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Cleveland Heights Modern
Cleveland Heights Modern
Payne & Tompkins Design-RenovationsPayne & Tompkins Design-Renovations
Inspiration for a medium sized urban wood u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Cleveland with open risers.
The Open House
The Open House
Studio Nishita KamdarStudio Nishita Kamdar
Photographer : Kunal Bhatia
Photo of an industrial concrete u-shaped staircase in Mumbai with concrete risers.
30_Industrial Style Staircase in Renovated Community Clubhouse, Arlington VA 222
30_Industrial Style Staircase in Renovated Community Clubhouse, Arlington VA 222
Century Stair CompanyCentury Stair Company
One of our commercial designs was recently selected for a beautiful clubhouse/fitness center renovation; this eco-friendly community near Crystal City and Pentagon City features square wooden newels and wooden stringers finished with grey/metal semi-gloss paint to match vertical metal rods and handrail. This particular staircase was designed and manufactured to builder’s specifications, allowing for a complete metal balustrade system and carpet-dressed treads that meet building code requirements for the city of Arlington.CSC 1976-2020 © Century Stair Company ® All rights reserved.
Telluride High Country
Telluride High Country
Artisan Builders LLCArtisan Builders LLC
This is an example of a medium sized urban wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Denver with open risers.
Stanford Net-Zero Energy Home
Stanford Net-Zero Energy Home
JOURNEY HOME INTERIORSJOURNEY HOME INTERIORS
Large urban wood u-shaped glass railing staircase in San Francisco with open risers.
Hoboken Duplex
Hoboken Duplex
CD InteriorsCD Interiors
custom commisioned art from @Andrewtedescostudios reclaimed brick wall. photo @gerardgarcia
Inspiration for a large industrial wood u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in New York with concrete risers.
13th St. Penthouse - Staircase / Kitchen
13th St. Penthouse - Staircase / Kitchen
Jane Kim ArchitectJane Kim Architect
Photo by Alan Tansey This East Village penthouse was designed for nocturnal entertaining. Reclaimed wood lines the walls and counters of the kitchen and dark tones accent the different spaces of the apartment. Brick walls were exposed and the stair was stripped to its raw steel finish. The guest bath shower is lined with textured slate while the floor is clad in striped Moroccan tile.
Interior Cable Rail Makeover
Interior Cable Rail Makeover
Great Lakes Metal FabricationGreat Lakes Metal Fabrication
MP.
Inspiration for a medium sized industrial wood u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Detroit with wood risers.
Piccadilly Loft Apartments
Piccadilly Loft Apartments
Bisca StaircasesBisca Staircases
A very real concern of many people refurbishing a period property is getting the new interior to sit well in what can effectively be a completely new shell. In this respect staircases are no different and regardless of whether you choose a traditional or contemporary staircase it has to be in empathy with the building and not look like an obvious add on. Executed properly the staircase will update the property and see it confidently through generations to come. In 2014 Bisca were commissioned by Northminster Ltd to work alongside Rachel McLane Interiors and COG Architects in the conversion of a 1930’s car showroom in the heart of York into prestige, residential loft style apartments. There were two clear facets to the redeveloped building, the River Foss facing apartments, which were rather industrial in architectural scale and feel, and the more urban domestic proportions and outlook of the Piccadilly Street facing apartments. The overall theme for the redevelopment was industrial; the differentiator being the level to which the fixtures and fittings of within each apartment or area soften the feel. In keeping with the industrial heritage of the building the main common areas staircase, from basement to ground and ground to first, was carefully designed to be part of the property in its new chapter. Visible from Piccadilly at street level, the staircase is showcased in a huge feature window at ground floor and the design had to be both stunning and functional. As the apartments at the Piccadilly side of the property were fitted with oak units and oak flooring, hardwearing treads of fumed oak were the obvious choice for the staircase timber. The inlaid tread detail provides a non-slip function as well as adding interest. Closed treads and risers are supported by slim and elegant steel structures and sweeping plastered soffits contrasting wonderfully with the warmth of the exposed brickwork. The balustrade is of hand forged, formed and textured uprights capped by a tactile hand carved oak handrail. Bisca have gained a reputation as specialists for staircases in listed or period properties and were proud to be part of the winning team at the recent York Design Awards where Piccadilly Lofts Staircase won the special judges award special award for detail design and craftsmanship
House in Epsom
House in Epsom
Eldridge LondonEldridge London
Engineered slatted maple wood staircase by Joe Mellows Furniture to screen interior spaces from front driveway. Photography: Lyndon Douglas
Photo of an industrial wood u-shaped staircase in London with wood risers.
Interiors
Interiors
Feeney Inc.Feeney Inc.
Custom CableRail in Custom Fabricated Frames Moskow Linn Architects, Greg Premru Photographer
Photo of an urban wood u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in San Francisco with open risers.
27 Park City, Utah Residence
27 Park City, Utah Residence
Magleby ConstructionMagleby Construction
Alan Blakely
Medium sized urban wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Salt Lake City with wood risers.
Church Renovation: Bohemian Industrial Metamorphasis
Church Renovation: Bohemian Industrial Metamorphasis
The Home Co.The Home Co.
Marcell Puzsar, Brightroom Photography
Design ideas for a large industrial wood u-shaped staircase in San Francisco with painted wood risers.
Burke Gilman Mothership
Burke Gilman Mothership
Rose-Leigh DesignRose-Leigh Design
Pull-ups anyone?
This is an example of a large industrial wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Seattle with open risers.
S + C
S + C
Metal Inc.Metal Inc.
This residential project consisting of six flights and three landings was designed, fabricated and installed by metal inc..LD
Design ideas for a large urban wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in DC Metro with open risers.
Incline Village Handrail Detail
Incline Village Handrail Detail
Carol Faccinetti Interior DesignCarol Faccinetti Interior Design
custom designed hand rail
Design ideas for a medium sized industrial wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Other with wood risers.
Rock space
Rock space
Roberta De Palo-Fotografie Interni, ArchitetturaRoberta De Palo-Fotografie Interni, Architettura
Servizio pubblicato su COSE DI CASA - Febbraio 2016 © Roberta De Palo
Urban acrylic u-shaped metal railing staircase in Milan with open risers.
Contemporary meets Traditional
Contemporary meets Traditional
Matthies BuildersMatthies Builders
This is an example of a large industrial wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Chicago with painted wood risers.
SoHo Duplex
SoHo Duplex
Raad StudioRaad Studio
Large urban wood u-shaped glass railing staircase in New York with open risers.
Last Dollar
Last Dollar
Artisan Builders LLCArtisan Builders LLC
This is an example of a large urban wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Denver with open risers.

Industrial U-shaped Staircase Ideas and Designs

A beautiful industrial 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 industrial 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 industrial 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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