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Contemporary Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Cumberland Street
Cumberland Street
CraftworkCraftwork
Isaac Turner
This is an example of a contemporary wood straight wire cable railing staircase in Philadelphia.
守山の家
守山の家
UserUser
Contemporary staircase in Nagoya.
Saltbox
Saltbox
Gardner Architects LLCGardner Architects LLC
John Cole Photography
Photo of a contemporary wood u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in DC Metro with wood risers and a feature wall.
階段
階段
株式会社ケイエスケイ株式会社ケイエスケイ
大階段横はライブラリースペースにもなっています。子どもたちが好きな本を手にとり時間を忘れて夢中になることも。
Inspiration for a contemporary staircase in Other with under stair storage.
Нержавеющие лестничные перила со стеклом
Нержавеющие лестничные перила со стеклом
Лестницы и ограждения СтаирсПромЛестницы и ограждения СтаирсПром
Нашей компанией СтаирсПром, были установлены перила из стекла и нержавеющей стали, по адресу Московская обл., "Павловская Слобода" . Комплектация лестничных перил состоит из квадратных полированных столбов 40 мм, с закаленным стеклом зажатым в квадратные клипсы, а так же, круглый дубовый поручень, без тонировки под лаком.
Virginia Contemporary
Virginia Contemporary
M.S. Vicas InteriorsM.S. Vicas Interiors
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in DC Metro with wood risers.
Modern Interior
Modern Interior
ALTER URBAN DESIGN COLLABORATIVEALTER URBAN DESIGN COLLABORATIVE
Design ideas for a contemporary wood u-shaped glass railing staircase in Baltimore with open risers and a feature wall.
Duplex Parisien - Entrance
Duplex Parisien - Entrance
Sarah Lavoine - Studio d'architecture d'intérieurSarah Lavoine - Studio d'architecture d'intérieur
Sarah Lavoine : http://www.sarahlavoine.com
Flamed Oak Staircase
Flamed Oak Staircase
Camel GroupCamel Group
Bespoke flamed Oak #taircase, the oak treads were flame finished by hand in our workshop to achieve the desired effect, burnished mild steel uprights form the balustrade on this stunning staircase near Truro Cornwall
階段
階段
oro株式会社一級建築士事務所oro株式会社一級建築士事務所
Design ideas for a small contemporary wood straight metal railing staircase in Other with open risers and wood walls.
Nethermead Residence
Nethermead Residence
Alchemy Design StudioAlchemy Design Studio
Inspiration for a contemporary staircase in Other.
20 Lilyfield
20 Lilyfield
Christopher Jordan Architecture & DesignChristopher Jordan Architecture & Design
Inspiration for a contemporary wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Sydney with a feature wall.
Double Helix Spiral Staircase
Double Helix Spiral Staircase
CRH Interior Design, LLCCRH Interior Design, LLC
Custom home interior designed by Bella Vici, a design firm and retail shoppe in Oklahoma City. http://bellavici.com
Duplex in Gracia
Duplex in Gracia
ZEST architectureZEST architecture
Lluís Casals
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary wood straight staircase in Barcelona with wood risers.
Terre Verte - Natural Acacia aka Acacia Walnut
Terre Verte - Natural Acacia aka Acacia Walnut
simpleFLOORS SeattlesimpleFLOORS Seattle
Real customer photos by Seattle simpleFLOORS customer
Photo of a medium sized contemporary wood straight staircase in Seattle.
Horn New Home (Tear Down and Re-Build)
Horn New Home (Tear Down and Re-Build)
College City Design BuildCollege City Design Build
Contemporary wood staircase spindle in Minneapolis.
Modern twisted oak spindles
Modern twisted oak spindles
Abbott-Wade LtdAbbott-Wade Ltd
A new staircase with contemporary twisted oak spindles and carpeted feature step. Call 01744 634442 to arrange a free, no obligation design consultation. Nationwide UK Service
Southern Maine Contemporary
Southern Maine Contemporary
Forty4 North RestorationForty4 North Restoration
j.patrick root
Design ideas for a contemporary staircase in Portland Maine.
Greenpoint Townhouse
Greenpoint Townhouse
nC2 architecture llcnC2 architecture llc
Conversion of a 3-family, wood-frame townhouse to 2-family occupancy. An owner’s duplex was created in the lower portion of the building by combining two existing floorthrough apartments. The center of the project is a double-height stair hall featuring a bridge connecting the two upper-level bedrooms. Natural light is pulled deep into the center of the building down to the 1st floor through the use of an existing vestigial light shaft, which bypasses the 3rd floor rental unit.
San Francisco Residence
San Francisco Residence
The Wiseman Group Interior Design, IncThe Wiseman Group Interior Design, Inc
Matthew Millman
Photo of a contemporary curved staircase in San Francisco.

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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