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Villa in Romagna
Villa in Romagna
Pierpaolo Iannone ArchitettoPierpaolo Iannone Architetto
Design ideas for a contemporary staircase in Other.
Contemporary Renovation - 2046.HR
Contemporary Renovation - 2046.HR
Robert Parisi Architecture + DesignRobert Parisi Architecture + Design
Design ideas for a contemporary staircase in Sydney.
Upper West Townhouse
Upper West Townhouse
ChangoChango
This is an example of a contemporary staircase in New York.
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Colorado Ave, Palo Alto
Colorado Ave, Palo Alto
Greenberg ConstructionGreenberg Construction
Contemporary staircase in San Francisco.
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.
Transitional Home Renovation in Rockville, Maryland
Transitional Home Renovation in Rockville, Maryland
Four Brothers Design + BuildFour Brothers Design + Build
Inspiration for a contemporary staircase in DC Metro.
Humberston Family Home
Humberston Family Home
LADECA Interior designLADECA Interior design
This is an example of a contemporary staircase in Other.
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Now and Zen - Staircase
Now and Zen - Staircase
Drewett WorksDrewett Works
A wood, glass and steel staircase leading to a bonus room highlight a passageway bearing leather-textured limestone walls and honed limestone floors. Project Details // Now and Zen Renovation, Paradise Valley, Arizona Architecture: Drewett Works Builder: Brimley Development Interior Designer: Ownby Design Photographer: Dino Tonn Limestone (Demitasse) flooring and walls: Solstice Stone Windows (Arcadia): Elevation Window & Door Faux plants: Botanical Elegance https://www.drewettworks.com/now-and-zen/
Une terrasse en belvédère sur le jardin
Une terrasse en belvédère sur le jardin
MAXIME ARNOUX - Paysagiste-ConcepteurMAXIME ARNOUX - Paysagiste-Concepteur
Design ideas for a contemporary staircase in Paris with travertine treads.
Arch-Texture
Arch-Texture
Luigi Rosselli ArchitectsLuigi Rosselli Architects
This is an example of a contemporary staircase in Sydney.
Puteaux - Rénovation intégrale d'une maison de 110m²
Puteaux - Rénovation intégrale d'une maison de 110m²
Heimat DesignHeimat Design
Rénovation totale d'une maison de 110m² des années 20, pour une famille avec deux enfants. Objectif du projet : Transformer une maison vieillissante en un lieu de vie ouvert, moderne et lumineux tout en en optimisant au maximum les rangements et les circulations. Pour répondre à cet objectif, voici ce qui a été fait : - Refonte complète du plan de la maison, - Conception des verrières sur-mesure, - Création d'un espace de vie ouvert type loft comprenant une salle TV, une salle à manger et une cuisine, - Création de deux salles de bain, - Rénovation des chambres. Tous les meubles ont été pensés sur-mesure par Heimat Design : Dressing, rangements et bibliothèque sous-verrière, ainsi qu'un escalier sur-mesure.
Duplex In Juhu, Mumbai
Duplex In Juhu, Mumbai
–The Pure Concept Home–The Pure Concept Home
Contemporary staircase in Mumbai.
Audrey St
Audrey St
Lindon Homes Pty LtdLindon Homes Pty Ltd
Enclosed Stairs with timber seat, white balusters and hanging plants from planter box above.
Design ideas for a contemporary wood wood railing staircase in Brisbane with panelled walls.
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Como Home 2
Como Home 2
Western CabinetsWestern Cabinets
Those special moments.... Reading nooks for the kids, or a getting ready for school nook! Either way, this little man is enjoying the new furniture.
Design ideas for a large contemporary straight glass railing staircase in Perth.
Echo Lake Modern
Echo Lake Modern
Michelle Yorke Interior Design LLCMichelle Yorke Interior Design LLC
Our Bellevue studio gave this home a modern look with an industrial edge, and we used performance fabrics and durable furniture that can cater to the needs of a young family with pets. --- Project designed by Michelle Yorke Interior Design Firm in Bellevue. Serving Redmond, Sammamish, Issaquah, Mercer Island, Kirkland, Medina, Clyde Hill, and Seattle. For more about Michelle Yorke, click here: https://michelleyorkedesign.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://michelleyorkedesign.com/project/snohomish-wa-interior-design/
San Francisco Victorian House Reno
San Francisco Victorian House Reno
Alice D'Andrea DesignAlice D'Andrea Design
Design ideas for a contemporary staircase in San Francisco.
Ar Penthouse_stair
Ar Penthouse_stair
Carola Vannini ArchitectureCarola Vannini Architecture
Scala in legno e ferro
Photo of a contemporary staircase in Rome.

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.
Wayzata Lifestyle Property
Wayzata Lifestyle Property
MATRIARCH DESIGNMATRIARCH DESIGN
This is an example of a contemporary wood floating staircase in Minneapolis with open risers.
Elegant Family Abode, Wandsworth
Elegant Family Abode, Wandsworth
Yoko Kloeden DesignYoko Kloeden Design
Photo of a contemporary staircase in London.
Kirkland: Organic Contemporary
Kirkland: Organic Contemporary
White Label InteriorsWhite Label Interiors
Photo of a contemporary staircase in Seattle.
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