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L-shaped Staircase Spindle Ideas and Designs

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Custom Modern Staircase in Lake Forest Illinois
Custom Modern Staircase in Lake Forest Illinois
Fraerman Associates ArchitectureFraerman Associates Architecture
This is an example of a large traditional wood l-shaped wood railing staircase spindle in Chicago with painted wood risers.
21 - Traditional Acadian Southern Staircase
21 - Traditional Acadian Southern Staircase
Aspire Fine HomesAspire Fine Homes
Design ideas for an expansive classic l-shaped wood railing staircase spindle in Houston with wood risers.
Interior Design - Blackheath Family Home, Grade II Listed Captains House
Interior Design - Blackheath Family Home, Grade II Listed Captains House
My-Studio LtdMy-Studio Ltd
New staircase to basement with oak treads and white risers, turned oak contemporary handrail, with metal spindles in custom mint green colour.
Design ideas for an expansive contemporary l-shaped metal railing staircase spindle in London with painted wood risers and panelled walls.
The Zephyr Farmhouse
The Zephyr Farmhouse
Master Edge HomesMaster Edge Homes
Inspiration for a farmhouse carpeted l-shaped wood railing staircase spindle in Toronto with carpeted risers.
Project 1
Project 1
Morland DesignMorland Design
Photo of a classic painted wood l-shaped staircase spindle in London with painted wood risers and feature lighting.
Basement Finishing/Remodeling, Columbia 5, Maryland
Basement Finishing/Remodeling, Columbia 5, Maryland
BasementRemodeling.comBasementRemodeling.com
Another classic and simple basement stairs with carpeted steps.
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional carpeted l-shaped wood railing staircase spindle in DC Metro with carpeted risers.
Armonk
Armonk
Valerie Lavine DesignValerie Lavine Design
Photo of a classic wood l-shaped staircase spindle in New York.
Rocksyde
Rocksyde
Albert, Righter & Tittmann Architects, Inc.Albert, Righter & Tittmann Architects, Inc.
This year-round house sits on a rocky shoulder of a New England cove. The house is oriented East to West, allowing a procession of rooms to gradually culminate in the spectacular ocean view to the East. The dramatic siting of the house against the water’s edge recalls a ship’s prow jutting into the ocean. The house responds to its natural environment as well as the Shingle Style tradition popular to the region. Photography by Robert Benson
House on Belfast Road
House on Belfast Road
Gary Quigg PhotographyGary Quigg Photography
Gary Quigg
Design ideas for a classic wood l-shaped staircase spindle in Belfast with painted wood risers and under stair storage.
Hillcrest Residence
Hillcrest Residence
Lovejoy InteriorsLovejoy Interiors
Photo of a classic carpeted l-shaped wood railing staircase spindle in Boston with carpeted risers.
Mead Way - Berkhamsted
Mead Way - Berkhamsted
Flair StairsFlair Stairs
Inspiration for a large classic wood l-shaped wood railing staircase spindle in Hertfordshire with wood risers.
Contemporary Staircase
Contemporary Staircase
Inspiration for a contemporary wood l-shaped staircase spindle in Chicago with wood risers.
Elegant Estate
Elegant Estate
12/12 Architects & Planners12/12 Architects & Planners
This 6,000sf luxurious custom new construction 5-bedroom, 4-bath home combines elements of open-concept design with traditional, formal spaces, as well. Tall windows, large openings to the back yard, and clear views from room to room are abundant throughout. The 2-story entry boasts a gently curving stair, and a full view through openings to the glass-clad family room. The back stair is continuous from the basement to the finished 3rd floor / attic recreation room. The interior is finished with the finest materials and detailing, with crown molding, coffered, tray and barrel vault ceilings, chair rail, arched openings, rounded corners, built-in niches and coves, wide halls, and 12' first floor ceilings with 10' second floor ceilings. It sits at the end of a cul-de-sac in a wooded neighborhood, surrounded by old growth trees. The homeowners, who hail from Texas, believe that bigger is better, and this house was built to match their dreams. The brick - with stone and cast concrete accent elements - runs the full 3-stories of the home, on all sides. A paver driveway and covered patio are included, along with paver retaining wall carved into the hill, creating a secluded back yard play space for their young children. Project photography by Kmieick Imagery.
Basement Finishing In Potomac, MD
Basement Finishing In Potomac, MD
BasementRemodeling.comBasementRemodeling.com
The metal trim grounds the sleek look of this clear railing.
Photo of a medium sized classic carpeted l-shaped glass railing staircase spindle in DC Metro with carpeted risers.
Sea Spray
Sea Spray
Brewster Thornton Group Architects, LLPBrewster Thornton Group Architects, LLP
Tucked next to a small pond, this house faces the ocean in Rhode Island. The Owners wanted a snug coastal house that would still work for their extended family’s vacations. They were looking for a casual house that echoed the New England traditional details of the beautiful community. Numerous open and closed porches, decks, and trellis wrap the house and garage. Shingle style details tie the house to it historic neighbors. The house was limited to a specific footprint to keep it out of flood zones. Inside the living spaces flow into one another for easy, open summer living for an active family. Storage is tucked everywhere. A back entrance corrals sand tracked in from the beach before it gets in the house. Robert Brewster Photography
The Nantucket
The Nantucket
Renaissance Building, Inc.Renaissance Building, Inc.
Medium sized traditional painted wood l-shaped wood railing staircase spindle in Detroit with wood risers and wainscoting.
24 - Charleston Staircase
24 - Charleston Staircase
Aspire Fine HomesAspire Fine Homes
www.felixsanchez.com
This is an example of a large traditional wood l-shaped wood railing staircase spindle in Houston with painted wood risers.
Twisted Oak Spindle Renovation
Twisted Oak Spindle Renovation
TF Staircases LtdTF Staircases Ltd
Contemporary feel created by renovating staircase in oak with twisted spindles and post to add interest. Oak veneer doors fitted beneath the staircase to complete the look.
Woodfield House
Woodfield House
Flair StairsFlair Stairs
Medium sized classic carpeted l-shaped wood railing staircase spindle in Hertfordshire with carpeted risers.
Custom Staircase in San Luis Obispo
Custom Staircase in San Luis Obispo
Schaefer Custom HomesSchaefer Custom Homes
Inspiration for a large traditional carpeted l-shaped wood railing staircase spindle in San Luis Obispo with carpeted risers.

L-shaped Staircase Spindle 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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