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Contemporary Staircase with Open Risers Ideas and Designs

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Mountain Modern
Mountain Modern
Pearson Design GroupPearson Design Group
Photo of a medium sized contemporary wood floating staircase in Other with open risers.
Lane Lake Project
Lane Lake Project
AMW Design StudioAMW Design Studio
Beth Singer Photographer, Inc.
Large contemporary straight metal railing staircase in Detroit with marble treads and open risers.
Light Filled Modern Green Home
Light Filled Modern Green Home
Trillium ArchitectsTrillium Architects
Medium sized contemporary wood floating staircase in New York with open risers.
Fuller Residence
Fuller Residence
DesignARCDesignARC
Inspiration for a contemporary wood floating staircase in Los Angeles with open risers and feature lighting.
The Derelict
The Derelict
Prominent Homes LtdProminent Homes Ltd
Ted Knude Photography © 2012
Design ideas for a large contemporary carpeted u-shaped staircase spindle in Calgary with open risers.
Integrity on the Prairie
Integrity on the Prairie
Bergland + Cram ArchitectsBergland + Cram Architects
Large contemporary wood straight metal railing staircase in Other with open risers.
WEST 15TH, VANCOUVER
WEST 15TH, VANCOUVER
Abstract Homes and Renovations IncAbstract Homes and Renovations Inc
Floating solid oak treads with custom welded rod iron staircase.
Expansive contemporary wood straight metal railing staircase in Vancouver with open risers.
Modern Inspiration at Dewey Beach
Modern Inspiration at Dewey Beach
Interior Concepts, Inc.Interior Concepts, Inc.
Design ideas for a large contemporary wood l-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Baltimore with open risers.
Mono String Stairs
Mono String Stairs
Jea StairsJea Stairs
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary wood straight metal railing staircase in Dublin with open risers.
Contemporary Custom Home-Naperville
Contemporary Custom Home-Naperville
Redstart Construction, Inc.Redstart Construction, Inc.
Picture Perfect House
Design ideas for a large contemporary wood floating metal railing staircase in Chicago with open risers.
Courtyard House
Courtyard House
Lloyd ArchitectsLloyd Architects
photo: Mark Weinberg
Expansive contemporary wood l-shaped glass railing staircase in Salt Lake City with open risers.
Hand-Forged Artistry - Deck & Spiral Staircase
Hand-Forged Artistry - Deck & Spiral Staircase
McCutcheon Construction Inc.McCutcheon Construction Inc.
A custom designed and fabricated metal and wood spiral staircase that goes directly from the upper level to the garden; it uses space efficiently as well as providing a stunning architectural element. Costarella Architects, Robert Vente Photography
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.
"Wow" Factor - DomusEvolution home elevator in an iconic Victorian location
"Wow" Factor - DomusEvolution home elevator in an iconic Victorian location
Easy Living Home ElevatorsEasy Living Home Elevators
Inspiration for a contemporary wood curved staircase in Sydney with open risers.
UX Farmhouse
UX Farmhouse
Heartwood StudioHeartwood Studio
Staircase. Interior: www.kimballmodern.com Photo: www.danecronin.com
Photo of a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Denver with open risers.
Bringing Light to a Penthouse
Bringing Light to a Penthouse
Wiedemann Architects LLCWiedemann Architects LLC
To create a more open plan, our solution was to replace the current enclosed stair with an open, glass stair and to create a proper dining space where the third bedroom used to be. This allows the light from the large living room windows to cascade down the length of the apartment brightening the front entry. The Venetian plaster wall anchors the new stair case and LED lights illuminate each glass tread. Photography: Anice Hoachlander, Hopachlander Davis Photography
Open Rise Staircases
Open Rise Staircases
Southern StaircaseSouthern Staircase
Beautiful freestanding, curved stair in Myrtle Beach, SC with open rise treads. A true work of art.
This is an example of a large contemporary wood curved staircase in Charleston with open risers.
Warm Modern Floating Staircase
Warm Modern Floating Staircase
Wolf Design StudioWolf Design Studio
Nick Springett Photography
Photo of an expansive contemporary wood straight staircase in Los Angeles with open risers.
Mills Road
Mills Road
Kitchens By Design AustraliaKitchens By Design Australia
Milbrook Homes
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary wood straight staircase in Sydney with open risers.
Luxury Penthouse
Luxury Penthouse
UserUser
The staircase, especially, where flowing, organic lines of polished steel and palisander create a glorious fusion that I think is a new modern classic, and a hallmark of this project.

Contemporary Staircase with Open Risers 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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