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Lake Front Country Estate
Lake Front Country Estate
Markalunas Architecture GroupMarkalunas Architecture Group
Lake Front Country Estate Front Hall, design by Tom Markalunas, built by Resort Custom Homes. Photography by Rachael Boling.
Inspiration for an expansive traditional wood u-shaped staircase in Other with painted wood risers.
Portola Valley Modern
Portola Valley Modern
Noel Cross+ArchitectsNoel Cross+Architects
Frank Paul Perez, Red Lily Studios
Expansive contemporary u-shaped glass railing staircase in San Francisco with travertine treads, travertine risers and feature lighting.
Grand Prato Estate
Grand Prato Estate
Design WestDesign West
Entry Stairway with Piano Parlor
This is an example of an expansive classic staircase in Miami.
Rustic Luxury
Rustic Luxury
Aneka Interiors Inc.Aneka Interiors Inc.
This is an example of an expansive rustic wood spiral staircase in Denver with wood risers.
Contemporary Staircase
Contemporary Staircase
Expansive contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Salt Lake City with open risers.
Staircases
Staircases
Fratantoni Interior DesignersFratantoni Interior Designers
Luxury homes with custom staircases by Fratantoni Interior Designers. Follow us on Pinterest, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram for more inspirational photos!
Horner Millwork
Horner Millwork
Boston Design GuideBoston Design Guide
Horner Millwork, Built by Cooper Stairworks, Nicholaeff Architecture + Design
This is an example of an expansive contemporary wood spiral staircase in Boston with metal risers.
Lakeside Home
Lakeside Home
O'Sullivan Architects, IncO'Sullivan Architects, Inc
The spiral stair in the Great Room leads to the owner's home office. A set of stairs beyond the spiral stair lead to the lower level and the indoor golf simulator.
Custom Home Design, Main Staircase
Custom Home Design, Main Staircase
CBI Design Professionals, Inc.CBI Design Professionals, Inc.
This residence was designed to have the feeling of a classic early 1900’s Albert Kalin home. The owner and Architect referenced several homes in the area designed by Kalin to recall the character of both the traditional exterior and a more modern clean line interior inherent in those homes. The mixture of brick, natural cement plaster, and milled stone were carefully proportioned to reference the character without being a direct copy. Authentic steel windows custom fabricated by Hopes to maintain the very thin metal profiles necessary for the character. To maximize the budget, these were used in the center stone areas of the home with dark bronze clad windows in the remaining brick and plaster sections. Natural masonry fireplaces with contemporary stone and Pewabic custom tile surrounds, all help to bring a sense of modern style and authentic Detroit heritage to this home. Long axis lines both front to back and side to side anchor this home’s geometry highlighting an elliptical spiral stair at one end and the elegant fireplace at appropriate view lines.
Paradise Valley Foothills Modern
Paradise Valley Foothills Modern
Drewett WorksDrewett Works
This Paradise Valley modern estate was selected Arizona Foothills Magazine's Showcase Home in 2004. The home backs to a preserve and fronts to a majestic Paradise Valley skyline. Architect CP Drewett designed all interior millwork, specifying exotic veneers to counter the other interior finishes making this a sumptuous feast of pattern and texture. The home is organized along a sweeping interior curve and concludes in a collection of destination type spaces that are each meticulously crafted. The warmth of materials and attention to detail made this showcase home a success to those with traditional tastes as well as a favorite for those favoring a more contemporary aesthetic. Architect: C.P. Drewett, Drewett Works, Scottsdale, AZ. Photography by Dino Tonn.
Laurelhurst Storybook Residence
Laurelhurst Storybook Residence
Board & VellumBoard & Vellum
The curvature of the staircase gradually leads to a grand reveal of the yard and green space.
Photo of an expansive traditional concrete curved metal railing staircase in Seattle with concrete risers.
07 - Classic Craftsman Staircase
07 - Classic Craftsman Staircase
Aspire Fine HomesAspire Fine Homes
Inspiration for an expansive traditional u-shaped wood railing staircase in Houston.
K2 Ranch
K2 Ranch
Studio 133Studio 133
David O. Marlow
Design ideas for an expansive contemporary wood floating glass railing staircase in Denver with wood risers.
Parkland Residence, Beverly Hills
Parkland Residence, Beverly Hills
MGS ArchitectureMGS Architecture
Photography by Matthew Momberger
Inspiration for an expansive modern wood l-shaped glass railing staircase in Los Angeles with open risers.
Warm Modern Floating Staircase
Warm Modern Floating Staircase
Wolf Design StudioWolf Design Studio
Nick Springett Photography
Photo of an expansive contemporary wood straight staircase in Los Angeles with open risers.
French Country | West Linn, Oregon
French Country | West Linn, Oregon
Westlake Development Group, LLCWestlake Development Group, LLC
Justin Krug Photography
Photo of an expansive traditional wood curved staircase in Portland.
Hord Livestock
Hord Livestock
Heartland StairwaysHeartland Stairways
Tyler Rippel Photography
Expansive country wood floating staircase in Columbus with open risers.
Luxury Penthouse
Luxury Penthouse
UserUser
The staircase, especially, where flowing, organic lines of polished steel and palisander create a glorious fusion that I think is a new modern classic, and a hallmark of this project.
Silo Stair
Silo Stair
Haver & Skolnick LLC ArchitectsHaver & Skolnick LLC Architects
A dramatic floating stair to the Silo Observation Room is supported by two antique timbers. Robert Benson Photography
Design ideas for an expansive country wood floating staircase in New York with wood risers.
Simply Modern
Simply Modern
Simply+ModernSimply+Modern
Byron Mason Photography
This is an example of an expansive contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Las Vegas with open risers.

Luxury Expansive 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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