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Curved Staircase Ideas and Designs

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H-Smith II
H-Smith II
SuprematiSupremati
Photo of a contemporary curved wood railing staircase in London with limestone treads and limestone risers.
HOUSE IN KENSINGTON
HOUSE IN KENSINGTON
STEPHEN FLETCHER ARCHITECTSSTEPHEN FLETCHER ARCHITECTS
Large traditional wood curved mixed railing staircase spindle in London with painted wood risers.
Woodford Square
Woodford Square
Juliet Murphy PhotographyJuliet Murphy Photography
Medium sized classic wood curved metal railing staircase spindle in London with brick walls.
Ritz-Carlton
Ritz-Carlton
Signature Innovations LLCSignature Innovations LLC
Art Deco and Zen influences the contemporary design in this stylish home. The contemporary kitchen hints at Art Deco design in the gold trim cabinetry, all seamlessly tied together with the custom ebony colored European Oak flooring. Floor: 8” wide-plank Fumed European Oak | Rustic Character | wire-brushed | micro-beveled edge | Ebonized | Semi-Gloss Waterborne Poly. For more information please email us at: sales@signaturehardwoods.com
Custom Built Curving Two Tone Wood Staircase
Custom Built Curving Two Tone Wood Staircase
MILLER + MILLER Architectural PhotographyMILLER + MILLER Architectural Photography
A beautiful custom built, curving two tone wooden staircase with white painted risers, dark walnut stained treads and handrail, huge two story windows, dotted with wall sconces, an abstract art painting, dark slate tile flooring, white wainscoting and crown moulding millwork. Custom Home Builder and General Contractor for this Home: Leinster Construction, Inc., Chicago, IL www.leinsterconstruction.com Miller + Miller Architectural Photography
Gibson Point
Gibson Point
Barton + Barton InteriorsBarton + Barton Interiors
Chantal Vu
Photo of a large contemporary wood curved mixed railing staircase in San Diego with wood risers.
Chateau Edina
Chateau Edina
Revision LLCRevision LLC
Spacecrafting
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary wood curved metal railing staircase in Minneapolis with painted wood risers.
Un Duplex à Saint-Germain des Prés
Un Duplex à Saint-Germain des Prés
ATELIER FBATELIER FB
©Arnaud Rinuccini
Photo of a large contemporary wood curved staircase in Paris with open risers and feature lighting.
Estates at Cohasset Elkton
Estates at Cohasset Elkton
Mary CookMary Cook
Bill Taylor
Design ideas for a classic wood curved staircase in Boston with feature lighting.
Maryland Drive
Maryland Drive
Joseph Spierer Architects, Inc.Joseph Spierer Architects, Inc.
This elegant staircase became the home’s center nucleus and focal point.
Design ideas for a large mediterranean wood curved metal railing staircase in Los Angeles with limestone risers.
Battersea Family Home
Battersea Family Home
Imperfect InteriorsImperfect Interiors
This lovely Victorian house in Battersea was tired and dated before we opened it up and reconfigured the layout. We added a full width extension with Crittal doors to create an open plan kitchen/diner/play area for the family, and added a handsome deVOL shaker kitchen.
Mediterranean Residence
Mediterranean Residence
Perkins ArchitecturePerkins Architecture
Design ideas for a mediterranean tiled curved metal railing staircase in Other with tiled risers.
Arch House
Arch House
Barker Associates Architecture OfficeBarker Associates Architecture Office
Design ideas for a contemporary curved staircase in New York.
Beach Bungalow
Beach Bungalow
Ashby CollectiveAshby Collective
Medium sized beach style wood curved wood railing staircase in Houston with wood risers.
Easton New Construction
Easton New Construction
Blueprint Dreams LLCBlueprint Dreams LLC
Photo of a large classic wood curved wood railing staircase in New York with painted wood risers and panelled walls.
Refined Transitional
Refined Transitional
John McClain DesignJohn McClain Design
Large classic wood curved metal railing staircase in Orlando with painted wood risers.
Staircase and Railings
Staircase and Railings
Coast Salish WoodcraftersCoast Salish Woodcrafters
Inspiration for a large classic painted wood curved mixed railing staircase in Vancouver with painted wood risers.
Country Club Residence
Country Club Residence
Regas InteriorsRegas Interiors
photo: Woodie Williams
Design ideas for an expansive traditional carpeted curved wood railing staircase in Atlanta with carpeted risers.
Woodbridge Main Floor Remodel
Woodbridge Main Floor Remodel
Sosna IncSosna Inc
Medium sized contemporary wood curved metal railing staircase in Toronto with painted wood risers.
Bellaire 2- Staircase
Bellaire 2- Staircase
BwCollier Interior Design, BwC Studio, IncBwCollier Interior Design, BwC Studio, Inc
This is an example of a large classic wood curved metal railing staircase in Houston with painted wood risers.

Curved Staircase Ideas and Designs

A beautiful 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 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 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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