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Modern Steel and Wood Stair Railing @ Delane + Chucky's
Modern Steel and Wood Stair Railing @ Delane + Chucky's
KRAMER DESIGN STUDIOKRAMER DESIGN STUDIO
© Randall KRAMER 2014
Design ideas for a small contemporary carpeted l-shaped staircase in Chicago with carpeted risers.
Bowling Green Residence
Bowling Green Residence
Hsu McCulloughHsu McCullough
Staircase with Starphire ultra clear low-iron glass divider wall. Breakfast Nook at right and Dining Room at left (with backyard access beyond). Photo by Clark Dugger
Phinney
Phinney
Stephenson Design CollectiveStephenson Design Collective
Mel
This is an example of a contemporary straight staircase in Seattle with open risers.
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McKenzie River Home
McKenzie River Home
Six Degrees ConstructionSix Degrees Construction
This is an example of a contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Other with open risers.
Projeto do Bruno
Projeto do Bruno
Bruno ArquiteturaBruno Arquitetura
Photo of a contemporary metal railing staircase in Cleveland with open risers.
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
Modern Interiors
Modern Interiors
Neil Mac PhotoNeil Mac Photo
A funky modern upstairs landing in the Dyke Rd area of Hove, East Sussex, with a view out over Sussex Neil Macaninch Neil Mac Photo
Contemporary glass railing staircase in Sussex.
Redmond House
Redmond House
FINNE ArchitectsFINNE Architects
The Redmond Residence is located on a wooded hillside property about 20 miles east of Seattle. The 3.5-acre site has a quiet beauty, with large stands of fir and cedar. The house is a delicate structure of wood, steel, and glass perched on a stone plinth of Montana ledgestone. The stone plinth varies in height from 2-ft. on the uphill side to 15-ft. on the downhill side. The major elements of the house are a living pavilion and a long bedroom wing, separated by a glass entry space. The living pavilion is a dramatic space framed in steel with a “wood quilt” roof structure. A series of large north-facing clerestory windows create a soaring, 20-ft. high space, filled with natural light. The interior of the house is highly crafted with many custom-designed fabrications, including complex, laser-cut steel railings, hand-blown glass lighting, bronze sink stand, miniature cherry shingle walls, textured mahogany/glass front door, and a number of custom-designed furniture pieces such as the cherry bed in the master bedroom. The dining area features an 8-ft. long custom bentwood mahogany table with a blackened steel base. The house has many sustainable design features, such as the use of extensive clerestory windows to achieve natural lighting and cross ventilation, low VOC paints, linoleum flooring, 2x8 framing to achieve 42% higher insulation than conventional walls, cellulose insulation in lieu of fiberglass batts, radiant heating throughout the house, and natural stone exterior cladding.
Family Home, Bude, Cornwall
Family Home, Bude, Cornwall
The Bazeley PartnershipThe Bazeley Partnership
A contemporary home design for clients that featured south-facing balconies maximising the sea views, whilst also creating a blend of outdoor and indoor rooms. The spacious and light interior incorporates a central staircase with floating stairs and glazed balustrades. Revealed wood beams against the white contemporary interior, along with the wood burner, add traditional touches to the home, juxtaposing the old and the new. Photographs: Alison White
Horn New Home (Tear Down and Re-Build)
Horn New Home (Tear Down and Re-Build)
College City Design BuildCollege City Design Build
Contemporary wood staircase spindle in Minneapolis.
Contemporary Staircase
Contemporary Staircase
Design ideas for a contemporary wood wire cable railing staircase in Other with open risers.
Rural home
Rural home
Ironside ArchitectIronside Architect
Design ideas for a contemporary staircase in Toronto.
Stern Turner Home
Stern Turner Home
Erica George Dines PhotographyErica George Dines Photography
Photo by Erica George Dines Interior design by Melanie Turner http://melanieturnerinteriors.com/
Elford Remodel
Elford Remodel
grouparchitectgrouparchitect
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This is an example of a medium sized contemporary wood floating wire cable railing staircase in Seattle with open risers.
Open plan living space
Open plan living space
Kia DesignsKia Designs
Photo of a contemporary staircase in London with under stair storage.
GLEN CRESCENT RENOVATION
GLEN CRESCENT RENOVATION
Sticks + Stones Design Group Inc.Sticks + Stones Design Group Inc.
This extensive renovation project included significant structural enhancements and interior design for this 1974 split-level-entry home. The roof was replaced above the living, dining, entry and kitchen areas to provide a vaulted ceiling. The remaining structure was preserved and stripped bare to the original 2’x4’ construction to bring the home up to current building standards. Improvements included new wiring, additional rigid insulation to the exterior, and the replacement of old fireplaces with efficient gas fireplaces. The comprehensive redesign of the exterior included: high efficiency windows, timber detailing, new deck and railings, new cedar board and batten siding and stonework. The home’s crowded entrance was alleviated by a new addition to allow for movement from the split-level to the rest of the home. The enhanced interior space allowed for an open plan design and included a large kitchen where knotty alder cabinets replaced oak in a warm cinnamon tone, offset with oil rubbed bronze hardware. Quartz was used on all counter surfaces helping to balance the mountain modern look. Silhouettes added softness to the window trim and function for privacy and sun control. The project then increased in scope to include the full renovation of bathrooms, bedrooms and lower level play area.
The Aurea
The Aurea
Alan Mascord Design Associates IncAlan Mascord Design Associates Inc
Photos by Bob Greenspan
Photo of a contemporary wire cable railing staircase in Portland with open risers.
Rural Home
Rural Home
Ironside ArchitectIronside Architect
The stair which leads to the private bedroom floor is discretely positioned at the end of the ground floor.
Design ideas for a contemporary staircase in Toronto.
new staircase with custom case work to second story addition
new staircase with custom case work to second story addition
Ogawa Fisher ArchitectsOgawa Fisher Architects
A new staircase with rich wood details was designed next to the dining area in an existing one-story Craftsman home. The stair wall was treated as a piece of furniture, with a custom design of box-like shelves and closed storage doors animating the elevation. Photo by Joe Fletcher Photography

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.
Center Street Bar
Center Street Bar
Venegas and CompanyVenegas and Company
Design ideas for a contemporary wood u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Boston with open risers.
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