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Floating Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Apple Farm
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Floating stairway in Modern North Georgia home Photograhpy by Galina Coada
Inspiration for a rustic floating glass railing staircase in Atlanta with open risers.
New Stair to Roof Terrace and Large Skylight
New Stair to Roof Terrace and Large Skylight
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Gut renovation of 1880's townhouse. New vertical circulation and dramatic rooftop skylight bring light deep in to the middle of the house. A new stair to roof and roof deck complete the light-filled vertical volume. Programmatically, the house was flipped: private spaces and bedrooms are on lower floors, and the open plan Living Room, Dining Room, and Kitchen is located on the 3rd floor to take advantage of the high ceiling and beautiful views. A new oversized front window on 3rd floor provides stunning views across New York Harbor to Lower Manhattan. The renovation also included many sustainable and resilient features, such as the mechanical systems were moved to the roof, radiant floor heating, triple glazed windows, reclaimed timber framing, and lots of daylighting. All photos: Lesley Unruh http://www.unruhphoto.com/
Lodge Ridge
Lodge Ridge
VPC Builders, LLCVPC Builders, LLC
Inspiration for a rustic wood floating wire cable railing staircase in Charlotte with open risers.
Box Hill - Custom Home
Box Hill - Custom Home
UserUser
This is an example of a contemporary wood floating glass railing staircase in Melbourne with open risers.
Maryland Proto Home
Maryland Proto Home
Proto Homes, LLCProto Homes, LLC
Proto Homes, LLC, Home designed by Proto Homes, LLC
Contemporary floating staircase in Los Angeles with open 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.
Forrest Road - Custom Home
Forrest Road - Custom Home
E2 HomesE2 Homes
Rickie Agapito
Inspiration for a contemporary wood floating wire cable railing staircase in Orlando with open risers.
Arc House
Arc House
William Roy Designer KitchensWilliam Roy Designer Kitchens
Modern wood floating wire cable railing staircase in Portland with open risers.
Coral Gables - Gallardo Street
Coral Gables - Gallardo Street
UserUser
Contemporary floating glass railing staircase in Miami with open risers and feature lighting.
Villa AMT
Villa AMT
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amit geron
Inspiration for a modern floating glass railing staircase in Tel Aviv.
Lakecrest
Lakecrest
Progressive Concept DesignProgressive Concept Design
Contemporary wood floating glass railing staircase in Vancouver with open risers.
Spa Creek House
Spa Creek House
GriD architectsGriD architects
Brycen Fischer Photography
Contemporary wood floating metal railing staircase in Baltimore with open risers.
Mansfield2
Mansfield2
E&K Vintage WoodE&K Vintage Wood
Mixed hardwoods used to wrap stair treads. Photography Jean Randazzo
Design ideas for a contemporary floating staircase in Los Angeles.
Kudrow
Kudrow
KDL ArchitectsKDL Architects
Photo of a contemporary wood floating staircase in Los Angeles with open risers.
Full metal jacket
Full metal jacket
Sanctum DesignSanctum Design
Marian Riabic
This is an example of a contemporary wood floating glass railing staircase in Sydney with open risers and feature lighting.
Contemporary Staircase
Contemporary Staircase
This is an example of a contemporary wood floating staircase in Vancouver with open risers.
Union3 Interior Design - Hs Sakwa
Union3 Interior Design - Hs Sakwa
Union3Union3
Contemporary wood floating wire cable railing staircase in Other.
Maison Escalier
Maison Escalier
Moussafir ArchitectesMoussafir Architectes
This is an example of a large modern wood floating staircase in Other.
Hover House 3, Glen Irani Architects
Hover House 3, Glen Irani Architects
Glen Irani ArchitectsGlen Irani Architects
Photography: Derek Rath
Photo of a contemporary floating staircase in Los Angeles.
staircase
staircase
Elad GonenElad Gonen
This is an example of a modern floating staircase in Other.

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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