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Holly ADU - Stair
Holly ADU - Stair
Davey McEathron ArchitectureDavey McEathron Architecture
Leonid Furmansky
Small contemporary wood l-shaped metal railing staircase in Austin with painted wood risers, under stair storage and feature lighting.
007 House
007 House
Dick Clark + AssociatesDick Clark + Associates
Dror Baldinger
This is an example of a contemporary wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Austin with wood risers.
Copeland Road
Copeland Road
Thomas AlexanderThomas Alexander
The stair and the joinery are separated by a strong vertically tiled column. Our bespoke staircase was designed meticulously with the joiner and steelwork fabricator. The wrapping Beech Treads and risers and expressed with a shadow gap above the simple plaster finish. The steel balustrade continues to the first floor and is under constant tension from the steel yachting wire. Darry Snow Photography
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Campbell Road
Campbell Road
Finch LockerbieFinch Lockerbie
Photo of a small contemporary carpeted l-shaped glass railing staircase in London with carpeted risers.
Hampstead Home, Bold & Bright
Hampstead Home, Bold & Bright
Clifton SMRClifton SMR
Graham Gaunt
This is an example of a contemporary staircase in London.
Vivienda Puértolas Sierra, Málaga.
Vivienda Puértolas Sierra, Málaga.
LORETO SPA arquitectura y reformasLORETO SPA arquitectura y reformas
Photo of a contemporary staircase in Other.
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.
New Home Build
New Home Build
Cerami Builders IncCerami Builders Inc
Photography by Paul Dyer
Photo of a medium sized contemporary wood straight metal railing staircase in San Francisco with wood risers.
Timbertrail Rd
Timbertrail Rd
328 Design Group328 Design Group
Inspiration for a large contemporary wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Denver with open risers.
Mississauga Custom Home
Mississauga Custom Home
HARRISON FAE DESIGNHARRISON FAE DESIGN
Photo of an expansive contemporary wood u-shaped mixed railing staircase in Toronto with wood risers.
Roof top Contemporary
Roof top Contemporary
Mel Design BuildMel Design Build
This is an example of a contemporary staircase in Charlotte.
Sterndale Road
Sterndale Road
OmniformOmniform
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary wood straight staircase in London with wood risers and under stair storage.
HAUS WTC / frei geist / Einfamilienhaus in Ulm Eggingen
HAUS WTC / frei geist / Einfamilienhaus in Ulm Eggingen
arc-studio carnevale architekten und ingenieurearc-studio carnevale architekten und ingenieure
Inspiration for an expansive contemporary concrete straight staircase in Other with concrete risers.
Cornell | 2017
Cornell | 2017
Coats HomesCoats Homes
Description: Interior Design by Sees Design ( http://www.seesdesign.com/). Architecture by Stocker Hoesterey Montenegro Architects ( http://www.shmarchitects.com/david-stocker-1/). Built by Coats Homes (www.coatshomes.com). Photography by Costa Christ Media ( https://www.costachrist.com/).
Via Koron
Via Koron
SAILHOUSESAILHOUSE
Photo of a medium sized contemporary carpeted u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Orange County with carpeted risers.
The Kicken House - Arrowsic, Maine
The Kicken House - Arrowsic, Maine
Elyssa Cohen PhotographyElyssa Cohen Photography
Elyssa Cohen
This is an example of a contemporary spiral staircase in Boston.
CREATION D'UN DUPLEX Liaison de deux appartements rénovation complète 110m²
CREATION D'UN DUPLEX Liaison de deux appartements rénovation complète 110m²
LPA architectesLPA architectes
Dondain
Photo of a contemporary wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Paris with wood risers.
Stahltreppe mit Glasgeländer und Edelstahl Handlauf, Loft
Stahltreppe mit Glasgeländer und Edelstahl Handlauf, Loft
kühnlein architekten GmbHkühnlein architekten GmbH
Wohnhaus mit großzügiger Glasfassade, offenem Wohnbereich mit Kamin und Bibliothek. Stahltreppe. Fließender Übergang zwischen Innen und Außenbereich und überdachte Terrasse.
Il Nostro Sogno
Il Nostro Sogno
Dwelling DesignsDwelling Designs
Design ideas for a contemporary wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Minneapolis with wood risers.

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.
Crescent Drive Residence
Crescent Drive Residence
Ehrlich Yanai Rhee Chaney ArchitectsEhrlich Yanai Rhee Chaney Architects
A sculptural walnut staircase anchors the living area on the opposite end, while a board-formed concrete wall with integrated American-walnut casework and paneling ties the composition together. (Photography by Matthew Millman)
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