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Robyn Falck Interiors LtdRobyn Falck Interiors Ltd
Photo of a contemporary staircase in London with under stair storage.
Straight Glass Handrails
Straight Glass Handrails
American Frameless Glass EnclosuresAmerican Frameless Glass Enclosures
Inspiration for a contemporary staircase in New York.
Three-story floating wood and steel entry staircase
Three-story floating wood and steel entry staircase
Purple Cherry ArchitectsPurple Cherry Architects
Harness Creek: A three-story floating wood and steel entry staircase delivers a promise of the unexpected design elements throughout the home. Designed by Purple Cherry Architects. David Burroughs Photography
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Energiesparwunder Burgwedel
Energiesparwunder Burgwedel
.rott .schirmer .partner Architektur.rott .schirmer .partner Architektur
Photo of a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Hanover with open risers.
Beach Front Home
Beach Front Home
Aspire ConstructionsAspire Constructions
Andrew Krucko
Inspiration for a contemporary wood curved staircase in Sydney with open risers.
Souvlis House
Souvlis House
Monster Ideas ArchitectsMonster Ideas Architects
Family room on the lower level is completed with a dark stone clad wall which links the lower and upper story via the stair void. Custom hardwood timber battens contrast against the stone to provide warmth to the house.
Cable Railings For Interior Stairs
Cable Railings For Interior Stairs
San Diego Cable RailingsSan Diego Cable Railings
Custom milled Ipe timbers were used to construct this stairway cable railing. Stainless steel cable was used for the railing infill and provide an updated look to this older home. Photo by Sherritt
Contemporary New Build Home - South Yorkshire
Contemporary New Build Home - South Yorkshire
Brilliant LightingBrilliant Lighting
Discreet, warm LED lighting with no glare Photography by Simon Warren
Contemporary staircase in Other.
Wells Street, Redfern
Wells Street, Redfern
BKA Architecture Pty LtdBKA Architecture Pty Ltd
Design ideas for a contemporary wood straight metal railing staircase in Sydney with wood risers.
Glass Railing
Glass Railing
Metal InnovationsMetal Innovations
Stainless Steel Framless Glass Rail Malibu
Inspiration for a contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Los Angeles with wood risers.
Contemporary House
Contemporary House
Nicola O'Mara Interior Design LtdNicola O'Mara Interior Design Ltd
Design ideas for a contemporary painted wood staircase in Cornwall with painted wood risers and a feature wall.
Indoor Outdoor House
Indoor Outdoor House
Scheinholtz AssociatesScheinholtz Associates
David Duncan Livingston
Design ideas for a contemporary wood straight staircase in San Francisco with wood risers.
Fulham Apartment
Fulham Apartment
Alex Maguire PhotographyAlex Maguire Photography
Alex Maguire
Design ideas for a contemporary wood l-shaped staircase in London with wood risers.
Oak & Glass Staircase
Oak & Glass Staircase
Llama ArchitectsLlama Architects
Our Handmade Oak & Glass Staircase in the new Hallway on one of our Barn Renovations. We transformed the Hallway totally by taking out the original dominant dated staircase which was in the centre of the Hallway. Moving the Staircase over allowing more space. A beautiful drop chandelier from Sweden was put into the Hallway and all natural colour schemes implemented within the now Open Plan feel of the Barn interior.
Toronto Row Home Renovation
Toronto Row Home Renovation
Whitehall HomesWhitehall Homes
Photo of a medium sized contemporary carpeted straight staircase in Toronto with carpeted risers.
My Houzz: Modern Annex Renovation
My Houzz: Modern Annex Renovation
Andrew Snow PhotographyAndrew Snow Photography
Photo: Andrew Snow © 2014 Houzz
Contemporary staircase in Toronto.
Ninth Avenue Duplex
Ninth Avenue Duplex
WUNDERGROUND architecture + designWUNDERGROUND architecture + design
Inspiration for a contemporary wood staircase in New York with wood risers.
Waterfront Residence
Waterfront Residence
Tyler Engle Architects PSTyler Engle Architects PS
Ben Benschneider
This is an example of a contemporary wood staircase in Seattle with metal risers.
Dorsey Residence
Dorsey Residence
Coates Design Architecture + InteriorsCoates Design Architecture + Interiors
Roger Turk
Design ideas for a contemporary staircase in Seattle with feature lighting.

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.
Houston Riverview Way
Houston Riverview Way
Tom Hurt ArchitectureTom Hurt Architecture
The stairs are as much a part of modern architecture as anything. They are thoughtfully designed to create a memorable experience, a contemporary version of something as old as time.
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