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Floating Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Big Bev
Big Bev
Carl Mattison DesignCarl Mattison Design
Take a home that has seen many lives and give it yet another one! This entry foyer got opened up to the kitchen and now gives the home a flow it had never seen.
Open Staircase with Two Story Foyer
Open Staircase with Two Story Foyer
Orren Pickell Building GroupOrren Pickell Building Group
Two-story foyer with open staircase. 3″ thick box treads , 2-1/2″ x 12″ curb stringers, 3″ square posts, and rectangular handrails all in white oak spanning 3 stories
Stair Parts
Stair Parts
Heritage Doors and Floors LTDHeritage Doors and Floors LTD
PLEASE NOTE: FLOORING AND TREADS SUPPLIED BY HERITAGE BUT THESE WERE MADE UP BY THE CUSTOMER - WE NO LONGER MANUFACTURE THESE. Modern floating staircase supplied by Heritage. Solid American White Oak was used to handcraft these beautiful stairs. Call us today on 0114 247 4917
A House With Zip!
A House With Zip!
CG&S Design-BuildCG&S Design-Build
Design: Mark Lind Project Management: Jon Strain Photography: Paul Finkel, 2012
Inspiration for a large contemporary wood floating mixed railing staircase in Austin with open risers.
Newport
Newport
Elton R ConstructionElton R Construction
The floating stairs work amazingly in the space, and the dark accents are continued with the handrails. This view shows off just how open this design really is!
Modern Remodel
Modern Remodel
Huseby HomesHuseby Homes
Design ideas for a contemporary wood floating mixed railing staircase in Nashville with open risers.
Hillsborough
Hillsborough
ODS ArchitectureODS Architecture
This is an example of a large modern wood floating mixed railing staircase in San Francisco with wood risers.
Staircase
Staircase
Sophie Piesse Architect, PASophie Piesse Architect, PA
Photo of a large contemporary wood floating metal railing staircase in Raleigh with wood risers.
Recycled pallet and reclaimed wood paneling
Recycled pallet and reclaimed wood paneling
Sustainable Lumber Co.Sustainable Lumber Co.
Wood and metal are a match made in heaven. Industrial rustic at it's finest!
Design ideas for a large urban wood floating metal railing staircase in Other with metal risers and tongue and groove walls.
Balcones
Balcones
Soledad Builders, LLCSoledad Builders, LLC
The design for the handrail is based on the railing found in the original home. Custom steel railing is capped with a custom white oak handrail.
Large midcentury wood floating mixed railing staircase in Austin with open risers and panelled walls.
Attico Contrasti
Attico Contrasti
Michela FacchiMichela Facchi
Ristrutturazione attico sito a Milano. Lo studio punta a unire sensazioni contrastanti come l’utilizzo di materiali caldi e freddi e cerca di creare una finestra sulla Milano del dopo guerra attraverso percorsi verticali.
Contemporary Custom Home in Bellevue
Contemporary Custom Home in Bellevue
Lochwood-Lozier Custom HomesLochwood-Lozier Custom Homes
Contemporary wood floating glass railing staircase in Seattle with open risers.
Shoreline Dwelling
Shoreline Dwelling
Murdough DesignMurdough Design
Chuck Choi Architectural Photography
Design ideas for a rustic wood floating staircase in Boston with open risers.
Longport Custom Home
Longport Custom Home
Burghen Builders IncBurghen Builders Inc
Large nautical wood floating wood railing staircase in Philadelphia with painted wood risers.
Cheverell Modern Country House
Cheverell Modern Country House
Adam Carter PhotoAdam Carter Photo
adamcarterphoto
Inspiration for a contemporary wood floating wire cable railing staircase in Wiltshire with open risers.
Contemporary Custom Home-Naperville
Contemporary Custom Home-Naperville
Redstart Construction, Inc.Redstart Construction, Inc.
Picture Perfect House
Photo of a large contemporary wood floating metal railing staircase in Chicago with open risers.
Ristrutturazione di una casa anni 50 a Padova
Ristrutturazione di una casa anni 50 a Padova
Marchetti MassimoMarchetti Massimo
Alessandra Bello
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary wood floating metal railing staircase in Other with wood risers.
Modern Farmhouse in Altadore
Modern Farmhouse in Altadore
Trickle Creek Designer HomesTrickle Creek Designer Homes
Love how this glass wall makes the stairway open and airy!
Design ideas for a medium sized farmhouse wood floating wood railing staircase in Calgary with open risers.
residence/home office/art studio in bernal heights, san francisco
residence/home office/art studio in bernal heights, san francisco
building Lab, inc.building Lab, inc.
Floating stairs from main level to bedroom floor above. Note: stairs are suspended with a thin steel rod attached to the ceiling. Photo: Scott Hargis
Canyon House
Canyon House
ANX / Aaron Neubert ArchitectsANX / Aaron Neubert Architects
Brian Thomas Jones
Inspiration for an expansive contemporary wood floating glass railing staircase in Los Angeles.

Floating 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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