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Contemporary U-shaped 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.
Beach House in Avalon
Beach House in Avalon
Purdy O'Gwynn ArchitectsPurdy O'Gwynn Architects
Halkin Mason Photography
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Philadelphia with open risers.
Blackhawk
Blackhawk
Larson Shores ArchitectsLarson Shores Architects
In the Blackhawk neighborhood of Danville, a home’s interior changes dramatically with a modern renovation that opens up the spaces, adds natural light, and highlights the outside world. Removing walls, adding more windows including skylights, and using a white and dark brown base-palette evokes a light, airy, but grounded experience to take in the beautiful landscapes of Danville.
Pi_Pad
Pi_Pad
Mcmahon and NerlichMcmahon and Nerlich
Beautiful stair treads in Vic Ash spiral up into the stair void as natural light washes down from the full length skylight above. An elegant piece of steel lines the top of the timber battens, marrying in to the existing steel balustrade below.
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
Ariston Stone with dark Emperador borders
Ariston Stone with dark Emperador borders
Trajan StoneTrajan Stone
Large contemporary u-shaped metal railing staircase in Cheshire with marble treads and marble risers.
2019 Fall Parade of Homes - Dream Home
2019 Fall Parade of Homes - Dream Home
Zawadski Homes Inc.Zawadski Homes Inc.
Staircase with custom railing.
Design ideas for a large contemporary u-shaped metal railing staircase in Minneapolis with carpeted risers.
2019 Artisan Home Tour
2019 Artisan Home Tour
Lenox House DesignLenox House Design
This central staircase is the connecting heart of this modern home. It's waterfall white oak design with cable railing and custom metal design paired with a modern multi finish chandelier makes this staircase a showpiece in this Artisan Tour Home.
Modern New Construction in Providence, RI
Modern New Construction in Providence, RI
SR Fine Home BuildersSR Fine Home Builders
Architect: Doug Brown, DBVW Architects / Photographer: Robert Brewster Photography
Photo of a large contemporary wood u-shaped glass railing staircase in Providence with wood risers and under stair storage.
Centrum design Ascendo Stairs
Centrum design Ascendo Stairs
Ackworth HouseAckworth House
Designer floating staircase in the entrance way creates that 'wow' factor to give your guests the best first impression. Central steel stringer with American Oak treads and a glass balustrade. For more floating stairs ideas visit https://www.ackworthhouse.co.nz/ascendo-floating-stairs/
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.
Zinc House- Stairs
Zinc House- Stairs
dSPACE Studio Ltd, AIAdSPACE Studio Ltd, AIA
Tony Soluri
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Chicago with open risers.
Contemporary Custom Home
Contemporary Custom Home
Lochwood-Lozier Custom HomesLochwood-Lozier Custom Homes
Large contemporary wood u-shaped glass railing staircase in Seattle with open risers.
Modern Mountain Home, Stowe VT
Modern Mountain Home, Stowe VT
Patterson and Smith Construction, Inc.Patterson and Smith Construction, Inc.
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Burlington with wood risers.
Black & White Stripe Carpet to Stairs and Landings
Black & White Stripe Carpet to Stairs and Landings
The Flooring Group LtdThe Flooring Group Ltd
Client: Private Residence In Central London Brief: To supply & install black & white stripe carpet to stairs and landings
Design ideas for a contemporary carpeted u-shaped staircase in London with carpeted risers.
Rochester Mid-Century
Rochester Mid-Century
Nightingale Co.Nightingale Co.
Large contemporary wood u-shaped mixed railing staircase in Detroit with open risers.
Haus SH in Karlsruhe
Haus SH in Karlsruhe
Thomas Fabrinsky Freier Architekt BDAThomas Fabrinsky Freier Architekt BDA
Stephan Baumann, bild_raum
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Berlin with wood risers and under stair storage.
Various Projects
Various Projects
King Architectural MetalsKing Architectural Metals
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Dallas with open risers.
KRISANA PARK RESIDENCE
KRISANA PARK RESIDENCE
Dado Interior DesignDado Interior Design
DAVID LAUER PHOTOGRAPHY
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Denver with wood risers.
The Avalon
The Avalon
UserUser
D-Max Photography
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Perth with open risers.

Contemporary U-shaped 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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