skip to main content
Photos
Photos
Advice
Stories From Houzz
Houzz Discussions
Houzz Research
Sign In
Houzz Logo Print
  1. Staircase
  2. Tread: Glass

Glass Staircase Ideas and Designs

All Filters (1)
Refine by:
101 - 120 of 995 photos
Item 1 of 2
Hillsborough Modern
Hillsborough Modern
Isolina Mallon InteriorsIsolina Mallon Interiors
Inspiration for a large contemporary glass floating glass railing staircase in San Francisco with glass risers.
Spiral Staircase: Stainless Steel Railings with Glass Treads
Spiral Staircase: Stainless Steel Railings with Glass Treads
Bella Stairs, LLCBella Stairs, LLC
Spiral Staircase Featuring Stainless Steel Railings with Glass Treads & Landing.
Medium sized modern glass spiral metal railing staircase in Tampa with open risers.
Glass Stair Treads with Stainless Steel
Glass Stair Treads with Stainless Steel
Downing DesignsDowning Designs
Glass Stair case with LED illumination from side
Photo of a large contemporary glass floating staircase in Dallas with metal risers.
Contemporary Staircase
Contemporary Staircase
AR Design Studio LtdAR Design Studio Ltd
Design ideas for a contemporary glass staircase in Hampshire with open risers.
Bowen Gate, Richmond - Luxury Custom Home
Bowen Gate, Richmond - Luxury Custom Home
LEONE HOMESLEONE HOMES
Rare, Corner lot 70 X 120 8400 sqft, 3688 sqft. home nested in the heart of Quilchena. This brand new luxurious contemporary home is quality built by the prestigious developer Leone Homes and no details were spared in the masterpiece. Home features impeccable finishes: custom wine cellar, glass staircase, Swarvoski lights, granite counter top backsplash, Italian tile, 4 bed & 4 bath all with en suite upstairs. 1 bedroom + den with spacious living room, media room and dining room downstairs. Beautiful outdoor living with cedar pergola, gas fire pit perfect for entertaining. Photo credit: Pixilink Solution
Green House
Green House
Todd Gordon Mather ArchitectTodd Gordon Mather Architect
Scot Zimmerman
Photo of a small glass l-shaped staircase in Salt Lake City with open risers.
Avalon Bay Front
Avalon Bay Front
Holliday ArchitectsHolliday Architects
Inspiration for a large coastal glass curved glass railing staircase in Philadelphia with open risers.
Moderne Faltwerktreppe
Moderne Faltwerktreppe
Treppen und Bauelemente Schmidt GmbHTreppen und Bauelemente Schmidt GmbH
Das Glasgeländer beginnt ab der ersten Faltwerkstufe und ist eingenutet, dadurch hebt es den Charakter der Faltwerkoptik ideal hervor. In der Brüstung wird das Glasgeländer weiter fortgeführt.
Современный Лестница
Современный Лестница
Photo of a medium sized contemporary glass u-shaped staircase in Moscow.
Contemporary Craftsman - Bespoke and Beautiful
Contemporary Craftsman - Bespoke and Beautiful
Tracery Professional Builders, Inc.Tracery Professional Builders, Inc.
Spiral staircases are definitely not only for damp, dark, cold stone castles. This modern vestibule encases treads structured entirely of steel and glass, and cantilevered out from the center post, this custom stairwell is the epitome of form and function. With the doorway graced by a gently arching soffit, the space requires no adornment, other that the appreciation for the builder.
St. Martin
St. Martin
Vanessa DeleonVanessa Deleon
This is an example of a contemporary glass u-shaped staircase in New York with open risers.
Glass Stair
Glass Stair
Thomas Roszak Architecture, LLCThomas Roszak Architecture, LLC
Photography-Hedrich Blessing Fairbanks Residence: The combination of three apartments was done to create one free flowing living space with over 4,800 SF connecting the 39th and 40th floors, with amazing views of Chicago. A new glass stair replaces an existing wood stair in the penthouse residence, and allows light to pour deep into the home and creates a calming void in the space. The glass is used as the primary structural material and only stainless steel is used for connection clips. The glass assembly of both tread and wall includes 3 layers of ½” lo-iron tempered glass with an AVB interlayer and hinge-like connector under tread and at connection to concrete to allow for rotation or vertical movement of up to one inch. The fireplace module incorporates the minimal gas and stone fireplace with hidden cabinet doors, an HVAC fan coil, and the LCD TV. The full height absolute-white kitchen wall also has a large working island in white oak that ends in an eat-in table. Solid wide plank hickory is used on the floor to compliment the rift-cut white oak cabinetry in the fireplace and kitchen, the tower’s concrete structure, and the plaster walls throughout painted in 4 different whites.
Glass Stair
Glass Stair
Xtreme EffeX Custom Ironworks and FabricationXtreme EffeX Custom Ironworks and Fabrication
There's a time and place for everything, including glass stair treads. The goal was to allow as much light into the space as possible; what we didn't expect is how visually connected the three story house became as a result of this transparency.
Contemporary Staircase
Contemporary Staircase
Contemporary glass straight staircase in Other with open risers.
Tahoe's "Lake House"
Tahoe's "Lake House"
Curtis Laney & Laney, The Design Company, Inc.Curtis Laney & Laney, The Design Company, Inc.
Five story elliptical staircase in glass. Photographer: Erhard Pfeiffer
Photo of a contemporary glass staircase in Other with open risers.
Green Cube - LEED Platinum Show Home
Green Cube - LEED Platinum Show Home
RE.DZINERE.DZINE
To receive information on products and materials used on this project, please contact me via http://www.iredzine.com
ObjeA(オブジェア)オープン ストレート
ObjeA(オブジェア)オープン ストレート
カツデンカツデン
Photo of a medium sized scandinavian glass straight staircase in Tokyo with feature lighting.
Glass floor treads steps and support brackets
Glass floor treads steps and support brackets
Innovate Building SolutionsInnovate Building Solutions
There is nothing quite as sleek as a glass staircase. The aluminum brackets at the side make these glass steps look like they are floating!
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary glass straight staircase in Cleveland with open risers.
Private Residence, Maida Vale, London
Private Residence, Maida Vale, London
Nulty+Nulty+
Photography: Peter Northall
Inspiration for a contemporary glass curved glass railing staircase in London with glass risers.
River Oaks
River Oaks
YSL BuildersYSL Builders
ªPaul Hester Photographer
This is an example of a large traditional glass straight staircase in Houston with glass risers.

Glass 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.
6
2345678910Next Page
United Kingdom
Tailor my experience with cookies

Houzz uses cookies and similar technologies to personalise my experience, serve me relevant content, and improve Houzz products and services. By clicking ‘Accept’ I agree to this, as further described in the Houzz Cookie Policy. I can reject non-essential cookies by clicking ‘Manage Preferences’.