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Large Contemporary Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Camlet Way
Camlet Way
ND StudiosND Studios
Design ideas for a large contemporary carpeted l-shaped glass railing staircase in London with carpeted risers.
Wildwood - Stair
Wildwood - Stair
Giulietti Schouten Weber ArchitectsGiulietti Schouten Weber Architects
Design ideas for a large contemporary wood floating glass railing staircase in Portland with open risers.
Eclectic Lake Home
Eclectic Lake Home
Art of Design, Jennifer CopelandArt of Design, Jennifer Copeland
Kristian Walker
Inspiration for a large contemporary wood floating staircase in Grand Rapids with open risers.
Modern Home | Kimberly Demmy Design
Modern Home | Kimberly Demmy Design
Kimberly Demmy DesignKimberly Demmy Design
This rustic modern home was purchased by an art collector that needed plenty of white wall space to hang his collection. The furnishings were kept neutral to allow the art to pop and warm wood tones were selected to keep the house from becoming cold and sterile. Published in Modern In Denver | The Art of Living. Daniel O'Connor Photography
Jasper Road
Jasper Road
S&A StairsS&A Stairs
Combining beautiful elements such as Victorian Ash treads with a glass balustrade and contemporary black steel handrail, Jasper Road is both an elegant exponent of craft as well as a bold feature.
Primary Bedroom & Office, South Orange, NJ
Primary Bedroom & Office, South Orange, NJ
CBH ArchitectsCBH Architects
The steel staircase joins the home office and boxing gym to the master bedroom and bath above, with stunning views of the back yard pool and deck. AJD Builders; In House Photography.
Lakewood Residence
Lakewood Residence
SC Design LLCSC Design LLC
This is an example of a large contemporary wood curved wood railing staircase in Chicago.
Custom White Oak Hardwood Floors
Custom White Oak Hardwood Floors
Gaetano Hardwood Floors, Inc.Gaetano Hardwood Floors, Inc.
David Tosti Photography
Photo of a large contemporary wood l-shaped glass railing staircase in Orange County with glass risers.
Shalom - Residential Bungalow
Shalom - Residential Bungalow
Mansi DesaiMansi Desai
Dheeraj Thakur
Design ideas for a large contemporary wood curved staircase in Mumbai with open risers and feature lighting.
Lucky John Residence
Lucky John Residence
Imbue DesignImbue Design
Large contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Salt Lake City with open risers.
Mountain Contemporary Custom Home - Stairway
Mountain Contemporary Custom Home - Stairway
Allard + Roberts Interior Design, IncAllard + Roberts Interior Design, Inc
Builder: Thompson Properties, Interior Designer: Allard & Roberts Interior Design, Cabinetry: Advance Cabinetry, Countertops: Mountain Marble & Granite, Lighting Fixtures: Lux Lighting and Allard & Roberts, Doors: Sun Mountain Door, Plumbing & Appliances: Ferguson, Door & Cabinet Hardware: Bella Hardware & Bath Photography: David Dietrich Photography
Guest House Delight Railing
Guest House Delight Railing
Benson Designs LLCBenson Designs LLC
Custom metal railing system with unique geometric shapes to add visual interest.
Design ideas for a large contemporary wood l-shaped staircase in Other with wood risers.
penthouse pur!
penthouse pur!
roomanddesign.com | Florian Stefan Schafhäutlroomanddesign.com | Florian Stefan Schafhäutl
Florian Stefan Schafhäutl
This is an example of a large contemporary wood curved staircase in Munich with wood risers.
4302 CHUKA DR - SHOWHOME IN THE CREEKS DEVELOPMENT
4302 CHUKA DR - SHOWHOME IN THE CREEKS DEVELOPMENT
Munro Homes Ltd.Munro Homes Ltd.
Design ideas for a large contemporary wood l-shaped staircase in Other with painted wood risers and feature lighting.
2015 Midwest Home Luxury Home #4 - John Kraemer & Sons
2015 Midwest Home Luxury Home #4 - John Kraemer & Sons
Spacecrafting / Architectural PhotographySpacecrafting / Architectural Photography
Builder: John Kraemer & Sons, Inc. - Architect: Charlie & Co. Design, Ltd. - Interior Design: Martha O’Hara Interiors - Photo: Spacecrafting Photography
2015 Street of Dreams | Sandhill Crane
2015 Street of Dreams | Sandhill Crane
Westlake Development Group, LLCWestlake Development Group, LLC
Blackstone Edge Photography
Large contemporary carpeted u-shaped staircase in Portland with carpeted risers.
BRIGHTON PROJECT
BRIGHTON PROJECT
ELC ARCHITECTURE AND INTERIORELC ARCHITECTURE AND INTERIOR
Inspiration for a large contemporary wood straight staircase in Melbourne with painted wood risers.
CP house
CP house
Alventosa Morell ArquitectesAlventosa Morell Arquitectes
Adrià Goula
Inspiration for a large contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Barcelona with open risers.
Contemporary Staircase
Contemporary Staircase
Inspiration for a large contemporary wood staircase in London with open risers.
Autour d'une Bibliothèque
Autour d'une Bibliothèque
ATELIER FBATELIER FB
Arnaud Rinuccini
Design ideas for a large contemporary wood spiral staircase in Paris with open risers.

Large 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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