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Affordable Contemporary Staircase Ideas and Designs

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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.
Baker's House
Baker's House
UserUser
Contemporary staircase with integrated display shelves lit by LED strips.
Medium sized contemporary staircase in Berkshire with under stair storage.
Barberry Alto Steps
Barberry Alto Steps
Liza Phillips DesignLiza Phillips Design
This design was inspired by the dark branches of Barberry bushes in winter seen against the white snow. They are hand knotted in Nepal at 100 knots in pure un-dyed black sheep, (which is truly a dark expresso brown) and light Himalayan natural sheep tone (very light grey beige). The design includes six different pieces which can be arranged to form a complete picture or randomly placed for an all-over effect. These can be custom ordered in "true" black and white, rather than in our natural un-dyed tones. Adhesive mesh is supplied with each order. 12 steps for 1,125. single stesp for $98
Glass Spiral Staircase in Washington USA
Glass Spiral Staircase in Washington USA
Demax Staircase&RailingDemax Staircase&Railing
This gorgeous glass spiral staircase is finished in Washington in 2017. It was a remodel project. Stair diameter 67" Stair height : 114"
Photo of a medium sized contemporary glass spiral glass railing staircase in DC Metro with open risers and wood walls.
Rosalie Plinth House
Rosalie Plinth House
Arcke Pty LtdArcke Pty Ltd
Scott Burrows
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary wood wood railing staircase in Brisbane with wood risers and under stair storage.
2nd Story Addition & Front Entry Addition / Ann Arbor Hills
2nd Story Addition & Front Entry Addition / Ann Arbor Hills
Rochman Design-Build Inc.Rochman Design-Build Inc.
Emily Rose Imagery
Medium sized contemporary wood floating staircase in Detroit with open risers.
Stainless steel rails
Stainless steel rails
Duke of IronDuke of Iron
Photo of a medium sized contemporary carpeted straight staircase in New York with carpeted risers.
Contemporain Escalier
Contemporain Escalier
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary concrete curved staircase in Paris with under stair storage.
Souvlis House
Souvlis House
Monster Ideas ArchitectsMonster Ideas Architects
Family room on the lower level is completed with a dark stone clad wall which links the lower and upper story via the stair void. Custom hardwood timber battens contrast against the stone to provide warmth to the house.
Form Marries Function
Form Marries Function
Ashley Campbell Interior DesignAshley Campbell Interior Design
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary wood straight metal railing staircase in Denver with wood risers.
CASA AF | AF HOUSE | 80 MQ
CASA AF | AF HOUSE | 80 MQ
domECOdomECO
CASA AF | AF HOUSE Open space ingresso, scale che portano alla terrazza con nicchia per statua Open space: entrance, wooden stairs leading to the terrace with statue niche
Faltwerktreppe mit verdeckter Beleuchtung
Faltwerktreppe mit verdeckter Beleuchtung
hokonhokon
Small contemporary wood curved wood railing staircase in Dortmund with wood risers.
Stylish 2-Story
Stylish 2-Story
Taylor DesignTaylor Design
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary carpeted u-shaped metal railing staircase in Seattle with carpeted risers.
Martis Camp Retreat
Martis Camp Retreat
TINEKE TRIGGSTINEKE TRIGGS
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary wood l-shaped mixed railing staircase in San Francisco with metal risers.
Stairs and Landings
Stairs and Landings
Mountain View Sun Decks Ltd.Mountain View Sun Decks Ltd.
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary wood straight staircase in Calgary with open risers.
Poinsettia Place, Hancock Park CA
Poinsettia Place, Hancock Park CA
Builtworks Inc.Builtworks Inc.
Victor Boghossian Photography www.victorboghossian.com 818-634-3133
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary carpeted curved staircase in Los Angeles with carpeted risers.
Rustic glam renovation
Rustic glam renovation
Design Shop Inc.Design Shop Inc.
Black and Gold Photography, Winnipeg, Manitoba
Photo of a medium sized contemporary carpeted curved staircase in Other with carpeted risers.
Pond Square (Staircase)
Pond Square (Staircase)
WildercreativeWildercreative
Timber stair carcass clad in solid oak treads with glass balustrade and hidden wine storage. Detail designed and built by Wildercreative. Photography by Mark Cocksedge
Stair update to match new flooring
Stair update to match new flooring
Heath StairworksHeath Stairworks
The customer was offered a choice between new material or refinishing their existing railings. They chose to install new material in order to get the best color match and eliminate the white, painted elements.
PISO SANTPERE47
PISO SANTPERE47
MIEL ARQUITECTOSMIEL ARQUITECTOS
NURIA VILA http://www.nuriavila.com/
Photo of a small contemporary carpeted straight staircase in Barcelona with carpeted risers and under stair storage.

Affordable Contemporary 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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