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Curved Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Ft. Beauregard Estates Curved Oak Stairway
Ft. Beauregard Estates Curved Oak Stairway
The Stairway ShopThe Stairway Shop
Design ideas for a medium sized classic wood curved staircase in San Diego with wood risers.
Garfield Place, Park Slope
Garfield Place, Park Slope
Ingui ArchitectureIngui Architecture
Design ideas for a medium sized wood curved staircase in New York with open risers.
1/2 gewendelte Treppe mit brüstungshohen Wangen
1/2 gewendelte Treppe mit brüstungshohen Wangen
Holzmanufaktur Ballert e.k.Holzmanufaktur Ballert e.k.
1/2 gewendelte Treppe mit brüstungshohen Wangen, wandseitig mit Bolzen befestigt, freiseitig eingestemmt, Wange weiß lackiert, Stufen in Eiche, geölt, alle Verbindungen unsichtbar gelöst. www.ballert-holzmanufaktur.de
Curved oak staircase, Hetton, Yorkshire Dales
Curved oak staircase, Hetton, Yorkshire Dales
Silvanus InteriorsSilvanus Interiors
Solid European oak staircase with alternated spindle pattern.
Design ideas for a large classic wood curved staircase in Other with wood risers.
Gold Coast Penthouse
Gold Coast Penthouse
Branca, Inc.Branca, Inc.
Staircase
Inspiration for a classic curved staircase in Chicago.
45Teel Restored Front Stair
45Teel Restored Front Stair
Aurora Architects + BuildersAurora Architects + Builders
The front staircase of this historic Second Empire Victorian home was beautifully detailed but dark and in need of restoration. It gained lots of light and became a focal point when we removed the walls that formerly enclosed the living spaces. Adding a small window brought even more light. We meticulously restored the balusters, newel posts, curved plaster, and trim. It took finesse to integrate the existing stair with newly leveled floor, raised ceiling, and changes to adjoining walls. The copper color accent wall really brings out the elegant line of this staircase.
The Downing Staircase
The Downing Staircase
Sareth Builders, LLCSareth Builders, LLC
Design ideas for an expansive retro wood curved staircase in Cleveland with wood risers.
Parquet
Parquet
Gaetano Hardwood Floors, Inc.Gaetano Hardwood Floors, Inc.
Custom Rustic Walnut Parquet with Stone Insets
Large mediterranean wood curved staircase in Orange County with wood risers.
Entry Stair
Entry Stair
Kaplan Architects, AIAKaplan Architects, AIA
Curved entry stair
Expansive classic wood curved wood railing staircase in San Francisco with wood risers.
Lakeside Lookout Wine Cellar
Lakeside Lookout Wine Cellar
Gelotte Hommas Drivdahl ArchitectureGelotte Hommas Drivdahl Architecture
Beautifully detailed stairwell dropping down into a pristine wine cellar
Photo of a medium sized mediterranean wood curved staircase in Seattle with wood risers.
Contemporary Staircase
Contemporary Staircase
Photo of a contemporary wood curved staircase in Dallas with open risers.
Colorado Retreat
Colorado Retreat
HELMAN SECHRIST ArchitectureHELMAN SECHRIST Architecture
Hilliard Photographics
Inspiration for a small rustic carpeted curved staircase in Chicago with open risers.
Newly Rustic in Los Olivos
Newly Rustic in Los Olivos
Elliott & Pohls ConstructionElliott & Pohls Construction
Location: Los Olivos, CA // Type: New Construction // Architect: Appelton & Associates // Photo: Creative Noodle
Photo of a large rustic wood curved staircase in Santa Barbara with wood risers.
Gallery
Gallery
Schutte Stair Co.Schutte Stair Co.
This is an example of a medium sized classic wood curved wood railing staircase in Cincinnati with wood risers.
2016 Spanish Revival
2016 Spanish Revival
Kim Grant Design IncKim Grant Design Inc
Kim Grant, Architect; Elizabeth Barkett, Interior Designer - Ross Thiele & Sons Ltd.; Theresa Clark, Landscape Architect; Gail Owens, Photographer
Photo of a medium sized mediterranean wood curved staircase in San Diego with wood risers.
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.
Log Elegance
Log Elegance
Sweet Homes of Colorado IncSweet Homes of Colorado Inc
This incredibly unique staircase was the brain child of architect Jon Gunson. It was constructed on site by a very clever member of the Sweet Homes team.
Yellow House
Yellow House
Widing Custom HomesWiding Custom Homes
This custom estate home is a delightful mixture of classic and whimsical styles and is featured in Autumn 2012 edition of Michigan Home & Lifestyle. Photos by Dave Speckman
Hill House
Hill House
BCV ARCHITECTURE + INTERIORSBCV ARCHITECTURE + INTERIORS
Photo of a mediterranean curved staircase in San Francisco.
Malvern Home Remodel
Malvern Home Remodel
Pine Street Carpenters & The Kitchen StudioPine Street Carpenters & The Kitchen Studio
Design ideas for a wood curved wood railing staircase in Philadelphia 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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