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Medium Sized and Small Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Indian Hills Remodel
Indian Hills Remodel
restyle design, llcrestyle design, llc
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional carpeted straight metal railing staircase in Denver with tongue and groove walls and under stair storage.
Animal Print Carpet, Rugs & Runners
Animal Print Carpet, Rugs & Runners
Hemphill's Rugs & CarpetsHemphill's Rugs & Carpets
Our client loves the end result of the blue animal pattern carpet on their stairs and landing
This is an example of a medium sized classic wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Orange County with painted wood risers.
Whole House Remodel in San Clemente
Whole House Remodel in San Clemente
Eskan DevelopersEskan Developers
Design ideas for a medium sized modern wood l-shaped mixed railing staircase in Orange County.
Staircase | Staircase Design & Builds - Pelican Hill Estates
Staircase | Staircase Design & Builds - Pelican Hill Estates
The Happy Go-Lucky | Luxury Residential GroupThe Happy Go-Lucky | Luxury Residential Group
Inspiration for a medium sized modern carpeted spiral wood railing staircase in Orange County with wood risers and wainscoting.
Point West
Point West
Odin Industrial DesignOdin Industrial Design
Inspiration for a medium sized modern wood floating glass railing staircase in Houston with wood risers.
John Street South
John Street South
New Age DesignNew Age Design
Inspiration for a medium sized farmhouse carpeted l-shaped metal railing staircase in Toronto with wood risers and panelled walls.
SilverLake Spanish
SilverLake Spanish
Landmark Building IncLandmark Building Inc
This is a full custom home remodel (inside and out) of a Spanish style home in Silverlake, CA. The home was gutted inside and out and completely redone including new wood doors and windows, roof, stucco, plumbing, wiring, bathrooms, kitchen, closets, landscaping, etc.
Projet Antoine Déat
Projet Antoine Déat
RosaRosa
Beautiful open staircase
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary metal u-shaped metal railing staircase in Montreal with wood risers.
MONROE STAIRCASE
MONROE STAIRCASE
Sheila Rich Interiors, LLCSheila Rich Interiors, LLC
This entry hall is enriched with millwork. Wainscoting is a classical element that feels fresh and modern in this setting. The collection of batik prints adds color and interest to the stairwell and welcome the visitor.
Fireplace Brick and Stairway Wainscot
Fireplace Brick and Stairway Wainscot
R&J Painting LLCR&J Painting LLC
Stairway – Prepared and covered all flooring in work areas Painted using Sherwin-Williams Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel in Semi-Gloss color in White
Wine Bar
Wine Bar
Lisa & LeroyLisa & Leroy
Making the most of tiny spaces is our specialty. The precious real estate under the stairs was turned into a custom wine bar.
This is an example of a small retro metal railing staircase in DC Metro with wood risers and wood walls.
End of terrace home transformation in North London
End of terrace home transformation in North London
VORBILD ArchitectureVORBILD Architecture
This is an example of a small classic wood spiral wood railing staircase in London with carpeted risers, tongue and groove walls and a dado rail.
83_Blonde Wood Stairway with Sleek Horizontal-Metal Balustrade, Springfield VA 2
83_Blonde Wood Stairway with Sleek Horizontal-Metal Balustrade, Springfield VA 2
Century Stair CompanyCentury Stair Company
Placed in a central corner in this beautiful home, this u-shape staircase with light color wood treads and hand rails features a horizontal-sleek black rod railing that not only protects its occupants, it also provides visual flow and invites owners and guests to visit bottom and upper levels. CSC © 1976-2020 Century Stair Company. All rights reserved.
| modern lodge |
| modern lodge |
Amy Pearson DesignAmy Pearson Design
While the majority of APD designs are created to meet the specific and unique needs of the client, this whole home remodel was completed in partnership with Black Sheep Construction as a high end house flip. From space planning to cabinet design, finishes to fixtures, appliances to plumbing, cabinet finish to hardware, paint to stone, siding to roofing; Amy created a design plan within the contractor’s remodel budget focusing on the details that would be important to the future home owner. What was a single story house that had fallen out of repair became a stunning Pacific Northwest modern lodge nestled in the woods!
Casa Eliana/Escalera
Casa Eliana/Escalera
HabitanteHabitante
Inspiration for a medium sized wood l-shaped staircase in Madrid with open risers.
Sleek | New Construction
Sleek | New Construction
Che Bella Interiors Design + RemodelingChe Bella Interiors Design + Remodeling
A view from the Kitchen to the Foyer offers great interest between the varying levels. Architectural LED lighting peaks through the windows adding to the street level experience as much as the interior experience. Cable rail stair detailing allows for a clear visual experience between spaces. Photos by Spacecrafting Photography
The Berkley at Gaither's Chance
The Berkley at Gaither's Chance
Mitchell & Best HomesMitchell & Best Homes
This is an example of a medium sized classic wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in Baltimore with wood risers and wainscoting.
New Modern Farmhouse in Willow Glen-Dorrance Drive
New Modern Farmhouse in Willow Glen-Dorrance Drive
Sheila Santwani, Realtor & DeveloperSheila Santwani, Realtor & Developer
staircase landing, custom railing, walnut ballister
This is an example of a medium sized rural metal l-shaped metal railing staircase in San Francisco with metal risers.
Coronado Tropical Modern
Coronado Tropical Modern
Christian Rice Architects, Inc.Christian Rice Architects, Inc.
Medium sized world-inspired wood spiral metal railing staircase in San Diego with wood risers.
Victorian Country House
Victorian Country House
Emma Tutill LtdEmma Tutill Ltd
Medium sized traditional carpeted u-shaped wood railing staircase in Essex with carpeted risers and wainscoting.

Medium Sized and Small 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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