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Contemporary Yellow Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Arlington Residence
Arlington Residence
KUBE architectureKUBE architecture
Complete interior renovation of a 1980s split level house in the Virginia suburbs. Main level includes reading room, dining, kitchen, living and master bedroom suite. New front elevation at entry, new rear deck and complete re-cladding of the house. Interior: The prototypical layout of the split level home tends to separate the entrance, and any other associated space, from the rest of the living spaces one half level up. In this home the lower level "living" room off the entry was physically isolated from the dining, kitchen and family rooms above, and was only connected visually by a railing at dining room level. The owner desired a stronger integration of the lower and upper levels, in addition to an open flow between the major spaces on the upper level where they spend most of their time. ExteriorThe exterior entry of the house was a fragmented composition of disparate elements. The rear of the home was blocked off from views due to small windows, and had a difficult to use multi leveled deck. The owners requested an updated treatment of the entry, a more uniform exterior cladding, and an integration between the interior and exterior spaces. SOLUTIONS The overriding strategy was to create a spatial sequence allowing a seamless flow from the front of the house through the living spaces and to the exterior, in addition to unifying the upper and lower spaces. This was accomplished by creating a "reading room" at the entry level that responds to the front garden with a series of interior contours that are both steps as well as seating zones, while the orthogonal layout of the main level and deck reflects the pragmatic daily activities of cooking, eating and relaxing. The stairs between levels were moved so that the visitor could enter the new reading room, experiencing it as a place, before moving up to the main level. The upper level dining room floor was "pushed" out into the reading room space, thus creating a balcony over and into the space below. At the entry, the second floor landing was opened up to create a double height space, with enlarged windows. The rear wall of the house was opened up with continuous glass windows and doors to maximize the views and light. A new simplified single level deck replaced the old one.
La grange évolue
La grange évolue
Atelier Sandra LoncaAtelier Sandra Lonca
Damien Delburg
Inspiration for a contemporary wood l-shaped metal railing staircase in Toulouse with open risers and a feature wall.
Hill Street Project
Hill Street Project
Design Line Construction, Inc.Design Line Construction, Inc.
Matthew Millman
This is an example of a contemporary straight staircase in San Francisco with open 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.
appartamento duplex .12
appartamento duplex .12
cajani | tessera architetti & associaticajani | tessera architetti & associati
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Milan with wood risers.
Cool House Tour 2008
Cool House Tour 2008
CG&S Design-BuildCG&S Design-Build
Both of these houses were on the Cool House Tour of 2008. They were newly constructed homes, designed to fit into their spot in the neighborhood and to optimize energy efficiency. They have a bit of a contemporary edge to them while maintaining a certain warmth and "homey-ness". Project Design by Mark Lind Project Management by Jay Gammell Phtography by Greg Hursley in 2008
Tobin High Bluff Waterfront Remodel, Camano Island WA
Tobin High Bluff Waterfront Remodel, Camano Island WA
Dan Nelson, Designs Northwest ArchitectsDan Nelson, Designs Northwest Architects
Photography by Ian Gleadle.
Photo of a contemporary wood staircase in Seattle with open risers.
Norman
Norman
Bloom ArchitectureBloom Architecture
Adjacent to a 40 acre conservation area, this house on a slope is designed to maximize the connection to the woods, while maintaining privacy from this popular public hiking area. Despite its location in a suburban neighborhood, the house is made to feel like a wooded retreat. With passive-solar strategies, the house orients northward to nature, while allowing the southerly sun to enter through large openings and clerestories. A geothermal system provides the hot water, heating and cooling.
West Side Contemporary
West Side Contemporary
Meschi Construction Inc.Meschi Construction Inc.
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary wood straight wood railing staircase in San Francisco with metal risers.
pop stair
pop stair
IDEAIDEA
laila nady
Contemporary staircase in Paris.
projet PA//
projet PA//
Design d'Space - Géraldine LangeDesign d'Space - Géraldine Lange
Félix 13
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary painted wood straight wire cable railing staircase in Strasbourg with painted wood risers and under stair storage.
Stairs
Stairs
Habitat StudioHabitat Studio
©2011 Blaise van Malsen blaisevm.photoshelter.com
Photo of a contemporary staircase in Edmonton.
Central West End Condo
Central West End Condo
Jamieson DesignJamieson Design
Alise O'Brien
Inspiration for a contemporary wood straight staircase in St Louis with wood risers.
Berlin SmartHaus
Berlin SmartHaus
Kate Jordan PhotoKate Jordan Photo
Kate Jordan Photo © Houzz 2017
Design ideas for a contemporary concrete straight metal railing staircase in Berlin with concrete risers.
Oak & Glass staircase with
Oak & Glass staircase with
Abbott-Wade LtdAbbott-Wade Ltd
Oak staircase with a diminishing glass balustrade fixed with brushed stainless steel clamps.
Photo of a small contemporary carpeted straight staircase in Cheshire with carpeted risers.
Viewrail 2023
Viewrail 2023
ViewrailViewrail
Photo of a contemporary staircase in Other.
greenwich village loft floating oak stair
greenwich village loft floating oak stair
kimberly peck architectkimberly peck architect
3" thick solid oak treads cantilever from the wall, creating a floating stair off to the side of the kitchen. a custom bookcase creates a guardrail on the second floor around the stair opening
A peine 20 - SURELEVATION OSSATURE BOIS
A peine 20 - SURELEVATION OSSATURE BOIS
Yosemite architecteYosemite architecte
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary staircase in Nantes.
Timber Stairs
Timber Stairs
Mast & Co. BuildersMast & Co. Builders
Timber stair with hog mesh and water pipe railing. photo by Michael Haywood
This is an example of a small contemporary wood l-shaped staircase in Other with wood risers.
Entry - Stairwell railing
Entry - Stairwell railing
Chrysalis: Home StudioChrysalis: Home Studio
Photo: Chris Manske, Architect
Design ideas for a contemporary staircase in Milwaukee.

Contemporary Yellow 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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