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Contemporary Wood Railing Staircase Ideas and Designs

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H-Smith II
H-Smith II
SuprematiSupremati
Photo of a contemporary curved wood railing staircase in London with limestone treads and limestone risers.
Project Aery
Project Aery
CCASA ArchitectsCCASA Architects
Vertical timber posts that allow for light but also allow protection. Nice design feature to give personality to a stair balustrade.
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in London.
Dulwich Wood
Dulwich Wood
R2 Studio ArchitectsR2 Studio Architects
This is an example of a contemporary wood railing staircase in London.
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.
Loft Conversion and House Renovation
Loft Conversion and House Renovation
ALT CONSTRUCTIONALT CONSTRUCTION
Medium sized contemporary wood wood railing staircase spindle in London with wood risers.
Chic Fishers Renovation: Staircase
Chic Fishers Renovation: Staircase
Everything HomeEverything Home
This home renovation project transformed unused, unfinished spaces into vibrant living areas. Each exudes elegance and sophistication, offering personalized design for unforgettable family moments. Project completed by Wendy Langston's Everything Home interior design firm, which serves Carmel, Zionsville, Fishers, Westfield, Noblesville, and Indianapolis. For more about Everything Home, see here: https://everythinghomedesigns.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://everythinghomedesigns.com/portfolio/fishers-chic-family-home-renovation/
Forêt
Forêt
SINGER BIEDER ArchitectureSINGER BIEDER Architecture
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary wood wood railing staircase in Paris with painted wood risers.
Lurline Bay House I Part 2
Lurline Bay House I Part 2
D'Cruz Design GroupD'Cruz Design Group
Large contemporary wood straight wood railing staircase in Sydney with open risers.
Contemporary Shingle Style
Contemporary Shingle Style
Scott Simpson Design + BuildScott Simpson Design + Build
U-shaped wood staircase with wainscoting, landing area seating, bright natural light transoms.
This is an example of a contemporary wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Chicago 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.
Simpson Street
Simpson Street
S&A StairsS&A Stairs
An iconic composition. Simpson Street enhances the versatility and beauty of Victorian Ash; curvaceous, warm, spell-binding.
Inspiration for a large contemporary wood spiral wood railing staircase in Melbourne with wood risers.
Ascot Vale House
Ascot Vale House
Windiate ArchitectsWindiate Architects
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary wood straight wood railing staircase in Melbourne with wood risers.
Pasteur
Pasteur
Pamela MartinPamela Martin
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary painted wood curved wood railing staircase in Paris with painted wood risers.
Timber Staircase - HAB Housing
Timber Staircase - HAB Housing
Multi-TurnMulti-Turn
We worked with HAB Housing to create this stunning design for their new development of homes in Kings Worthy, Winchester.
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary wood straight wood railing staircase in Hampshire with wood risers.
Virginia Contemporary
Virginia Contemporary
M.S. Vicas InteriorsM.S. Vicas Interiors
Medium sized contemporary wood straight wood railing staircase in DC Metro with wood risers.
Gloucester Road
Gloucester Road
Salu-tions Project ManagementSalu-tions Project Management
Design ideas for a contemporary wood floating wood railing staircase in Cornwall with open risers.
Pikes Hill
Pikes Hill
Kaplan Thompson ArchitectsKaplan Thompson Architects
We created an almost crystalline form that reflected the push and pull of the most important factors on the site: views directly to the NNW, an approach from the ESE, and of course, sun from direct south. To keep the size modest, we peeled away the excess spaces and scaled down any rooms that desired intimacy (the bedrooms) or did not require height (the pool room). Photographer credit: Irvin Serrano
North Fitzroy Additions and Alterations
North Fitzroy Additions and Alterations
Rebecca Naughtin ArchitectRebecca Naughtin Architect
Tatjana Plitt
Photo of a medium sized contemporary wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in Melbourne with wood risers and under stair storage.
Lighting Styles for the Home
Lighting Styles for the Home
JSL, Inc. - Lighting DesignJSL, Inc. - Lighting Design
Large contemporary wood spiral wood railing staircase in Denver.
Ashburn Treehouse
Ashburn Treehouse
UserUser
Gray tiled floors create a light relief against the dark walls. Painting the architraves, skirting boards & internal doors the same colour as the walls keeps the lines 'clean' and not 'fussy'. The timber is accentuated against the darker colours and the open risers allows much needed natural light to flood into the space. Phtographer - Jessie May

Contemporary Wood 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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