Contemporary Glass Railing Staircase Ideas and Designs

Rare Space and Luxury in Annandale

Pilcher Residential

Pilcher Residential
Photo of a contemporary tiled straight glass railing staircase in Sydney with tiled risers.

Loft Puteaux 155m2

blackStones

Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary concrete l-shaped glass railing staircase in Paris with concrete risers.

The Element House

NWC Construction

Built by NWC Construction Ryan Gamma Photography
Design ideas for an expansive contemporary wood floating glass railing staircase in Tampa with open risers.

"Casa Abocinada" Vivienda Unifamiliar en Lepe

Juanca Lagares

Arquitecto: Juan Manuel González Morgado Fotógrafo: Juanca Lagares
Photo of a large contemporary tiled u-shaped glass railing staircase in Seville with tiled risers.

Ristrutturazione edilizia di edificio residenziale

Fabricamus Architettura e Ingegneria

Fotografie: Alex Farinelli
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary tiled straight glass railing staircase in Other with tiled risers.

COOGEE RESIDENCE

Studio Trio

Contemporary wood straight glass railing staircase in Sydney with open risers.

Staircase 6

Beaver Stair Co.

Photo of a large contemporary wood floating glass railing staircase in Detroit with open risers.

Contemporary Custom Home - Waterford Heights

Burdick Custom Homes

Contemporary wood u-shaped glass railing staircase in Austin with open risers.

Stairs

Habitat Studio

Los Gatos Contemporary Custom Home

Conrado - Home Builders

This Los Gatos home is a modern architectural work of art. Featuring floor-to-ceiling garden view windows and vaulted ceilings, the home mixes minimalist style with airy sophistication. Glass doors on both sides of the estate open up to the gardens, welcoming both indoor and outdoor enjoyment. Around the corner, a rear entertainment terrace invites visitors to enjoy the verdant landscaping and tropical plants.

A. Residence

Maydan Architects, Inc.

Photo of a large contemporary wood l-shaped glass railing staircase in San Francisco with wood risers.

Scala in rovere di design

Falegnameria da Ros

Photo of a large contemporary wood l-shaped glass railing staircase in Venice with wood risers.

Country Club, Boca Raton

Cudmore Builders

This is an example of a contemporary floating glass railing staircase in Miami with open risers.

Wood Staircase with Glass Railing

Rockwood Custom Homes

Inspiration for a large contemporary wood floating glass railing staircase in Calgary with wood risers.

Ascendo Centrum Stairs

Ackworth House

The black central steel stringer and rich red Jarrah treads of this staircase make a beautiful statement against the neutral walls and floor in this grand entrance way.

Renovation & Remodel, Glounthaune, Cork

Sigma Homes

David Casey
Inspiration for a contemporary wood l-shaped glass railing staircase in Cork.

Tokeneke Rethink

Amanda Martocchio Architecture

Michael Biondo Photography
This is an example of a contemporary wood u-shaped glass railing staircase in New York with wood risers.

Creery Residence

Realm Architecture + Design

Open riser stair with glass rails is a focal point.
Photo of a large contemporary wood straight glass railing staircase in Vancouver with open risers and feature lighting.

Victor Wharf - Private

Chris Snook

Design ideas for a contemporary wood curved glass railing staircase in London with wood risers.

Push-Pull House

Cullinan Studio

This is an example of a contemporary wood u-shaped glass railing staircase in London.

Contemporary Glass Railing Staircase Ideas and Designs

A beautiful contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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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