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Floating and Straight Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Modern Iowa Farmhouse
Modern Iowa Farmhouse
Neumann Monson ArchitectsNeumann Monson Architects
Farshid Assassi
Inspiration for a contemporary wood straight staircase in Cedar Rapids with open risers and feature lighting.
Main Street Greenhouse
Main Street Greenhouse
Doyle Coffin Architecture LLCDoyle Coffin Architecture LLC
Doyle Coffin Architecture +Dan Lenore, Photographer
Photo of a small traditional straight staircase in New York.
Wood Railing with Wrought Iron Balusters
Wood Railing with Wrought Iron Balusters
Titan Stairs, Utah!Titan Stairs, Utah!
This is a recent remodel we completed. Unfortunately no before picture but it was a very dated traditional oak railing system. We used Hammered Iron Spindles and a custom Turned Newel Post. The wood is Clear Alder.
Wood Railing with Wrought Iron Balusters
Wood Railing with Wrought Iron Balusters
Titan Stairs, Utah!Titan Stairs, Utah!
Titan Architectural Products, LLC dba Titan Stairs of Utah
Inspiration for a medium sized classic carpeted straight staircase in Salt Lake City with carpeted risers.
Houston Riverview Way
Houston Riverview Way
Tom Hurt ArchitectureTom Hurt Architecture
The stairs are as much a part of modern architecture as anything. They are thoughtfully designed to create a memorable experience, a contemporary version of something as old as time.
Contemporary Staircase
Contemporary Staircase
This is an example of a contemporary floating staircase in Other.
Gold Canyon
Gold Canyon
Visionmakers Custom Stone & Steel DoorsVisionmakers Custom Stone & Steel Doors
Design ideas for a medium sized mediterranean straight staircase in Phoenix with limestone treads and limestone risers.
Lifetime Signature Stone Wall
Lifetime Signature Stone Wall
Lifetime StonesLifetime Stones
In this home, the homeowner wanted to add drama and create an accent wall that would be unique and stand out from the common exposed brick look seen in the city, while still allowing for a natural feel from nearby Rock Creek Park. Lifetime Stones decided to custom cut chocolate and grey thin stone to come up with the look seen in the photo.
Wheeler Residence
Wheeler Residence
Saniee Architects, LLCSaniee Architects, LLC
A modern staircase which plays with the idea of textures and weightlessness.
This is an example of a modern floating staircase in New York.
Sag Harbor Residence
Sag Harbor Residence
Ber Murphy PhotographyBer Murphy Photography
Ber Murphy
Design ideas for a contemporary metal floating staircase in New York with open risers.
Forest Park Southeast New Construction
Forest Park Southeast New Construction
UIC HomesUIC Homes
One of our most popular staircases, this contemporary design features steel cable railing from floor to ceiling. A double punch design element that adds interest while not blocking the view from room to room. Call us if you'd like one in your home.
Stone Farmhouse Conversion
Stone Farmhouse Conversion
Knight Architects LLCKnight Architects LLC
Wall of original stone farmhouse exposed in two-story entrance foyer. Light fixture made from an old newel post, echoed in post at bottom of stair.
Design ideas for a farmhouse wood straight wood railing staircase in New York with wood risers.
Ham Lake - Contemporary Total Home Remodel
Ham Lake - Contemporary Total Home Remodel
Michels HomesMichels Homes
Open "floating" stair treads. | Photography: Landmark Photography
Design ideas for a large contemporary wood floating staircase in Minneapolis.
Bowman Stairs
Bowman Stairs
Cornerstone ArchitectsCornerstone Architects
The driving impetus for this Tarrytown residence was centered around creating a green and sustainable home. The owner-Architect collaboration was unique for this project in that the client was also the builder with a keen desire to incorporate LEED-centric principles to the design process. The original home on the lot was deconstructed piece by piece, with 95% of the materials either reused or reclaimed. The home is designed around the existing trees with the challenge of expanding the views, yet creating privacy from the street. The plan pivots around a central open living core that opens to the more private south corner of the lot. The glazing is maximized but restrained to control heat gain. The residence incorporates numerous features like a 5,000-gallon rainwater collection system, shading features, energy-efficient systems, spray-foam insulation and a material palette that helped the project achieve a five-star rating with the Austin Energy Green Building program.
40th Street
40th Street
Blue Sky Building CompanyBlue Sky Building Company
Inspiration for a traditional wood straight staircase in Raleigh.
Sleeping Loft
Sleeping Loft
Rethink Design StudioRethink Design Studio
A nautical collage adorns the wall as you emerge into the light and airy loft space. Family photos and heirlooms were combined with traditional nautical elements to create a collage with emotional connection. Behind the white flowing curtains are built in beds each adorned with a nautical reading light and built-in hideaway niches. The space is light and airy with painted gray floors, all white walls, old rustic beams and headers, wood paneling, tongue and groove ceilings, dormers, vintage rattan furniture, mid-century painted pieces, and a cool hangout spot for the kids. Wall Color: Super White - Benjamin Moore Floor: Painted 2.5" porch-grade, tongue-in-groove wood. Floor Color: Sterling 1591 - Benjamin Moore Yellow Vanity: Vintage vanity desk with vintage crystal knobs Mirror: Target Collection of gathered art and "finds" on the walls: Vintage, Target, Home Goods (some embellished with natural sisal rope)
Scraphouse
Scraphouse
Jensen ArchitectsJensen Architects
Stair designed and built by Tony Dominski http://www.westedgemetals.com
Alchemy
Alchemy
BAAN designBAAN design
Tenant improvement
Photo of a contemporary wood straight staircase in Seattle with feature lighting.
Vivienda unifamiliar en centro urbano
Vivienda unifamiliar en centro urbano
QuildingQuilding
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary wood straight mixed railing staircase in Other with wood risers.
Stairs and Railings
Stairs and Railings
Legacy Contracting LLCLegacy Contracting LLC
Inspiration for a medium sized modern wood straight wire cable railing staircase in New York with painted wood risers.

Floating and Straight 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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