Stringers
Steel Stringers
Prestige MetalPrestige Metal
PARIS stringer Urban Black - Plancher Bois Franc 2000
Photo of a medium sized modern wood straight mixed railing staircase in Montreal with open risers.
Wangentreppe Düsseldorf
Wangentreppe Düsseldorf
Treppen und Bauelemente Schmidt GmbHTreppen und Bauelemente Schmidt GmbH
Photo of a large traditional wood curved staircase in Other with open risers.
Contemporary Remodel
Contemporary Remodel
Kitchen & Bath Design / BuildKitchen & Bath Design / Build
Helen Taylor
Photo of a large contemporary wood floating staircase in San Diego with open risers.
Beach Observation Deck
Beach Observation Deck
Armistead Design & DraftingArmistead Design & Drafting
Photo of a large beach style metal spiral staircase in Orlando with open risers.
Bethesda, Maryland - Modern | Residence
Bethesda, Maryland - Modern | Residence
Marlene Dennis DesignMarlene Dennis Design
Inspiration for a modern metal floating staircase in DC Metro with open risers.
Escaleras para casa en la playa
Escaleras para casa en la playa
ESCALERAS ENESCAESCALERAS ENESCA
Contemporary metal straight staircase in Barcelona with open risers.
Kragarmtreppe an Steinwand
Kragarmtreppe an Steinwand
Treppen und Bauelemente Schmidt GmbHTreppen und Bauelemente Schmidt GmbH
Gerade Kragarmtreppe eingebohrt in Beton-/ Steinwand. Edelstahlhandlauf und Wand- bzw. Treppenbeleuchtung ist integriert. Kragarmstufen aus Eiche.
Modern wood floating metal railing staircase in Other with open risers and wainscoting.
Réno Ahuntsic 1
Réno Ahuntsic 1
Studio MMA Architecture + DesignStudio MMA Architecture + Design
Studio MMA
Small contemporary wood l-shaped staircase in Montreal with open risers.
East End 270
East End 270
Kaplan Thompson ArchitectsKaplan Thompson Architects
James R. Salomon Photography
Inspiration for a contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Portland Maine with open risers.
Willoughby
Willoughby
A Cut Above ConstructionsA Cut Above Constructions
ASK Design
This is an example of a large contemporary wood straight staircase in Sydney with open risers.
contemporary ranch house plans
contemporary ranch house plans
threadgold architecture + constructionthreadgold architecture + construction
Olivier Marill Photography
Medium sized contemporary wood straight glass railing staircase in Dallas with open risers.

Blue Staircase with Open Risers 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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