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Grey Wire Cable Railing 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.
...Une maison Marseillaise...
...Une maison Marseillaise...
Sarah-archi-inSarah-archi-in
This is an example of a contemporary wood u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Marseille with concrete risers.
Another view of the cable railing staircase
Another view of the cable railing staircase
Patrick Millwork IncPatrick Millwork Inc
This is an example of a medium sized modern wood l-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Boise with painted wood risers.
modern staircase
modern staircase
Mountainwood HomesMountainwood Homes
Photo by: Vern Uyetake
Inspiration for a medium sized modern carpeted u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Portland with open risers.
Saltbox
Saltbox
Gardner Architects LLCGardner Architects LLC
John Cole Photography
Photo of a contemporary wood u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in DC Metro with wood risers and a feature wall.
Pemberton Modern
Pemberton Modern
Butterfield Custom HomesButterfield Custom Homes
Inspiration for a large contemporary wood u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Austin with wood risers.
Mid Century Modern Addition and Interior Revision
Mid Century Modern Addition and Interior Revision
Rossoto Art LLCRossoto Art LLC
Ship Railing Detail. Photo by William Rossoto, Rossoto Art LLC
Design ideas for a medium sized modern wood l-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Other with wood risers.
Contemporary Farmhouse
Contemporary Farmhouse
Cannarsa Structure and DesignCannarsa Structure and Design
Photo of a traditional carpeted u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Grand Rapids with carpeted risers.
The Cove Cottage
The Cove Cottage
Lisa Carlisle ArchitectLisa Carlisle Architect
This is an example of a medium sized beach style wood l-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Providence with wood risers.
Contemporary Mount Pleasant Residence
Contemporary Mount Pleasant Residence
Michael Lewis Architects PCMichael Lewis Architects PC
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary wood l-shaped wire cable railing staircase in New York with open risers.
Retro Basement Renovation
Retro Basement Renovation
Cumberland Custom HomesCumberland Custom Homes
Brick Pillars on the columns of this basement renovation project
Inspiration for a medium sized nautical painted wood straight wire cable railing staircase in DC Metro with painted wood risers.
Maxwell Modern II
Maxwell Modern II
Peter Eskuche, AIAPeter Eskuche, AIA
Design ideas for a contemporary wood u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Minneapolis with open risers.
Mill Valley Modern Farm-to-Table
Mill Valley Modern Farm-to-Table
PatriARCH ArchitecturePatriARCH Architecture
PA has created an elegant Modern Farmhouse design for a farm-to-table lifestyle. This new home is 3400 sf with 5 bedroom, 4 ½ bath and a 3 car garage on very large 26,724 sf lot in Mill Valley with incredible views. Flowing Indoor-outdoor spaces. Light, airy and bright. Fresh, natural contemporary design, with organic inspirations.
Hunter Douglas Roller/Screen Shades
Hunter Douglas Roller/Screen Shades
UserUser
Photo of a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Chicago with wood risers.
Broad Ripple Craftsman
Broad Ripple Craftsman
HAUS | Architecture For Modern LifestylesHAUS | Architecture For Modern Lifestyles
Project Architect and "Maker" Paul Reynolds plays the "stair harp" as he inclines the architectural stair - Architecture/Interiors/Renderings/Photography: HAUS | Architecture - Construction Management: WERK | Building Modern
Lakewood
Lakewood
Visbeen ArchitectsVisbeen Architects
Medium sized classic wood u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Grand Rapids with wood risers.
Modern Staircase
Modern Staircase
This is an example of a medium sized modern wood straight wire cable railing staircase in Houston with open risers.
Los Altos, CA - Portola Ave.
Los Altos, CA - Portola Ave.
M. Designs ArchitectsM. Designs Architects
New Home Principal Designer: Malika Junaid Gen. Contractor: Boynton Construction
This is an example of a large contemporary wood curved wire cable railing staircase in San Francisco with metal risers.
Casa en Tenerife
Casa en Tenerife
MS FotografíaMS Fotografía
Design ideas for a contemporary wood u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Other with open risers.
Mammoth Lakes
Mammoth Lakes
Brion Jeannette ArchitectureBrion Jeannette Architecture
Design ideas for a rustic wood floating wire cable railing staircase in Orange County with open risers.

Grey Wire Cable Railing 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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