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Contemporary Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Half Glass House
Half Glass House
Building Shelter IncBuilding Shelter Inc
In this home we employed many of our high performance home techniques to build a very comfortable, healthy and beautiful home. The architects were Moskow-Linn of Boston. Photography: Gil Jacobs
Custom Steel Handrail
Custom Steel Handrail
Gallery SteelGallery Steel
Custom Steel Handrail designed and built by Gallery Steel
Design ideas for a contemporary staircase in Detroit.
Madeira House
Madeira House
Assen Emilov PhotographyAssen Emilov Photography
Assen Emilov
Photo of a contemporary floating staircase in London.
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Malibu Residence
Malibu Residence
Jamie Bush & Co.Jamie Bush & Co.
Photo of a contemporary tiled curved staircase in Los Angeles with tiled risers.
Pinnacle Falls
Pinnacle Falls
Springtime BuildersSpringtime Builders
Ash is one of the strongest and most desirable woods for floors, stairs and countertops. It faces probable extinction as the ash borer infestation spreads.
Design-2 Derwent Grove SE22
Design-2 Derwent Grove SE22
Chris SnookChris Snook
Chris Snook
Inspiration for a contemporary staircase in London.
Design-2 Derwent Grove SE22
Design-2 Derwent Grove SE22
Chris SnookChris Snook
Chris Snook
Design ideas for a contemporary staircase in London.
Zero Net Energy meets Feng Shui
Zero Net Energy meets Feng Shui
Rebecca Schnier ArchitectureRebecca Schnier Architecture
Design ideas for a contemporary staircase in San Francisco.
Studio Saint Denis
Studio Saint Denis
Lali architectureLali architecture
Design ideas for a contemporary staircase in Paris.
Contemporary Beach House
Contemporary Beach House
JCA ARCHITECTSJCA ARCHITECTS
Custom, bent oak glu-lam treads with painted steel stringers. Stainless steel cable railing system with clear oak handrail.
Photo of a contemporary staircase in San Francisco.
Stair Runner Installation
Stair Runner Installation
Kashian Bros FlooringKashian Bros Flooring
Inspiration for a contemporary staircase in Chicago.
Stoneridge Residence
Stoneridge Residence
AssembledgeAssembledge
Michael Weschler Photography
Large contemporary wood straight staircase in Los Angeles with wood risers.
Inner West Terrace
Inner West Terrace
IOANNA LENNOX INTERIORSIOANNA LENNOX INTERIORS
Susan Papazian Photography
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Sydney with wood risers.
Sag Harbor
Sag Harbor
STUDIOHOWESTUDIOHOWE
This is an example of a large contemporary wood straight staircase in New York with open risers.
Morse Creek House
Morse Creek House
Kevin Spence Architect, AIAKevin Spence Architect, AIA
Open riser staircase Photo: Ben Benschneider
This is an example of a contemporary staircase in Seattle with open risers.
Palo Alto family home
Palo Alto family home
Raumfabrik architecture + interiorsRaumfabrik architecture + interiors
architect of record McCoppin Studios photo credit Eric Rorer
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped mixed railing staircase in San Francisco with wood risers.
Spectacular Showhomes
Spectacular Showhomes
Warline Painting Ltd.Warline Painting Ltd.
The dramatic wall defines the space of this room.
Medium sized contemporary carpeted l-shaped glass railing staircase in Vancouver with carpeted risers.
Buckingham
Buckingham
Morph Industries LtdMorph Industries Ltd
Morph Industries has been in operation since October 2007. In that time we have worked on many high end residences in Vancouver and Whistler area as our main focus for our architectural division. We have a strong background in heavy structural steel as well as being self taught at stainless ornamental work and finishing. We are very proud to be able to fabricate some of the most beautiful ornamental metal work in the industry. We are one of the only companies that is able to offer in-house ornamental stainless, aluminum and glass work as well as being fully certified for structural steel.
Simbithi 06
Simbithi 06
LevEco ArchitectsLevEco Architects
Photos by Etienne Koenig
Photo of a contemporary staircase.

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.
Residential railings
Residential railings
SN Custom Railing, IncSN Custom Railing, Inc
Designed and built by SN Custom Railing, Inc.
Design ideas for a contemporary staircase in Salt Lake City.
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