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Expansive Staircase with Open Risers Ideas and Designs

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Los Angeles
Los Angeles
Regal X Inc.Regal X Inc.
Floating staircase, open floor plan
Photo of an expansive contemporary wood straight mixed railing staircase in Los Angeles with open risers.
The Element House
The Element House
NWC ConstructionNWC Construction
Built by NWC Construction Ryan Gamma Photography
Design ideas for an expansive contemporary wood floating glass railing staircase in Tampa with open risers.
Grandview Drive Hollywood Hills modern home open plan interior & stairs
Grandview Drive Hollywood Hills modern home open plan interior & stairs
Whipple Russell ArchitectsWhipple Russell Architects
Grandview Drive Hollywood Hills modern home open plan interior & stairs
Design ideas for an expansive modern wood floating glass railing staircase in Los Angeles with open risers.
Mid-Century Modern Home Renovation - Interior
Mid-Century Modern Home Renovation - Interior
Sawdust TherapySawdust Therapy
Main Staircase As the new main focal point of the home, the stairs were designed with clean lines and a slightly industrial feel. The stingers, tread supports and railing posts are fabricated from powder coated tubular and flat steel. The handrails, treads and landing are solid 1 1/2" thick maple. The treads and landing are treaded with a non-slip polyurethane. There are over 400 stainless steel fittings and nearly 1000’ of stainless steel cable that make up the railings. Photos By Michael Schneider
Hord Livestock
Hord Livestock
Heartland StairwaysHeartland Stairways
Tyler Rippel Photography
Expansive country wood floating staircase in Columbus with open risers.
Curved Wood Slide
Curved Wood Slide
Top Tread StairwaysTop Tread Stairways
The black walnut slide/stair is completed! The install went very smoothly. The owners are LOVING it! It’s the most unique project we have ever put together. It’s a 33-ft long black walnut slide built with 445 layers of cross-laminated layers of hardwood and I completely pre-assembled the slide, stair and railing in my shop. Last week we installed it in an amazing round tower room on an 8000 sq ft house in Sacramento. The slide is designed for adults and children and my clients who are grandparents, tested it with their grandchildren and approved it. 33-ft long black walnut slide #slide #woodslide #stairslide #interiorslide #rideofyourlife #indoorslide #slidestair #stairinspo #woodstairslide #walnut #blackwalnut #toptreadstairways #slideintolife #staircase #stair #stairs #stairdesign #stacklamination #crosslaminated
68_Innovative and Ultra-modern Stairs with Glass Landings, Washington DC 20009
68_Innovative and Ultra-modern Stairs with Glass Landings, Washington DC 20009
Century Stair CompanyCentury Stair Company
These stairs span over three floors and each level is cantilevered on two central spine beams; lack of risers and see-thru glass landings allow for plenty of natural light to travel throughout the open stairwell and into the adjacent open areas; 3 1/2" white oak treads and stringers were manufactured by our craftsmen under strict quality control standards, and were delivered and installed by our experienced technicians. CSC 1976-2020 © Century Stair Company LLC ® All Rights Reserved.
Orum Residence
Orum Residence
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Photo Credit: Matthew Momberger
Expansive modern wood floating metal railing staircase in Los Angeles with open risers.
Baltimore Maryland Loft Condo
Baltimore Maryland Loft Condo
Julie SullivanJulie Sullivan
A Spiral staircase leads to the secluded master bedroom area. A dark gray wall color (Sherwin Williams Cyberspace) is a subtle backdrop to the colorful original artwork.
New Stairwell Connecting Major Additions in Doggett Peak
New Stairwell Connecting Major Additions in Doggett Peak
Mountain Remodeling of Western North CarolinaMountain Remodeling of Western North Carolina
Major addition to mountain home to add new wing and second master suite. New curving staircase spirals up and connects first, second, and third floor additions. Rustic details such as antler chandelier, stacked stone, high-end wood flooring with custom ironwork stair railing in tree motif.
Casual Mediterranean in Dallas-Fort Worth
Casual Mediterranean in Dallas-Fort Worth
Arveaux InteriorsArveaux Interiors
Photos by Dan Piassick
Expansive mediterranean curved staircase in Dallas with open risers.
Modern New Home - Ground Up
Modern New Home - Ground Up
Heritage Construction Companies, LLC.Heritage Construction Companies, LLC.
Photo of an expansive contemporary metal floating staircase in Minneapolis with open risers.
Di Transizione Scale
Di Transizione Scale
Inspiration for an expansive classic l-shaped metal railing staircase in Milan with marble treads and open risers.
Laurel Way Beverly Hills modern home floating staircase
Laurel Way Beverly Hills modern home floating staircase
Whipple Russell ArchitectsWhipple Russell Architects
Laurel Way Beverly Hills modern home floating staircase. Photo by Art Gray Photography.
Inspiration for an expansive modern wood floating glass railing staircase in Los Angeles with open risers and feature lighting.
London Penthouse
London Penthouse
Alexander Gorlin ArchitectsAlexander Gorlin Architects
This glamorous duplex penthouse atop a new tower in the Stratford neighborhood of east London takes advantage of all the views of the city on the horizon beyond. A modern spiral stair whisks you up to the main living level with its open plan living and dining area. Along the crystal-like serrated edge of the tower, the penthouse has three bedrooms, including a spectacular master bedroom in the apex of the triangle
Our Flooring Work
Our Flooring Work
Art Wood - Flooring IncArt Wood - Flooring Inc
This is an example of an expansive contemporary wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Los Angeles with open risers.
PEARL TOWER PENTHOUSE
PEARL TOWER PENTHOUSE
FLAUNT InteriorsFLAUNT Interiors
Alex Cote
Photo of an expansive contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Calgary with open risers.
Meydenbauer Bay Residence
Meydenbauer Bay Residence
Urban RestorationUrban Restoration
Haris Kenjar
Expansive contemporary wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Seattle with open risers.
Estate - Utah County - (44)
Estate - Utah County - (44)
Magleby ConstructionMagleby Construction
Photo of an expansive world-inspired wood floating metal railing staircase in Salt Lake City with open risers.
Greenhills
Greenhills
Adan Creative DesignsAdan Creative Designs
Photo of an expansive contemporary wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Sydney with open risers.

Expansive Staircase with Open Risers 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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