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Custom Sapele Staircase
Custom Sapele Staircase
Hamilton Building Supply / HBS Home™Hamilton Building Supply / HBS Home™
The dramatic open staircase provides a visual focal point in this contemporary dwelling.
Photo of a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in New York with wood risers.
Gorlin Residence
Gorlin Residence
Saroki ArchitectureSaroki Architecture
The clean lines and crispness of the interior staircase is highlighted by its modern glass railing and beautiful wood steps. This element fits perfectly into the project as both circulation and focal point within the residence. Photography by Beth Singer
Village Loft Ship Ladder Stair Detail
Village Loft Ship Ladder Stair Detail
General AssemblyGeneral Assembly
Ship Ladder stair detail © Devon Banks
Design ideas for a small contemporary wood staircase in New York with wood risers.
Modern Transformation | Hinsdale, IL
Modern Transformation | Hinsdale, IL
Charles Vincent George Architects, Inc.Charles Vincent George Architects, Inc.
Residential Addition by Charles Vincent George Architects Interior Design by Aimee Wertepny Photographs by Tony Soluri
Photo of a contemporary wood curved staircase in Chicago with wood risers.
"Pratt Island" - Darien, CT
"Pratt Island" - Darien, CT
Pagliaro Bartels Sajda ArchitectsPagliaro Bartels Sajda Architects
Medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped glass railing staircase in New York with wood risers.
Williamstown
Williamstown
John Lively & AssociatesJohn Lively & Associates
Inspiration for a contemporary wood l-shaped glass railing staircase in Dallas with wood risers and feature lighting.
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.
Hillsdale sideboard
Hillsdale sideboard
Lawrence and Gomez ArchitectsLawrence and Gomez Architects
Staircase custom detail echos the shapes of the sideboard at one end of the dining room
Contemporary wood staircase in Denver with wood risers.
Float House IV
Float House IV
Integrate Architecture & PlanningIntegrate Architecture & Planning
Jeff Amram Photography
This is an example of a contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Portland with wood risers and under stair storage.
Hickory Floors for South End Boston Apartment
Hickory Floors for South End Boston Apartment
Hull Forest Products - Wide Plank FloorsHull Forest Products - Wide Plank Floors
Wide plank Hickory flooring and matching custom stair treads - sawn in the USA and available mill-direct from Hull Forest Products - www.hullforest.com. 1-800-928-9602. Photo by Matt Delphenich Architectural Photography
Staircase Remodel
Staircase Remodel
Madison BuildersMadison Builders
Turnkey, two story single family home. The kitchen features quartz countertops with tile backsplash, brand new appliances, new flooring and new cabinets. The cozy living room has wood flooring, receseed lighting and a modern fireplace. One large bedroom with an upgraded full bathroom is located on the main level. The second level has three bedrooms and two bathrooms, including a master suite with a remodeled, modern private bathroom.
Коридор
Коридор
Екатерина и Андрей Санниковы | ScandinaviЕкатерина и Андрей Санниковы | Scandinavi
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary concrete straight glass railing staircase in Other with wood risers and wainscoting.
Коридор
Коридор
Екатерина и Андрей Санниковы | ScandinaviЕкатерина и Андрей Санниковы | Scandinavi
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary concrete straight glass railing staircase in Other with wood risers and wainscoting.
Repräsentative Treppe
Repräsentative Treppe
Bürogemeinschaft | bfl Architekten und BeraterBürogemeinschaft | bfl Architekten und Berater
Stufenlandschaft mit Sitzgelegenheit
Design ideas for a contemporary wood curved wood railing staircase in Berlin with wood risers and wood walls.
Modern Two-Story
Modern Two-Story
BUILDBUILD
Photo of a medium sized contemporary wood floating metal railing staircase in Miami with wood risers.
St Albans Whole House Renovation
St Albans Whole House Renovation
MODEL Projects LtdMODEL Projects Ltd
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary curved wood railing staircase in London with wood risers.
Modern Wooden Staircase with Metal Handrail
Modern Wooden Staircase with Metal Handrail
ULFBUILTULFBUILT
This is a photo of the modern wooden staircase with a metal handrail, the stone accent wall completes the look. The floor-to-ceiling-windows provide a great view of the outdoors. Built by ULFBUILT.
Transitional Design - South Dakota
Transitional Design - South Dakota
David Charlez DesignsDavid Charlez Designs
Landmark Photography
Inspiration for a contemporary wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Other with wood risers.
Farnswood Residence
Farnswood Residence
Root ArchitectureRoot Architecture
Design ideas for a large contemporary wood l-shaped metal railing staircase in Austin with wood risers.
Copeland Road
Copeland Road
Thomas AlexanderThomas Alexander
The stair and the joinery are separated by a strong vertically tiled column. Our bespoke staircase was designed meticulously with the joiner and steelwork fabricator. The wrapping Beech Treads and risers and expressed with a shadow gap above the simple plaster finish. The steel balustrade continues to the first floor and is under constant tension from the steel yachting wire. Darry Snow Photography

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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