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Large Contemporary Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Harness Creek Residence
Harness Creek Residence
Gutierrez StudiosGutierrez Studios
Custom interior two story stair with hot rolled steel chassis, glass guardrail and walnut handrail & treads.
Photo of a large contemporary wood floating staircase in Baltimore with open risers.
Eclectic Lake Home
Eclectic Lake Home
Art of Design, Jennifer CopelandArt of Design, Jennifer Copeland
Kristian Walker
Design ideas for a large contemporary wood floating staircase in Grand Rapids with open risers.
Neubau Haus am Hang
Neubau Haus am Hang
HELWIG HAUS + RAUM Planungs GmbHHELWIG HAUS + RAUM Planungs GmbH
Inspiration for a large contemporary concrete straight staircase in Frankfurt with concrete risers.
House Sed
House Sed
Nico van der Meulen ArchitectsNico van der Meulen Architects
Photography by Barend Roberts and Victoria Pilcher
This is an example of a large contemporary glass floating staircase in Other with open risers.
Staircase
Staircase
THINK Architecture, Inc.THINK Architecture, Inc.
Architecture by: Think Architecture Interior Design by: Denton House Construction by: Magleby Construction Photos by: Alan Blakley
Photo of a large contemporary wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Salt Lake City with open risers.
Interiors
Interiors
The Final CoatThe Final Coat
Large contemporary concrete floating metal railing staircase in Cleveland with open risers.
Kearney Hill - Waterfront Shingle Style
Kearney Hill - Waterfront Shingle Style
Visbeen ArchitectsVisbeen Architects
Shingle-style details and handsome stone accents give this contemporary home the look of days gone by while maintaining all of the convenience of today. Equally at home as a main residence or second home, it features graceful pillars at the entrance that lead into a roomy foyer, kitchen and large living room with a long bank of windows designed to capture a view. Not far away is a private retreat/master bedroom suite and cozy study perfect for reading or relaxing. Family-focused spaces are upstairs, including four additional bedrooms. A large screen porch and expansive outdoor deck allow outdoor entertaining.
Arlo Signature | Modin Rigid LVP Collection Customer Space | TX
Arlo Signature | Modin Rigid LVP Collection Customer Space | TX
FlooretFlooret
Modern and spacious. A light grey wire-brush serves as the perfect canvas for almost any contemporary space. Modern and spacious. A light grey wire-brush serves as the perfect canvas for almost any contemporary space.
Manhattan Penthouse
Manhattan Penthouse
designs by human.designs by human.
This is an example of a large contemporary glass floating glass railing staircase in Tampa with open risers.
Two Level Contemporary Staircase
Two Level Contemporary Staircase
Coast Salish WoodcraftersCoast Salish Woodcrafters
Photo of a large contemporary wood straight mixed railing staircase in Vancouver with open risers.
Jacob-Grace
Jacob-Grace
R.W. Jones Construction, Inc.R.W. Jones Construction, Inc.
Photo of a large contemporary wood curved glass railing staircase in Orlando with painted wood risers.
Asian Contemporary | Happy Valley, OR
Asian Contemporary | Happy Valley, OR
Westlake Development Group, LLCWestlake Development Group, LLC
Gregory Dean Photography
Large contemporary wood straight wood railing staircase in Other with wood risers.
Modern Green Home Feat. French Connection Provence Flooring
Modern Green Home Feat. French Connection Provence Flooring
Garrison CollectionGarrison Collection
Design by The Sunset Team in Los Angeles, CA
Design ideas for a large contemporary u-shaped staircase in Los Angeles with open risers and feature lighting.
Self Support Cantilevered Steel Stairs with Glass Railing
Self Support Cantilevered Steel Stairs with Glass Railing
UserUser
This project is not 100% as the glass still needs to be installed
This is an example of a large contemporary wood floating staircase in Toronto with open risers.
East Village Duplex
East Village Duplex
General AssemblyGeneral Assembly
Incorporating a reclaimed wood wall into this newly renovated East Village Duplex, brought in warm materials into an open stairwell. © Devon Banks
Large contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in New York.
Easter Residence
Easter Residence
Mammen Associates ArchitectureMammen Associates Architecture
The staircase was designed with open treads to allow for an open feeling and a filtering of the daylight down the stairs. The design is to remind one of the old mining past of the historic home which is connected to the new house by the doorway in the left of the picture. Interior Design by Kay Mammen & Nancy Johnson
Modern Stairs with Metal Handrails
Modern Stairs with Metal Handrails
ZeroEnergy DesignZeroEnergy Design
Photo of a large contemporary wood l-shaped metal railing staircase in Other with open risers.
Dartmouth Park
Dartmouth Park
Martins Camisuli ArchitectsMartins Camisuli Architects
Refurbishment of the complete house was required to bring a more contemporary feel to this property.
Large contemporary staircase in London.
Encino Hills, CA
Encino Hills, CA
Rockefeller Kempel ArchitectsRockefeller Kempel Architects
Photographer: Eric Staudenmaier
Large contemporary staircase in Los Angeles.
Eagle Crest Residence
Eagle Crest Residence
Berglund ArchitectsBerglund Architects
Ric Stovall
Inspiration for a large contemporary wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Denver with open risers.

Large Contemporary Staircase Ideas and Designs

A beautiful contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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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