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Contemporary Staircase with Wood Risers Ideas and Designs

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The Dulwich House - Staircase
The Dulwich House - Staircase
Fraher & Findlay Architects LtdFraher & Findlay Architects Ltd
The oak staircase was cut and made by our joinery team in our workshop - the handrail is a solid piece of oak winding its way down to the basement. The oak staircase wraps its way around the living spaces in the form of oak panelling to create a ribbon of material to links the spaces together.
Ravina
Ravina
Wanda Ely Architect Inc.Wanda Ely Architect Inc.
The geometry of the stair handrail is a nod to art deco forms; made in black powder coated steel, and capped with a walnut handrail. The stair is flooded with light from a skylight above, illuminating a subtly textured wall covering, that evokes a soft, plaster finish.
Puritan
Puritan
AMW Design StudioAMW Design Studio
Photo of a large contemporary wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Detroit with wood risers.
Mosman
Mosman
JPWK DESIGNJPWK DESIGN
Contemporary wood curved staircase in Sydney with wood risers.
West Coast Modern on the East Coast
West Coast Modern on the East Coast
Amy Peltier Interior Design & HomeAmy Peltier Interior Design & Home
This modern farmhouse showcases our studio’s signature style of uniting California-cool style with Midwestern traditional. Double islands in the kitchen offer loads of counter space and can function as dining and workstations. The black-and-white palette lends a modern vibe to the setup. A sleek bar adjacent to the kitchen flaunts open shelves and wooden cabinetry that allows for stylish entertaining. While warmer hues are used in the living areas and kitchen, the bathrooms are a picture of tranquility with colorful cabinetry and a calming ambiance created with elegant fixtures and decor. --- Project designed by Pasadena interior design studio Amy Peltier Interior Design & Home. They serve Pasadena, Bradbury, South Pasadena, San Marino, La Canada Flintridge, Altadena, Monrovia, Sierra Madre, Los Angeles, as well as surrounding areas. --- For more about Amy Peltier Interior Design & Home, click here: https://peltierinteriors.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://peltierinteriors.com/portfolio/modern-elegant-farmhouse-interior-design-vienna/
City House
City House
Herron Horton Architects, Inc.Herron Horton Architects, Inc.
Photo of a contemporary wood straight wood railing staircase in Little Rock with wood risers.
Toronto Urban Living
Toronto Urban Living
Qarnis DevelopmentQarnis Development
This is an example of a contemporary wood straight metal railing staircase in Toronto with wood risers.
Downtown Kirkland Modern Townhome Lot 2
Downtown Kirkland Modern Townhome Lot 2
Highlands Builders GroupHighlands Builders Group
Design ideas for a contemporary wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Seattle with wood risers.
Rénovation d'une maison de vacances
Rénovation d'une maison de vacances
Nathalie ManicoT - Architecte d'intérieurNathalie ManicoT - Architecte d'intérieur
Rénovation d'une maison des années 70
This is an example of a large contemporary wood spiral staircase in Other with wood risers.
Casa en C.O.
Casa en C.O.
Eva Jurado Estudio de InterioresEva Jurado Estudio de Interiores
Caballero Fotografía de Arquitectura
This is an example of a contemporary wood u-shaped glass railing staircase in Madrid with wood risers.
Rittenhouse Residence - Stairway
Rittenhouse Residence - Stairway
Terra StudioTerra Studio
Jeffrey Totaro
Inspiration for a contemporary wood l-shaped metal railing staircase in Philadelphia with wood risers.
Calais Street Staircase
Calais Street Staircase
David Money ArchitectsDavid Money Architects
Taran Wilkhu
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary wood straight wood railing staircase in London with wood risers.
Mississauga Custom Home
Mississauga Custom Home
HARRISON FAE DESIGNHARRISON FAE DESIGN
This is an example of an expansive contemporary wood u-shaped mixed railing staircase in Toronto with wood risers.
Residential Work
Residential Work
Britta Design IncBritta Design Inc
ericrothphoto.com
This is an example of a contemporary wood u-shaped mixed railing staircase in Boston with wood risers.
K2 Ranch
K2 Ranch
Studio 133Studio 133
David O. Marlow
Design ideas for an expansive contemporary wood floating glass railing staircase in Denver with wood risers.
Noe Hill LEED Platinum-designed Full Remodel and Addition
Noe Hill LEED Platinum-designed Full Remodel and Addition
EAG StudioEAG Studio
Photo of a contemporary wood u-shaped glass railing staircase in San Francisco with wood risers and feature lighting.
Going up in Manhattan Beach
Going up in Manhattan Beach
SILVA CONSTRUCTION INCSILVA CONSTRUCTION INC
Inspiration for a large contemporary wood straight metal railing staircase in Los Angeles with wood risers.
Kitchen, hardwood & Stair Build Project
Kitchen, hardwood & Stair Build Project
IntegriMark Inc.IntegriMark Inc.
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Toronto with wood risers.
Darlington house
Darlington house
anderson architectureanderson architecture
Nick Bowers Photography
Small contemporary wood floating wood railing staircase in Sydney with wood risers.
Raumspartreppe Geisenheim
Raumspartreppe Geisenheim
Treppen und Bauelemente Schmidt GmbHTreppen und Bauelemente Schmidt GmbH
Raumspartreppe als Bolzentreppe in Buche weiß lackiert. Geländer Edelstahlstäbe stehend, Holzhandlauf. Brüstungsgeländer Glas VSG 10 mm klar, mit weißen Punkthaltern auf die Stahlrohre verschraubt

Contemporary Staircase with Wood 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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