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Project Glenpark
Project Glenpark
Diana Bastone DesignsDiana Bastone Designs

Design ideas for a wood l-shaped glass railing staircase in Toronto with open risers and panelled walls.
Cambridge Modern Townhouse
Cambridge Modern Townhouse
Reverse ArchitectureReverse Architecture
The second floor hallway. The stair landings are fashioned from solid boards with open gaps. Light filters down from a 3rd-floor skylight.
Design ideas for a small modern wood floating glass railing staircase in Boston with glass risers.
Saratoga Canyon
Saratoga Canyon
ODS ArchitectureODS Architecture
Open stair has simple wood treads and risers against a poured-in-place board-formed concrete wall.
Design ideas for a medium sized modern wood l-shaped metal railing staircase in San Francisco with wood risers.
Modern Technology Enhances Indoor/Outdoor Living
Modern Technology Enhances Indoor/Outdoor Living
Corinthian Fine HomesCorinthian Fine Homes
These homeowners are well known to our team as repeat clients and asked us to convert a dated deck overlooking their pool and the lake into an indoor/outdoor living space. A new footer foundation with tile floor was added to withstand the Indiana climate and to create an elegant aesthetic. The existing transom windows were raised and a collapsible glass wall with retractable screens was added to truly bring the outdoor space inside. Overhead heaters and ceiling fans now assist with climate control and a custom TV cabinet was built and installed utilizing motorized retractable hardware to hide the TV when not in use. As the exterior project was concluding we additionally removed 2 interior walls and french doors to a room to be converted to a game room. We removed a storage space under the stairs leading to the upper floor and installed contemporary stair tread and cable handrail for an updated modern look. The first floor living space is now open and entertainer friendly with uninterrupted flow from inside to outside and is simply stunning.
Snowbunny
Snowbunny
Zone 4 Architects, LLCZone 4 Architects, LLC
This light and airy staircase allows light to filter through all levels, and uses similar detailing found elsewhere in the residence to keep design continuity and unified design elegance.
Boca Raton Splendor
Boca Raton Splendor
Bravas Boca RatonBravas Boca Raton
Fully integrated Signature Estate featuring Creston controls and Crestron panelized lighting, and Crestron motorized shades and draperies, whole-house audio and video, HVAC, voice and video communication atboth both the front door and gate. Modern, warm, and clean-line design, with total custom details and finishes. The front includes a serene and impressive atrium foyer with two-story floor to ceiling glass walls and multi-level fire/water fountains on either side of the grand bronze aluminum pivot entry door. Elegant extra-large 47'' imported white porcelain tile runs seamlessly to the rear exterior pool deck, and a dark stained oak wood is found on the stairway treads and second floor. The great room has an incredible Neolith onyx wall and see-through linear gas fireplace and is appointed perfectly for views of the zero edge pool and waterway. The club room features a bar and wine featuring a cable wine racking system, comprised of cables made from the finest grade of stainless steel that makes it look as though the wine is floating on air. A center spine stainless steel staircase has a smoked glass railing and wood handrail.
Front Entry Stair with Pine Flooring and Windsor Bench
Front Entry Stair with Pine Flooring and Windsor Bench
Orren Pickell Building GroupOrren Pickell Building Group
Generously proportioned front entry hall and stair featuring 11" wide white pine flooring and Windsor bench. Photo by Mike Kaskel.
This is an example of a large country wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Chicago with painted wood risers.
215 MacFarlane Drive | Delray Beach, Florida
215 MacFarlane Drive | Delray Beach, Florida
Seaside Builders Of Delray Beach, FloridaSeaside Builders Of Delray Beach, Florida
Staircase
Photo of a medium sized modern wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Other with glass risers and feature lighting.
Foothills of south Denver- Skydance Drive
Foothills of south Denver- Skydance Drive
Mountain + Beach Interiors - Schonewill Int'lMountain + Beach Interiors - Schonewill Int'l
Designed by Debra Schonewill - knowing the stair is a key focal point and viewed from all areas of the home we designed a spectacular stair and custom John Pomp three level light fixture residing through the center of it. We left the steel structure as exposed as possible from below the landings too. Full height glass encloses the main bar and dining rooms to create acoustical privacy while still leaving it open. Woodley Architects designed the steel support details. Peak Custom Carpentry fabricated the solid walnut treads and modern handrail. Abraxis provided the glazing of railing and throughout the interior of the home.
