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Large Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Rostill House
Rostill House
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Shannon McGrath
Photo of a large contemporary wood straight staircase in Melbourne with wood risers and feature lighting.
Modern Oceanfront Home
Modern Oceanfront Home
NXG StudioNXG Studio
Brantley Photography
Photo of a large contemporary wood spiral metal railing staircase in Miami with open risers.
Loft Rochelais
Loft Rochelais
Stanislas LedouxStanislas Ledoux
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Design ideas for a large contemporary wood straight staircase in Nantes with open risers.
Highfield
Highfield
Reid ArchitectsReid Architects
Daniel Hopkinson
This is an example of a large contemporary wood straight staircase in Manchester with open risers.
French Villas
French Villas
Fabric SpaceFabric Space
Inspiration for a large contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Other with wood risers and feature lighting.
Family Home, Bude, Cornwall
Family Home, Bude, Cornwall
The Bazeley PartnershipThe Bazeley Partnership
A contemporary home design for clients that featured south-facing balconies maximising the sea views, whilst also creating a blend of outdoor and indoor rooms. The spacious and light interior incorporates a central staircase with floating stairs and glazed balustrades. Revealed wood beams against the white contemporary interior, along with the wood burner, add traditional touches to the home, juxtaposing the old and the new. Photographs: Alison White
Maison passive proche de Mulhouse
Maison passive proche de Mulhouse
Maisons Prestige - Maison Passive AlsaceMaisons Prestige - Maison Passive Alsace
Escalier moderne en bois sans contremarche, escalier porte à faux, marches intégrées au mur
This is an example of a large contemporary wood straight metal railing staircase in Strasbourg with open risers.
Manor House in St. Augustine
Manor House in St. Augustine
Esposito DesignEsposito Design
This is an example of a large classic wood straight staircase in Jacksonville with wood risers.
Eastside Modern I
Eastside Modern I
4D Architects4D Architects
Michael Seidl Photography
Large contemporary wood straight metal railing staircase in Seattle with open risers.
Contemporary Staircase
Contemporary Staircase
Design ideas for a large contemporary glass u-shaped staircase in Other with open risers and feature lighting.
Los Arqueros
Los Arqueros
ANS Construction and renovationANS Construction and renovation
Large contemporary glass curved staircase in Malaga with open risers.
Casa Finestrat. Sierra Cortina
Casa Finestrat. Sierra Cortina
GestecGestec
Inspiration for a large contemporary wood spiral staircase in Alicante-Costa Blanca with open risers.
Treppe des Monats Mai 2015
Treppe des Monats Mai 2015
Treppen und Bauelemente Schmidt GmbHTreppen und Bauelemente Schmidt GmbH
Faltwerktreppe Freiburg mit liegendem Edelstahlgeländer und Stufenbeleuchtung
Inspiration for a large contemporary wood curved staircase in Other with wood risers.
SCALA ELICOIDALE -RESIDENZA PRIVATA
SCALA ELICOIDALE -RESIDENZA PRIVATA
MabeleMabele
Large contemporary curved staircase in Turin.
Contemporary Elegance
Contemporary Elegance
A360 a r c h i t e c t sA360 a r c h i t e c t s
Split Level house, mezzanine family
Design ideas for a large contemporary staircase in Bengaluru.
Contemporáneo Escalera
Contemporáneo Escalera
Inspiration for a large contemporary acrylic straight staircase in Barcelona with open risers and feature lighting.

Large 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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