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Whimsical Wallpaper Contemporary Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Rittenhouse Modern
Rittenhouse Modern
Michele Plachter DesignMichele Plachter Design
Andrea Cipriani Mecchi
Design ideas for a contemporary floating wire cable railing staircase in Philadelphia.
Urban Oasis
Urban Oasis
Modern NestModern Nest
Zeke Ruelas
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary wood straight metal railing staircase in Los Angeles with open risers and a feature wall.
7th Avenue Parkway Contemporary Remodel
7th Avenue Parkway Contemporary Remodel
GRUBER HOME REMODELINGGRUBER HOME REMODELING
A modern wall paper lining the hard wood stair case in this historic Denver home.
Design ideas for a contemporary staircase in Denver with a feature wall.
Entry - Staircase
Entry - Staircase
Leslie Goodwin PhotographyLeslie Goodwin Photography
Interior Design by: Sage Design Studio Inc. http://www.sagedesignstudio.ca Contact: Geraldine Van Bellinghen 416-414-2561 geraldine@sagedesignstudio.ca
Contemporary Staircase
Contemporary Staircase
Inspiration for a contemporary wood straight staircase in Los Angeles with painted wood risers.
Country Crib
Country Crib
Actual Size ProjectsActual Size Projects
Design ideas for a contemporary wood wire cable railing staircase in New York with wood risers and a feature wall.
Décoration d'un escalier - Papiers peints personnalisés Vue sur Paris
Décoration d'un escalier - Papiers peints personnalisés Vue sur Paris
ACTE-DECOACTE-DECO
Pour la personnalisation de vos murs, nous avons sélectionné un produit innovant. Il s'agit d'une toile sans pvc parfaitement adaptée pour le revêtement mural. Ses avantages : - C'est une toile en textile léger (300g /m²), elle se pose avec de la colle spécial intissé. Elle est est classée au feu (M1)
Art Deco Code
Art Deco Code
ALM Archi DesignALM Archi Design
Adrien L. MARCHAND
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary wood curved staircase in Le Havre with wood risers.
c a t l i n s t o t h e r s
c a t l i n s t o t h e r s
catlin stothers designcatlin stothers design
This project involved a complete overhaul of a very traditional three storey home in midtown Toronto. The owners asked for a radical transformation that would leave them, and visitors, in awe from the moment they stepped inside. Their mandate: modern, white, a bit of whimsy, and lots of storage.
Welzheim
Welzheim
raum fotografie | achim venzkeraum fotografie | achim venzke
Innenarchitektur + Fotografie Achim Venzke
Design ideas for a small contemporary carpeted straight staircase in Cologne with carpeted risers.
Appartement Lyon 6ème
Appartement Lyon 6ème
Home IDHome ID
Medium sized contemporary wood curved staircase in Lyon with open risers.
Двухуровневый пентхаус
Двухуровневый пентхаус
Мария ГубинаМария Губина
Ольга Мелекесцева
Photo of a contemporary u-shaped metal railing staircase in Moscow.
Stadtoase
Stadtoase
Nina Struve PhotographyNina Struve Photography
Small contemporary carpeted curved staircase in Hamburg with wood risers.
Grosvenor Riverside
Grosvenor Riverside
Chris SnookChris Snook
Photos Chris Snook
This is an example of a contemporary staircase in London with open risers and feature lighting.
Staircase
Staircase
Moda InteriorsModa Interiors
Staircase with glass and metal balustrade. D Max Photography
Design ideas for a large contemporary wood spiral mixed railing staircase in Perth with wood risers.
Ein "tierischer" Treppenaufgang
Ein "tierischer" Treppenaufgang
freudenspiel - interior designfreudenspiel - interior design
Interior Design: freudenspiel by Elisabeth Zola. Fotos: Zolaproduction
Photo of a medium sized contemporary painted wood straight metal railing staircase in Munich with open risers and feature lighting.
Pathé Film Studios Conversion
Pathé Film Studios Conversion
Alexander James InteriorsAlexander James Interiors
Part of Kirkby Design's Eley Kishimoto collection, this bespoke chair acts as a statement feature in its op-camouflage effect Zig Zag Birds fabric, enhancing the contemporary, abstract feel in our Soho apartment hallway.
Paper Hanging Collection
Paper Hanging Collection
Ian Wright DecoratorsIan Wright Decorators
Design ideas for a contemporary staircase in Other.
valdemarin
valdemarin
UserUser
jaime pulido
Contemporary staircase in Madrid.

Whimsical Wallpaper 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.
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