Foster Street, St. Kilda
Foster Street, St. Kilda
Jane Cameron ArchitectsJane Cameron Architects
Jack Lovell
Medium sized modern wood floating metal railing staircase in Melbourne with open risers.
IOCO ROAD
IOCO ROAD
Beverley A. Richards Interior DesignsBeverley A. Richards Interior Designs
Stair case Mark Rohmann Photography 604-805-0200
This is an example of a large contemporary wood floating glass railing staircase in Vancouver with open risers.
Curved Staircase with Spanish Tile Risers
Curved Staircase with Spanish Tile Risers
Golden Visions DesignGolden Visions Design
Mediterranean style curved staircase with rich hardwood tread, Spanish tile risers and a wrought iron banister.
Inspiration for a large mediterranean wood straight staircase in San Francisco with tiled risers.
Grand Entry Hall
Grand Entry Hall
Architecture JHK, Inc.Architecture JHK, Inc.
Design ideas for an expansive mediterranean wood straight metal railing staircase in Other with wood risers.
Decatur Craftsman
Decatur Craftsman
First Street BuildersFirst Street Builders
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional wood u-shaped staircase in Atlanta with painted wood risers.
Eclectic Mediterranean Victorian Interior Design Foyer w Stairway
Eclectic Mediterranean Victorian Interior Design Foyer w Stairway
Dream Home Design USADream Home Design USA
Luxury mansion with eclectic interiors. Cantilevered Staircase in Foyer with marble floors and columns imported from China. Period eclectic detailing. Mediterranean style home with darker wood paneling and classical details. Column marble from China. Iron work stairway. Dome ceiling. Fountain. Created with Interior Designer Lynn Adelmann and Jan Moriarty. More interiors here: http://www.dreamhomedesignusa.com/interiors.htm Photos: Harvey Smith
Villa Freie Universität
Villa Freie Universität
markiewicz GmbHmarkiewicz GmbH
Wissenschaft und Kunst – eines haben sie gemeinsam, sie erschaffen Neues. So ist es nicht verwunderlich, dass im Berliner Stadtteil Dahlem, in dem die Freie Universität ansässig ist, dieses extravagante Projekt „erschaffen“ wurde. Die Treppenanlage beeindruckt durch ihren avantgardistischen und strak gebogenen Lauf und das dreidimensional geformte Geländer. So entsteht, wenn man die Treppe von unten betrachtet, eine elliptische Spirale, die sich nach oben hin windet.
Historic Central Remodel
Historic Central Remodel
AFT ConstructionAFT Construction
Photo of an expansive wood curved metal railing staircase in Phoenix with wood risers.
Stairway
Stairway
Angela Reynolds DesignsAngela Reynolds Designs
Expansive classic wood straight metal railing staircase in Miami with wood risers and wallpapered walls.
Rich Artisan
Rich Artisan
Smithwood Builders Inc.Smithwood Builders Inc.
With two teen daughters, a one bathroom house isn’t going to cut it. In order to keep the peace, our clients tore down an existing house in Richmond, BC to build a dream home suitable for a growing family. The plan. To keep the business on the main floor, complete with gym and media room, and have the bedrooms on the upper floor to retreat to for moments of tranquility. Designed in an Arts and Crafts manner, the home’s facade and interior impeccably flow together. Most of the rooms have craftsman style custom millwork designed for continuity. The highlight of the main floor is the dining room with a ridge skylight where ship-lap and exposed beams are used as finishing touches. Large windows were installed throughout to maximize light and two covered outdoor patios built for extra square footage. The kitchen overlooks the great room and comes with a separate wok kitchen. You can never have too many kitchens! The upper floor was designed with a Jack and Jill bathroom for the girls and a fourth bedroom with en-suite for one of them to move to when the need presents itself. Mom and dad thought things through and kept their master bedroom and en-suite on the opposite side of the floor. With such a well thought out floor plan, this home is sure to please for years to come.
Memorial Transitional
Memorial Transitional
Frankel Design BuildFrankel Design Build
Photo of an expansive contemporary wood spiral metal railing staircase in Houston with painted wood risers.

Luxury Wood 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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