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MA Residence
Marc Lemoine Architecture, LLCMarc Lemoine Architecture, LLC
Ken Gutmaker Architectural Photography
Design ideas for a large contemporary wood floating glass railing staircase in Las Vegas with wood risers.
Otonabee, North York
Otonabee, North York
Upside DevelopmentUpside Development
Toronto’s Upside Development completed this contemporary new construction in Otonabee, North York.
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped glass railing staircase in Toronto with open risers.
Cass Lake III
Cass Lake III
DesRosiers ArchitectsDesRosiers Architects
James Haefner Photography
Inspiration for a contemporary spiral staircase in Detroit.
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Delicate glass spheres within another glass sphere, made from our unique blown glass. Available as individual pendants or multi-pendant chandeliers. Multiple sizes and colors are available. Modern Custom Glass Lighting perfect for your entryway / foyer, stairwell, living room, dining room, kitchen, and any room in your home. Dramatic lighting that is fully customizable and tailored to fit your space perfectly. No two pieces are the same. Visit our website: www.shakuff.com for more details Photo Credit: Sean Litchenfield Photography
White painted SpaceSaver staircase with pine accents
White painted SpaceSaver staircase with pine accents
StairBoxStairBox
Making use of the limited space available, Our Customer has created a simple yet stylish flight that perfectly fits with the rest of the surrounding decor. Blending both the modern with the traditional, we have edwardian turned spindles embedded into a varnished oak Handrail.
Meydenbauer Bay Residence
Meydenbauer Bay Residence
Urban RestorationUrban Restoration
This is an example of an expansive contemporary wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Seattle with open risers.
Raumspartreppe Frankfurt
Raumspartreppe Frankfurt
Treppen und Bauelemente Schmidt GmbHTreppen und Bauelemente Schmidt GmbH
Holzstufen Eiche Natur, geölt mit weißem Mittelholm und weißem Stahl-Bügelgeländer, 33 mm. Brüstungsgeländer Glas ESG 8 mm klar, Klemmhalter weiß.
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary wood straight staircase in Other with open risers.
Attic bedroom
Attic bedroom
PlexwoodPlexwood
Attic bedroom design by Andrea Mosca, Architect, Paris France
Design ideas for a large contemporary concrete curved staircase in Paris.
Prospect Heights Townhouse
Prospect Heights Townhouse
Etelamaki ArchitectureEtelamaki Architecture
Photos: MIkiko Kikuyama
Inspiration for a contemporary wood staircase in New York with painted wood risers.
Margarido Staircase
Margarido Staircase
California Closets of TennesseeCalifornia Closets of Tennessee
Creative shelving above the stairs adds entryway storage in a fresh way.
Design ideas for a small contemporary staircase in Nashville with under stair storage.
9 Salem
9 Salem
Hisel Flynn ArchitectsHisel Flynn Architects
Eric Roth
This is an example of a large contemporary wood curved staircase in Boston with painted wood risers.
Hamburg Close
Hamburg Close
S&A StairsS&A Stairs
Peter Tarasuik Photography
Large contemporary wood floating staircase in Melbourne with open risers.
CP house
CP house
Alventosa Morell ArquitectesAlventosa Morell Arquitectes
Adrià Goula
Inspiration for a large contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Barcelona with open risers.
Loft AS Milano
Loft AS Milano
FEDERICO DELROSSO ARCHITECTSFEDERICO DELROSSO ARCHITECTS
Small contemporary glass l-shaped staircase in Milan with open risers.
Wheaton open rise staircase
Wheaton open rise staircase
Teodoro Brothers Custom WoodworkingTeodoro Brothers Custom Woodworking
Design ideas for a contemporary staircase in Chicago.
Vine Street, Kent
Vine Street, Kent
Paino Associates, Architects & BuildersPaino Associates, Architects & Builders
Sustainable bamboo staircase leading to lower level bedrooms. Four inch built in shelf provides usable display space.
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Cleveland with wood risers.
Tree House
Tree House
Walter Barda DesignWalter Barda Design
Justin Alexander
This is an example of a contemporary staircase in Sydney.
Appartement PE
Appartement PE
Atelier mepAtelier mep
Atelier MEP
Design ideas for a contemporary staircase in Paris.
London family residence
London family residence
Susan Fisher PhotographySusan Fisher Photography
Susan Fisher Plotner/Susan Fisher Photography
This is an example of a contemporary wood straight staircase in London.

Contemporary 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.
Ardoch St
Ardoch St
Frameless ImpressionsFrameless Impressions
Frameless glass staircase balustrade by Frameless Impressions
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary wood straight staircase in Melbourne with wood risers.
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