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Cleveland
Cleveland
Oakley Home BuildersOakley Home Builders
Krista Sobkowiak
Inspiration for a medium sized coastal wood u-shaped staircase in Chicago with painted wood risers.
Moore St House
Moore St House
BD Building DesignBD Building Design
Steel Stringer with hardwood Treads
Photo of a large nautical wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Melbourne with open risers and wainscoting.
Beach Side Bungalow Remodel
Beach Side Bungalow Remodel
Spang Builders, Inc.Spang Builders, Inc.
Francois Gagnon
Small beach style wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Portland Maine with painted wood risers.
Allenwood - Cottage For Two Families
Allenwood - Cottage For Two Families
Visbeen ArchitectsVisbeen Architects
This unique project was one home designed for two families. The goal was to make the space functional for both families while preserving the integrity of the design. The result is a clean yet aggressive design emphasizing comfortable living for parents and kids. Multiple owner suites are situated on the main level with access to gorgeous views and outdoor living spaces. The cottage also offers plenty of bedrooms for the children - on a separate level - along with a variety of areas to gather, relax, and recreate.
2017 Midwest Home Luxury Tour
2017 Midwest Home Luxury Tour
City Homes, LLCCity Homes, LLC
Medium sized nautical wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Minneapolis.
Bartan Project [Minnesota Private Residence]
Bartan Project [Minnesota Private Residence]
Lappin LightingLappin Lighting
This is an example of a nautical carpeted u-shaped metal railing staircase in Minneapolis with carpeted risers.
Skagit Bay Waterfront, Camano Island WA
Skagit Bay Waterfront, Camano Island WA
Dan Nelson, Designs Northwest ArchitectsDan Nelson, Designs Northwest Architects
Second level library loft overlooking entry and stairwell.
This is an example of a medium sized nautical wood u-shaped mixed railing staircase in Seattle with wood risers and feature lighting.
Sea Breeze
Sea Breeze
KingPost Design and ConstructionKingPost Design and Construction
Inspiration for a small nautical wood u-shaped staircase in Other with painted wood risers.
Ocean City On The Bay
Ocean City On The Bay
Diane Burgoyne InteriorsDiane Burgoyne Interiors
Photo of a coastal wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Philadelphia with wood risers.
Michigan Lake House
Michigan Lake House
National Association of Home BuildersNational Association of Home Builders
Photo by Erhard Preiffer
Photo of a large beach style wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Grand Rapids with carpeted risers.
Staircase Details
Staircase Details
Cutting Edge Homes Inc.Cutting Edge Homes Inc.
Gorgeous detailing from a custom back staircase, which was once a simple hope on a wishlist. • Whole Home Renovation + Addition, 1879 Built Home Wellesley, MA
Pond house
Pond house
Aline Architecture inc.Aline Architecture inc.
Aline Architecture / Photography: Jon Rolf
Photo of a nautical wood u-shaped staircase in Boston with open risers.
Custom Lighthouse Newel Post
Custom Lighthouse Newel Post
McDaniel Construction Co., Inc.McDaniel Construction Co., Inc.
Paint: Sherwin Williams SW7004 Snowbound
Large nautical painted wood u-shaped staircase in Houston with wood risers.
78 - San Clemente Kitchen Remodel with Custom Cabinets & Wood Floor
78 - San Clemente Kitchen Remodel with Custom Cabinets & Wood Floor
APlus Interior Design & RemodelingAPlus Interior Design & Remodeling
Photo of a large beach style painted wood u-shaped staircase in Orange County with painted wood risers.
Northern MN Lakeside Home
Northern MN Lakeside Home
Lenox House DesignLenox House Design
A custom railing system was created using square balusters intermixed with paddle balusters and an over-the-top railing. Painted risers and oak wood treads were paired with a custom rug runner to complete the look.
Bay Head Beach Bungalow
Bay Head Beach Bungalow
ChangoChango
Interior Architecture, Interior Design, Art Curation, and Custom Millwork & Furniture Design by Chango & Co. Construction by Siano Brothers Contracting Photography by Jacob Snavely See the full feature inside Good Housekeeping
Modern Lake Home
Modern Lake Home
Alair Homes ClemsonAlair Homes Clemson
Design ideas for a coastal wood u-shaped mixed railing staircase in Other with wood risers.
Moore St House
Moore St House
BD Building DesignBD Building Design
Steel Stringer with hardwood Treads
Design ideas for a large beach style wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Melbourne with open risers and wainscoting.
Skagit Bay Waterfront, Camano Island WA
Skagit Bay Waterfront, Camano Island WA
Dan Nelson, Designs Northwest ArchitectsDan Nelson, Designs Northwest Architects
Window seat in stairwell.overlooking the garden.
Medium sized beach style wood u-shaped mixed railing staircase in Seattle with wood risers and feature lighting.
Stair Details
Stair Details
Halliday ArchitectsHalliday Architects
http://www.erinmccuskerphotography.com/
Design ideas for a medium sized nautical wood u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Philadelphia with open risers.

Coastal U-shaped 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.
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