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Bella Drive Residence
Bella Drive Residence
Bell ArchitectureBell Architecture
photographer: Will Crocker
Design ideas for a contemporary wood curved staircase in New Orleans with open risers.
Cobble Hill, Brooklyn Row house
Cobble Hill, Brooklyn Row house
Bonaventura ArchitectBonaventura Architect
Please see this Award Winning project in the October 2014 issue of New York Cottages & Gardens Magazine: NYC&G http://www.cottages-gardens.com/New-York-Cottages-Gardens/October-2014/NYCG-Innovation-in-Design-Winners-Kitchen-Design/ It was also featured in a Houzz Tour: Houzz Tour: Loving the Old and New in an 1880s Brooklyn Row House http://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/29691278/list/houzz-tour-loving-the-old-and-new-in-an-1880s-brooklyn-row-house Photo Credit: Hulya Kolabas
Barn Conversion
Barn Conversion
FerriousFerrious
Inspiration for a large contemporary wood spiral staircase in Cheshire with wood risers.
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Horizontal Rails
Horizontal Rails
Metal InnovationsMetal Innovations
Stainless Steel Horizontal Rail Sherman Oaks 2
This is an example of a contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Los Angeles with wood risers.
REDO of a Builder Special
REDO of a Builder Special
UED StudioUED Studio
Inspiration for a contemporary wood curved staircase in Toronto with wood risers.
Mattituck Residence
Mattituck Residence
Paris K Interior DesignParis K Interior Design
Residential New York, Mattituck - North Folk Beach House Modern staircase with metal railing Photography: Tina Psoinos
This is an example of a contemporary staircase in New York.
Stairs
Stairs
Dasco Woodworks Ltd.Dasco Woodworks Ltd.
Photo of a medium sized contemporary wood l-shaped staircase in Vancouver 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
Normanville House
Normanville House
Studio TonicStudio Tonic
The beautiful granite stone blade wall from lower ground to ground, highlights the hardwood timber stair beautifully. The hidden kitchenette behind doors, is for use adjacent the wine cellar, and for those night time snacks! RossCo Advertising Photography
Barn Conversion
Barn Conversion
Skyway Interiors LtdSkyway Interiors Ltd
Skyway Interiors Ltd
This is an example of a contemporary staircase in Channel Islands.
Fifth Avenue Duplex
Fifth Avenue Duplex
David Yum ArchitectsDavid Yum Architects
Fifth Avenue Duplex New York City close
Photo of a contemporary staircase in New York.
Metal & Wood Modern Railing
Metal & Wood Modern Railing
Up Stairs RailsUp Stairs Rails
This railing installation features straight metal balusters and wooden posts and rails, creating a clean, modern look that perfectly complements contemporary homes
Барнхаус архитекторов
Барнхаус архитекторов
Михаил Новинский (MNdesign)Михаил Новинский (MNdesign)
Photo of a small contemporary staircase in Moscow.
Contemporary New Home Build
Contemporary New Home Build
Hines Homes, LLCHines Homes, LLC
Contemporary staircase in Little Rock.
Lum Road
Lum Road
S&A StairsS&A Stairs
Raw, industrial elements nurture the linear form of Lum Road’s staircase. Victorian Ash stringers are the base for an MDF stair with carpet finish, complete with a custom steel rod balustrade, and cladded feature steps.
Canyon Lake Project
Canyon Lake Project
Scribe StagingScribe Staging
This is an example of a contemporary staircase in Los Angeles.
Farallon - Pacifica
Farallon - Pacifica
Home Pride Construction, IncHome Pride Construction, Inc
Complete home remodel - Design and Build project. See video for before-after contrast.
Medium sized contemporary carpeted straight metal railing staircase in San Francisco with carpeted risers.
73_Bold & Gorgeous Stairs in Contemporary Entryway, Bethesda MD 20814
73_Bold & Gorgeous Stairs in Contemporary Entryway, Bethesda MD 20814
Century Stair CompanyCentury Stair Company
This structure boasts jet-black monumental stringers, blond hues wood steps & handrails, no risers, and rich-metal horizontal railings. The architect enhanced each flight with elegant lighting features (installed in walls parallel to stringers’ angles), making them an outstanding focal point. CSC 1976-2020 © Century Stair Company ® All rights reserved.
Trailhead Home
Trailhead Home
Cottonwood Custom Builders, IncCottonwood Custom Builders, Inc
Design ideas for a contemporary wood floating metal railing staircase in Denver.

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.
Old meets new project
Old meets new project
Nimmo Nielsen CollectiveNimmo Nielsen Collective
Off the Richter Creative
Design ideas for a contemporary staircase in Sydney.
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