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Oakholt
Oakholt
Brown&Co LLPBrown&Co LLP
Joakim Boren
Medium sized contemporary wood straight metal railing staircase in Other with wood risers and under stair storage.
Pikes Hill
Pikes Hill
Kaplan Thompson ArchitectsKaplan Thompson Architects
We created an almost crystalline form that reflected the push and pull of the most important factors on the site: views directly to the NNW, an approach from the ESE, and of course, sun from direct south. To keep the size modest, we peeled away the excess spaces and scaled down any rooms that desired intimacy (the bedrooms) or did not require height (the pool room). Photographer credit: Irvin Serrano
Bob-O-Link | 2018
Bob-O-Link | 2018
Coats HomesCoats Homes
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary wood l-shaped metal railing staircase in Dallas with wood risers.
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Inneneinrichtung einer Bauhausstil Villa
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Dipl.-Ing. Carsten Krafft ArchitektDipl.-Ing. Carsten Krafft Architekt
Die schwebenden Eichenstufen verbinden die Geschosse auf eindrucksvoll Weise.
This is an example of a large contemporary painted wood straight metal railing staircase in Dortmund with open risers.
‘Contemporary cut’ New staircase
‘Contemporary cut’ New staircase
First Step DesignsFirst Step Designs
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary wood l-shaped glass railing staircase in West Midlands with wood risers and feature lighting.
Durham renovation
Durham renovation
Clearcut Construction, Inc.Clearcut Construction, Inc.
This renovation consisted of a complete kitchen and master bathroom remodel, powder room remodel, addition of secondary bathroom, laundry relocate, office and mudroom addition, fireplace surround, stairwell upgrade, floor refinish, and additional custom features throughout.
Modern Magnetism
Modern Magnetism
P&H InteriorsP&H Interiors
Design ideas for a contemporary wood glass railing staircase in Miami with open risers.
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Murphy House
Murphy House
AD DESIGN DEVELOPAD DESIGN DEVELOP
Julian Gries Photography
Inspiration for a large contemporary wood l-shaped staircase in Melbourne with wood risers and a feature wall.
Residential Work
Residential Work
Britta Design IncBritta Design Inc
ericrothphoto.com
This is an example of a contemporary wood u-shaped mixed railing staircase in Boston with wood risers.
Дом в Парголово
Дом в Парголово
Дизайн студия “Нечаев и Сенчугов”Дизайн студия “Нечаев и Сенчугов”
Александра Смирнова
Inspiration for a contemporary wood straight staircase in Saint Petersburg with open risers.
Portola Valley Modern
Portola Valley Modern
Noel Cross+ArchitectsNoel Cross+Architects
Frank Paul Perez, Red Lily Studios
Expansive contemporary u-shaped glass railing staircase in San Francisco with travertine treads, travertine risers and feature lighting.
North Fitzroy Additions and Alterations
North Fitzroy Additions and Alterations
Rebecca Naughtin ArchitectRebecca Naughtin Architect
Tatjana Plitt
Photo of a medium sized contemporary wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in Melbourne with wood risers and under stair storage.
Lake House
Lake House
Red Pencil ArchitectureRed Pencil Architecture
Michael deLeon Photography
Photo of a contemporary wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Denver with open risers.
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Noe Hill LEED Platinum-designed Full Remodel and Addition
Noe Hill LEED Platinum-designed Full Remodel and Addition
EAG StudioEAG Studio
Photo of a contemporary wood u-shaped glass railing staircase in San Francisco with wood risers and feature lighting.
Lighting Styles for the Home
Lighting Styles for the Home
JSL, Inc. - Lighting DesignJSL, Inc. - Lighting Design
Large contemporary wood spiral wood railing staircase in Denver.
Mountain Modern Retreat
Mountain Modern Retreat
Robbins ArchitectureRobbins Architecture
Steve Hall Hedrich Blessing
Design ideas for a contemporary wood glass railing staircase in Denver with open risers and feature lighting.
Fitzroy North House
Fitzroy North House
MMAD ArchitectureMMAD Architecture
The kitchen becomes another furniture piece morphing to become the stair and divides the dining and lounge. The void above is open the the study landing maintaining a connection between the floor levels. Image by: Jack Lovel 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.
Boulder, Colorado Contemporary Home
Boulder, Colorado Contemporary Home
DSIS ConstructionDSIS Construction
A modern art glass mobile hangs down from the top floor and descends through the middle of the staircase for a dramatic look
Large contemporary wood spiral mixed railing staircase in Denver with wood risers.
Camden Residence
Camden Residence
Anders Lasater ArchitectsAnders Lasater Architects
Photograph by Chad Mellon Photography
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary u-shaped mixed railing staircase in Orange County.
Port Washington Residence
Port Washington Residence
Soglia ArchitectureSoglia Architecture
Photo of a medium sized contemporary wood straight wire cable railing staircase in New York with open risers.
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