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'19 New Home - Wayzata, MN
'19 New Home - Wayzata, MN
Lecy Bros Homes & RemodelingLecy Bros Homes & Remodeling
Contemporary wood straight mixed railing staircase in Minneapolis with wood risers.
4X10 Maison de ville à Marseille
4X10 Maison de ville à Marseille
Tarlet ArchitectesTarlet Architectes
Florent Joliot
Inspiration for a contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Marseille with wood risers.
Courthope Road
Courthope Road
IQ Glass UKIQ Glass UK
IQ Glass UK
Photo of a contemporary wood straight staircase in London with wood risers.
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Casa Zen
Casa Zen
LIVINGKITSLIVINGKITS
Contemporary staircase in Malaga.
Floating stairs - Mono stringer
Floating stairs - Mono stringer
TJ Wilson Carpentry, LLCTJ Wilson Carpentry, LLC
Contemporary staircase in Philadelphia.
Вилла в Лисьем носу
Вилла в Лисьем носу
In2designIn2design
Contemporary staircase.
Morgan Street
Morgan Street
Bone and Blanc Interior Design StudioBone and Blanc Interior Design Studio
Photo of a contemporary staircase in Newcastle - Maitland.
Forêt
Forêt
SINGER BIEDER ArchitectureSINGER BIEDER Architecture
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary wood wood railing staircase in Paris with painted wood risers.
Lurline Bay House I Part 2
Lurline Bay House I Part 2
D'Cruz Design GroupD'Cruz Design Group
Large contemporary wood straight wood railing staircase in Sydney with open risers.
Дом в х.Махин (Фото)
Дом в х.Махин (Фото)
Anastasia SafonovaAnastasia Safonova
This is an example of a contemporary staircase in Other.
Highland House
Highland House
Giulietti Schouten Weber ArchitectsGiulietti Schouten Weber Architects
Contemporary staircase in Portland.
Restructuration des combles d’une maison du XIXè siècle, 75m² à Rosny-sous-Bois
Restructuration des combles d’une maison du XIXè siècle, 75m² à Rosny-sous-Bois
Ameo ConceptAmeo Concept
Rénovation partielle d’une maison du XIXè siècle, dont les combles existants n’étaient initialement accessibles que par une échelle escamotable. Afin de créer un espace nuit et bureau supplémentaire dans cette bâtisse familiale, l’ensemble du niveau R+2 a été démoli afin d’être reconstruit sur des bases structurelles saines, intégrant un escalier central esthétique et fonctionnel, véritable pièce maitresse de la maison dotée de nombreux rangements sur mesure. La salle d’eau et les sanitaires du premier étage ont été entièrement repensés et rénovés, alliant zelliges traditionnels colorés et naturels. Entre inspirations méditerranéennes et contemporaines, le projet Cavaré est le fruit de plusieurs mois de travail afin de conserver le charme existant de la demeure, tout en y apportant confort et modernité.
Oudon - Escalier & claustra garde corps
Oudon - Escalier & claustra garde corps
Atelier 1053Atelier 1053
Projet de création sur-mesure d'un meuble sous-escalier coulissant et d'un claustra garde-corps. Coût total du projet : 4 450 €.
Photo of a contemporary staircase in Other.
The Mesa
The Mesa
A Cavalli ConstructionA Cavalli Construction
Design ideas for a contemporary staircase in Santa Barbara.
HOUSE ALLATH
HOUSE ALLATH
Tales of DesignTales of Design
Design ideas for a contemporary staircase in Other.
Baccianini - Complimenti per i pavimenti!
Baccianini - Complimenti per i pavimenti!
Baccianini PavimentiBaccianini Pavimenti
Pavimento in legno Biocompatibile Fiemme Tremila - Rovere REALE nodoso oliato , posa flottante su riscaldamento a pavimento.
This is an example of a contemporary staircase in Other.
Contemporary Shingle Style
Contemporary Shingle Style
Scott Simpson Design + BuildScott Simpson Design + Build
U-shaped wood staircase with wainscoting, landing area seating, bright natural light transoms.
This is an example of a contemporary wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Chicago with wood risers and wainscoting.
Marin Residence
Marin Residence
TOTAL CONCEPTSTOTAL CONCEPTS
Contemporary staircase in San Francisco.
Carlton Gardens, Ealing W5
Carlton Gardens, Ealing W5
TOTUSTOTUS
Contemporary 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.
Repräsentative Treppe
Repräsentative Treppe
Bürogemeinschaft | bfl Architekten und BeraterBürogemeinschaft | bfl Architekten und Berater
Stufenlandschaft mit Sitzgelegenheit
Design ideas for a contemporary wood curved wood railing staircase in Berlin with wood risers and wood walls.
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