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Medium Sized and Small Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Melhorn
Melhorn
Absolute Hardwood Flooring IncAbsolute Hardwood Flooring Inc
Inspiration for a medium sized classic metal curved staircase in Miami with wood risers and feature lighting.
Kvien job
Kvien job
Lee's WoodshopLee's Woodshop
Laura Mast
Photo of a medium sized classic wood straight wood railing staircase in Other with painted wood risers.
Custom Vancouver Contemporary
Custom Vancouver Contemporary
Red Plum Design Inc.Red Plum Design Inc.
Contemporary glass staircase with paneled stairwell walls.
Photo of a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Vancouver with wood risers.
My Home
My Home
Francesca Morgan InteriorsFrancesca Morgan Interiors
Inspiration for a medium sized bohemian wood straight staircase in Miami with tiled risers.
Haus SH in Karlsruhe
Haus SH in Karlsruhe
Thomas Fabrinsky Freier Architekt BDAThomas Fabrinsky Freier Architekt BDA
Stephan Baumann, bild_raum
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Berlin with wood risers and under stair storage.
Stout
Stout
Zaga Design Group IncZaga Design Group Inc
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary wood straight metal railing staircase in Denver with painted wood risers.
Bridgehampton Modern
Bridgehampton Modern
Alexim BuildersAlexim Builders
This is an example of a small farmhouse wood straight staircase in New York with painted wood risers.
Ritchie Rowhouse
Ritchie Rowhouse
CAB ArchitectsCAB Architects
A refrigerator, coat closet, pantry, and pull-out cat litter were cleverly integrated into cabinetry beneath the stair. A decorative screen guardrail was designed to allow light from the second floor skylight to filter through. A brass porthole was utilized to provide access to a concealed litter box.
South Denver Custom Kitchen
South Denver Custom Kitchen
Truss Interiors & RenovationsTruss Interiors & Renovations
Design ideas for a medium sized classic carpeted u-shaped wood railing staircase in Denver with carpeted risers.
Mathis
Mathis
Graf Custom Construction LLCGraf Custom Construction LLC
This is an example of a medium sized rustic wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Other with painted wood risers.
Certified Passive House Residence in Pimmit Hills
Certified Passive House Residence in Pimmit Hills
PH ArchitecturePH Architecture
Bookcases sperate dining room from stairs to lower level
Medium sized farmhouse wood straight staircase in DC Metro with wood risers.
Custom Assorted Windows & Doors
Custom Assorted Windows & Doors
Builders Door & WindowBuilders Door & Window
Photo of a medium sized modern wood straight staircase in Phoenix with open risers.
Jefferson Street Home
Jefferson Street Home
Thompson Fine Home RenovationsThompson Fine Home Renovations
Photo by Audra Brown.
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional carpeted straight staircase in New York with painted wood risers.
Projet République Architectes : Margaux Meza et Carla Lopez
Projet République Architectes : Margaux Meza et Carla Lopez
Transition Interior DesignTransition Interior Design
shootin
Medium sized contemporary curved staircase in Paris.
Case Study: Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina
Case Study: Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina
InsidesignInsidesign
Anthony-Masterson
Design ideas for a medium sized beach style painted wood spiral wood railing staircase in Atlanta with painted wood risers.
Paint
Paint
Kamloops Paint & Window CoveringsKamloops Paint & Window Coverings
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional wood curved staircase in Vancouver with wood risers.
Staircases
Staircases
Daniel J. Olson Construction, Inc.Daniel J. Olson Construction, Inc.
This is an example of a medium sized traditional wood straight staircase in Seattle with wood risers.
Our Work
Our Work
Markus Burkhart ConstructionMarkus Burkhart Construction
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary wood straight wire cable railing staircase in Sacramento with wood risers.
Urban retreat
Urban retreat
EDGE Design LLCEDGE Design LLC
Small contemporary spiral staircase in New York with open risers.
Contemporary Spec Home
Contemporary Spec Home
Gibson Gimpel Interior DesignGibson Gimpel Interior Design
Entry with Custom-Designed Floating Staircase [Photography by Dan Piassick]
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary staircase in Dallas.

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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