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Coastal Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Time Again
Time Again
Woodmeister Master BuildersWoodmeister Master Builders
Main stairway leading to the second floor. Woodmeister Master Builders Chip Webster Architects Dujardin Design Associates Terry Pommett Photography
This is an example of a large beach style carpeted u-shaped staircase in Boston with carpeted risers.
Winder Staircase
Winder Staircase
Jeff King & CompanyJeff King & Company
Read all about this family-friendly remodel on our blog: http://jeffkingandco.com/from-the-contractors-bay-area-remodel/. Architect: Steve Swearengen, AIA | the Architects Office / Photography: Paul Dyer
Private Residence
Private Residence
Jaycox Architects & AssociatesJaycox Architects & Associates
Sue Root Photography
Photo of a coastal u-shaped staircase in Jacksonville.
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Garza
Garza
AGK Design StudioAGK Design Studio
Design ideas for a coastal wood l-shaped staircase in San Diego with painted wood risers.
44 Pine Lily
44 Pine Lily
Borges Brooks BuildersBorges Brooks Builders
Fletcher Isacks
This is an example of a coastal staircase in Miami.
Heliotrope II
Heliotrope II
Brandon Architects, Inc.Brandon Architects, Inc.
Jeri Koegel
Photo of a nautical staircase in Orange County.
coronado
coronado
Burnham DesignBurnham Design
Beach style wood u-shaped staircase in San Diego with open risers.
Sea View
Sea View
CJ Riley Builder Inc.CJ Riley Builder Inc.
View of the primary staircase.
Inspiration for a coastal wood u-shaped staircase in Boston with painted wood risers.
Cape Escape
Cape Escape
The MZO GROUPThe MZO GROUP
creamy white with a dove white border elegant stair way
Inspiration for a beach style carpeted curved staircase in Boston with carpeted risers.
Southern CT Beach Home
Southern CT Beach Home
Allee Architecture + Design, LLCAllee Architecture + Design, LLC
Medium sized nautical painted wood curved staircase in Other with painted wood risers.
NJ Shore Formal-Traditional Home
NJ Shore Formal-Traditional Home
Cecilia B InteriorsCecilia B Interiors
This is an example of a large coastal wood l-shaped staircase in New York with painted wood risers.
Maine Retreat
Maine Retreat
Anthony Catalfano Interiors Inc.Anthony Catalfano Interiors Inc.
Richard Mandelkorn Photography
Design ideas for a coastal staircase in Boston.
Shelter Island Beach House
Shelter Island Beach House
Wettling ArchitectsWettling Architects
This is an example of a coastal staircase in New York.
Beach Cottage Renovation
Beach Cottage Renovation
kelley gardnerkelley gardner
Photo of a nautical staircase in Philadelphia.
Park Front Lake Home
Park Front Lake Home
Cottage Home, Inc.Cottage Home, Inc.
This Lake Michigan beach cottage embraces all things nautical, including the stair railings. Notice the nautical ties and ropes. The top stair did not exceed code requirements for a more structure spindle system. Quarter-sawn white oak floors and stairs.
Sophisticated Beach
Sophisticated Beach
Margaret Donaldson InteriorsMargaret Donaldson Interiors
A custom made coat rack nestles into the often unusable space beside the stairs. A collection of family photos line the stairs.
Design ideas for a beach style staircase in Charleston.
Alvarado Transitional
Alvarado Transitional
Patterson Custom HomesPatterson Custom Homes
Coastal staircase in Orange County.
Coastal Stairwell
Coastal Stairwell
Tongue & Groove Design + BuildTongue & Groove Design + Build
Our client wanted to build a home that would fit the environment at Figure Eight Island, with a coastal feel and clean lines. This home is about 4,500 square feet and has amazing views of the sound and waterway in the rear. Built in 2010 and constructed with resale in mind, it has been hugely popular with its guests.
Lakeside Farmhouse
Lakeside Farmhouse
Kingswood Custom HomesKingswood Custom Homes
Inspiration for a beach style staircase in Charlotte.

Coastal Staircase Ideas and Designs

A beautiful coastal 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 coastal 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 coastal 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.
Acacia
Acacia
Photography by Leigh Ann RowePhotography by Leigh Ann Rowe
This is an example of a nautical staircase in Los Angeles.
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