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Contemporary Glass Railing Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Contemporary Glass Staircases
Contemporary Glass Staircases
Jarrods StaircasesJarrods Staircases
A shot up the stairs of the lights that are built in to each step
Inspiration for a large contemporary wood curved glass railing staircase in London with glass risers.
The Sibarist MAD Loft
The Sibarist MAD Loft
The Sibarist Property & HomesThe Sibarist Property & Homes
Fotógrafo: Pedro de Agustín
This is an example of a contemporary wood glass railing staircase in Madrid with open risers.
Curved Walnut Stair With Curved Glass
Curved Walnut Stair With Curved Glass
Specialized Stair and RailSpecialized Stair and Rail
A solid walnut curved stair transformed this home during renovations. The open rise treads coupled with curved glass railings offer a stylish modern look. This stair features a stainless steel post system with stunning curved glass bent locally in our glass shop. Solid walnut treads show rich character through diverse wood grain. Curved glass held by stainless steel glass clamps makes a beautiful statement. Photography by Jason Ness
410 GB
410 GB
PHL & SERVICESPHL & SERVICES
Photos by Libertad Rodriguez / Phl & Services.llc Architecture by sdh studio.
Inspiration for a contemporary wood floating glass railing staircase in Miami with open risers.
Contemporary Staircase
Contemporary Staircase
Photo of a contemporary wood straight glass railing staircase in Orange County with open risers.
Blue Hills- Staircase
Blue Hills- Staircase
LDa Architecture & InteriorsLDa Architecture & Interiors
TEAM Architect: LDa Architecture & Interiors Interior Design: LDa Architecture & Interiors Builder: Denali Construction Landscape Architect: Michelle Crowley Landscape Architecture Photographer: Greg Premru Photography
Interior Alexandra Magne (Duplex Paris)
Interior Alexandra Magne (Duplex Paris)
Lionel Moreau PhotographeLionel Moreau Photographe
Lionel Moreau ( http://www.lionelmoreau.com)
Medium sized contemporary metal straight glass railing staircase in Paris with metal risers and feature lighting.
Stewart Project
Stewart Project
AP WoodworksAP Woodworks
Photo of a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped glass railing staircase in Vancouver with painted wood risers.
Woodland Park Modern
Woodland Park Modern
Fairview Custom HomesFairview Custom Homes
Inspiration for a contemporary floating glass railing staircase in Other.
Hazel I
Hazel I
Brandon Architects, Inc.Brandon Architects, Inc.
Design ideas for a contemporary wood u-shaped glass railing staircase in Orange County with wood risers.
Lakecrest
Lakecrest
Progressive Concept DesignProgressive Concept Design
Contemporary wood floating glass railing staircase in Vancouver with open risers.
Hermosa Beach House
Hermosa Beach House
Blanchard Fuentes DesignBlanchard Fuentes Design
This is an example of a contemporary wood u-shaped glass railing staircase in Los Angeles with open risers.
Detail at Lightwell stairs
Detail at Lightwell stairs
KSR InteriorsKSR Interiors
Tony Murray Photography
Photo of a contemporary concrete glass railing staircase in London with open risers.
Staircase
Staircase
Southam Design IncSoutham Design Inc
Large contemporary wood straight glass railing staircase in Ottawa with open risers.
Full metal jacket
Full metal jacket
Sanctum DesignSanctum Design
Marian Riabic
This is an example of a contemporary wood floating glass railing staircase in Sydney with open risers and feature lighting.
Lucerne
Lucerne
Daniel Marshall ArchitectDaniel Marshall Architect
Emily Andrews
Design ideas for a contemporary floating glass railing staircase in Auckland with open risers.
Stair
Stair
D'apostrophe Design, Inc.D'apostrophe Design, Inc.
Contemporary floating glass railing staircase in New York.
Staircase
Staircase
Begrand Fast Design Inc.Begrand Fast Design Inc.
Inspiration for a contemporary floating glass railing staircase in Vancouver with open risers.
Ferrizano
Ferrizano
Tree of Life Stairs, LLCTree of Life Stairs, LLC
Photo of a medium sized contemporary wood floating glass railing staircase in Denver with open risers.
Diamond Heights
Diamond Heights
x8 Property and Designx8 Property and Design
Design ideas for a contemporary painted wood straight glass railing staircase in Other with wood risers.

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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