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First Floor Home Renovation
First Floor Home Renovation
Boyce Design + BuildBoyce Design + Build
The front entry offers a warm welcome that sets the tone for the entire home starting with the refinished staircase with modern square stair treads and black spindles, board and batten wainscoting, and beautiful blonde LVP flooring.
Georgian colonial Restoration
Georgian colonial Restoration
Alberino ConstructionAlberino Construction
A stunning whole house renovation of a historic Georgian colonial, that included a marble master bath, quarter sawn white oak library, extensive alterations to floor plan, custom alder wine cellar, large gourmet kitchen with professional series appliances and exquisite custom detailed trim through out.
Freestanding Stacked Staircases
Freestanding Stacked Staircases
Bishop WoodcraftBishop Woodcraft
We really enjoyed building this unique traditional style staircase in a beautiful home in Park City, UT. The three stacked freestanding staircases wrap around a glass elevator. The stair is unique in that the owner wanted the outside stringer to follow the octagon shape of the wall while having the inside stringer circular. The stair consists of Alder stringers and curbing, Hickory treads, and a custom Alder handrail profile. The open risers allow more light to permeate the staircase and the curvature of the treads makes the stairs feel as if they flow seamlessly downward around the elevator. Forged metal balusters with a clear satin finish make up the guardrail infill, and for a little extra flair we included several Tuscan panels. Overall, the wood and iron are a classic combination and give a distinguished look.
Whole Home Remodel, Addition and Garage
Whole Home Remodel, Addition and Garage
Becker Home Improvement Inc.Becker Home Improvement Inc.
The old staircase was removed and this new staircase built. ©Michelle Wimmer Photography mwimmerphoto.com
Large classic wood u-shaped mixed railing staircase in Other with wood risers.
Curved Exterior Staircase with Wrought Iron Balcony Rail
Curved Exterior Staircase with Wrought Iron Balcony Rail
Great Lakes Metal FabricationGreat Lakes Metal Fabrication
No other home will be quite like this one. The curved steel staircase instantly adds a powerful focal point to the home. Unlike a builder-grade straight, L-shaped, or U-shaped wooden staircase, curved metal stairs flow with grace, spanning the distance with ease. The copper roof and window accents (also installed by Great Lakes Metal Fabrication) provide a luxurious touch. The design adds an old world charm that meshes with the tumbled brick exterior and traditional wrought iron belly rail. Enjoy more of our work at www.glmetalfab.com.
Fort Greene Brownstone Renovation
Fort Greene Brownstone Renovation
Kate Glicksberg PhotographyKate Glicksberg Photography
Complete renovation of a 19th century brownstone in Brooklyn's Fort Greene neighborhood. Modern interiors that preserve many original details. Kate Glicksberg Photography
Staircase and Railings
Staircase and Railings
Coast Salish WoodcraftersCoast Salish Woodcrafters
Inspiration for a large classic painted wood curved mixed railing staircase in Vancouver with painted wood risers.
2019 Spring Showcase
2019 Spring Showcase
Alair Homes Green BayAlair Homes Green Bay
Large traditional carpeted u-shaped wood railing staircase in Other with carpeted risers.
Morris Drive, Princeton NJ
Morris Drive, Princeton NJ
Karin Eckerson InteriorsKarin Eckerson Interiors
Refinished floors from a blonde to a beautiful, rich walnut, painted all interior including banister (nice little design element), custom cut runner and custom entry rug . . . Photos coming soon of living room, dining room, kitchen and family room!!! Stay tuned!
Aliso Viejo stairway remodel
Aliso Viejo stairway remodel
San Clemente Woodworking | StairwaysSan Clemente Woodworking | Stairways
San Clemente Woodworking
Photo of a large classic carpeted u-shaped mixed railing staircase in Orange County with carpeted risers.
Berwyn, PA Tudor Home
Berwyn, PA Tudor Home
Deconstructed Living DesignDeconstructed Living Design
Design ideas for a large classic carpeted l-shaped wood railing staircase in Philadelphia with wood risers.
Reclaimed White Oak Floors & Stairs
Reclaimed White Oak Floors & Stairs
Southern Oaks FlooringSouthern Oaks Flooring
Foyer and staircase with hand-beveled reclaimed white oak floors and stairs finished with Rubio Monocoat hard wax oil finish. Floors: Southern Oaks Flooring (Materials via Reclaimed DesignWorks) Design: Rachel Halvorson Designs Photography: Paige Rumore Photography
Craftsman Modern
Craftsman Modern
WJM ArchitectWJM Architect
Inspiration for a large traditional wood straight mixed railing staircase in New York with wood risers.
Natural Stone Floors
Natural Stone Floors
Modern Tile and CarpetModern Tile and Carpet
Travertine floor and dark wood stair steps
Inspiration for a large traditional wood spiral mixed railing staircase in Tampa.
Residential Projects
Residential Projects
Westview Partners LLCWestview Partners LLC
Inspiration for a large classic wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in Boston with wood risers.
Stairways
Stairways
udvari-solner design companyudvari-solner design company
Dale Hall
Inspiration for a large classic wood u-shaped mixed railing staircase in Other with open risers.
The Stillwater House | Stairway
The Stillwater House | Stairway
Bria Hammel InteriorsBria Hammel Interiors
Interior Designer | Bria Hammel Interiors Architect & Builder | Divine Custom Homes Photographer | Gridley + Graves
Inspiration for a large traditional wood u-shaped staircase in Minneapolis with painted wood risers.
St. Charles, IL (Project 2)
St. Charles, IL (Project 2)
LDC HomesLDC Homes
Design ideas for a large traditional wood spiral staircase in Chicago with wood risers.
Classic Straight Run Staircase
Classic Straight Run Staircase
UserUser
Large traditional wood u-shaped staircase in Chicago with wood risers.
Classical New Home
Classical New Home
Sanford Custom Builders, IncSanford Custom Builders, Inc
This is an example of a large traditional wood floating staircase in Boston with painted wood risers.

Large Traditional Staircase Ideas and Designs

A beautiful traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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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