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Contemporary Metal Railing Staircase Ideas and Designs

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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.
Great Ocean Road Residence
Great Ocean Road Residence
Dylan Barber Building DesignDylan Barber Building Design
Builder: Eco Sure Building - Photographer: Nikole Ramsay - Stylist: Emma O'Meara
Photo of a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Other.
Greenbank Development
Greenbank Development
Westeck Windows and DoorsWesteck Windows and Doors
Modern Living in Mercer Island Washington. http://www.greenbankdevelopment.com/
Deck Steps and Landings
Deck Steps and Landings
Elite Decks & Home RemodelingElite Decks & Home Remodeling
Design ideas for a small contemporary straight metal railing staircase in Baltimore.
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.
CASA 22 AVELLANERS
CASA 22 AVELLANERS
GUILLEM CARRERA arquitecteGUILLEM CARRERA arquitecte
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Other with concrete risers.
Tresco
Tresco
Visbeen ArchitectsVisbeen Architects
Photo of a large contemporary wood l-shaped metal railing staircase in Grand Rapids with open risers.
Kansa Ave Residence
Kansa Ave Residence
AAHA StudioAAHA Studio
Staircase as the heart of the home
Medium sized contemporary wood straight metal railing staircase in Los Angeles with wood risers and panelled walls.
Casa FB26 | 170 MQ
Casa FB26 | 170 MQ
Alvise Terzi ArchitettoAlvise Terzi Architetto
Inspiration for a contemporary wood straight metal railing staircase in Milan.
Townhouse Renovation in Downtown Beaufort
Townhouse Renovation in Downtown Beaufort
DCS CorporationDCS Corporation
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary tiled straight metal railing staircase in Atlanta with painted wood risers.
The Delhi Staircase
The Delhi Staircase
JayMarc HomesJayMarc Homes
The staircase showcases hardwood tread and risers to the second floor, also all hardwood hallways.
Medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Seattle with wood risers.
Apartment in Lucknow
Apartment in Lucknow
42 MM ARCHITECTURE42 MM ARCHITECTURE
Contemporary wood l-shaped metal railing staircase in Delhi with glass risers.
Contemporary Staircase
Contemporary Staircase
This is an example of a contemporary wood straight metal railing staircase in Austin with wood risers and under stair storage.
Custom wool stair runner over marble steps.
Custom wool stair runner over marble steps.
Joe Gray's FlooringJoe Gray's Flooring
Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped metal railing staircase in Miami with marble treads and marble risers.
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.
Iron and glass stair railings
Iron and glass stair railings
San Marcos Iron DoorsSan Marcos Iron Doors
Clean and simple modern wrought iron staircase with glass railings.
Contemporary straight metal railing staircase in Austin with feature lighting.
Huntington Harbor
Huntington Harbor
McRae Lambert DunnMcRae Lambert Dunn
Darlene Halaby
Medium sized contemporary wood l-shaped metal railing staircase in Orange County with painted wood risers.
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.
The Peninsula at Rough Hollow
The Peninsula at Rough Hollow
Kelle Contine Interior Design, LLCKelle Contine Interior Design, LLC
Inspiration for a contemporary wood straight metal railing staircase in Austin with wood risers.
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)

Contemporary Metal Railing 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.
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