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Carpeted Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Transitional Staircase
Transitional Staircase
Inspiration for a classic carpeted u-shaped staircase in Detroit with open risers.
Eagle Mountain Home
Eagle Mountain Home
Revival Arts | Architectural PhotographyRevival Arts | Architectural Photography
A glass and metal stairway sets the tone of a contemporary entrance. Tiled entry way flooring and lined stairway carpeting add interest. Design: Su Casa Design Photographer: Revival Arts
Lake Retreat
Lake Retreat
Rebecca Driggs InteriorsRebecca Driggs Interiors
Sean Costello
Inspiration for a nautical carpeted u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Raleigh with carpeted risers.
Woodlands Avenue
Woodlands Avenue
UserUser
Photography by Ben Anders and Juliet Murphy
Design ideas for a contemporary carpeted u-shaped wood railing staircase in London with carpeted risers.
Luxurious South Kensington home
Luxurious South Kensington home
Teresa Superville PhotographyTeresa Superville Photography
Traditional carpeted u-shaped staircase in London with carpeted risers.
Cherry Hills Village Remodel
Cherry Hills Village Remodel
KGA Studio Architects, PCKGA Studio Architects, PC
This is an example of a large classic carpeted curved metal railing staircase in Denver with carpeted risers.
Modern Organic Stamford on the water
Modern Organic Stamford on the water
Trillium ArchitectsTrillium Architects
David Lindsay, Advanced Photographix
Medium sized nautical carpeted u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in New York with carpeted risers.
Everett Avenue
Everett Avenue
Oak Hill ArchitectsOak Hill Architects
Foyer featuring historic architecture with contemporary accents. A powder room nestled under the stair case makes a dramatic statement by using high contrasting wallpaper.
Mid-Country Tudor
Mid-Country Tudor
Significant Homes LLCSignificant Homes LLC
Laurie S. Woods
Inspiration for a traditional carpeted l-shaped staircase in New York with carpeted risers.
Croxted Road - Dulwich
Croxted Road - Dulwich
Chris SnookChris Snook
Photo: Chris Snook © 2014 Houzz
Inspiration for a scandinavian carpeted u-shaped staircase in London with carpeted risers.
Lookout House
Lookout House
Studio A Home DesignsStudio A Home Designs
Ryan Kurtz
Inspiration for a large contemporary carpeted staircase in Other with carpeted risers.
My Houzz: Comfortably Modern in San Francisco
My Houzz: Comfortably Modern in San Francisco
UserUser
Alex Amend © 2012 Houzz
Photo of an urban carpeted staircase in San Francisco with carpeted risers.
Mount Royal Show Home
Mount Royal Show Home
Maillot HomesMaillot Homes
Mike Heywood - Trilogy Studios
Inspiration for a contemporary carpeted metal railing staircase in Calgary with carpeted risers.
Chic and Classic
Chic and Classic
Lacy GreenLacy Green
Coastal carpeted wood railing staircase in Denver with carpeted risers.
The Derelict
The Derelict
Prominent Homes LtdProminent Homes Ltd
Ted Knude Photography © 2012
Design ideas for a large contemporary carpeted u-shaped staircase spindle in Calgary with open risers.
Dover Renovation
Dover Renovation
Silipo Architecture & DesignSilipo Architecture & Design
Inspiration for a coastal carpeted u-shaped wood railing staircase in Boston with carpeted risers.
Maple Stair
Maple Stair
Specialized Stair and RailSpecialized Stair and Rail
This maple stair with open rise carpet treads brings a warm and impressive feel to this home. The self-supported design alleviates the need for support posts under the landings leaving the view through the windows uncluttered. Grouped blanked spindles and mission posts add a simple linear texture to the staircase. The many posts tied together with angular lines showcase detail and craftsmanship. Ryan Patrick Kelly Photographs
Minnesota Residence
Minnesota Residence
O’Hara InteriorsO’Hara Interiors
Martha O'Hara Interiors, Interior Design | L. Cramer Builders + Remodelers, Builder | Troy Thies, Photography | Shannon Gale, Photo Styling Please Note: All “related,” “similar,” and “sponsored” products tagged or listed by Houzz are not actual products pictured. They have not been approved by Martha O’Hara Interiors nor any of the professionals credited. For information about our work, please contact design@oharainteriors.com.
Oyster Harbor Guest House
Oyster Harbor Guest House
SLC InteriorsSLC Interiors
This is an example of a coastal carpeted u-shaped wood railing staircase in Boston with carpeted risers.
Austin Victorian
Austin Victorian
ChangoChango
Austin Victorian by Chango & Co. Architectural Advisement & Interior Design by Chango & Co. Architecture by William Hablinski Construction by J Pinnelli Co. Photography by Sarah Elliott

Carpeted 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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