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Medium Sized Contemporary Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Kitchen, hardwood & Stair Build Project
Kitchen, hardwood & Stair Build Project
IntegriMark Inc.IntegriMark Inc.
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Toronto with wood risers.
Bringing Light to a Penthouse
Bringing Light to a Penthouse
Wiedemann Architects LLCWiedemann Architects LLC
To create a more open plan, our solution was to replace the current enclosed stair with an open, glass stair and to create a proper dining space where the third bedroom used to be. This allows the light from the large living room windows to cascade down the length of the apartment brightening the front entry. The Venetian plaster wall anchors the new stair case and LED lights illuminate each glass tread. Photography: Anice Hoachlander, Hopachlander Davis Photography
Riverdale Dormer House
Riverdale Dormer House
post architecture incpost architecture inc
interior design by Tanya Yeung at Analogue Design Studio ; millwork by John Ozimec at Laneway Studio ; landscaping by Living Space Landscape ; art consulting by Mazarfox ; construction by C4 Construction ; photography by Arnaud Marthouret at Revelateur Studio
Mills Road
Mills Road
Kitchens By Design AustraliaKitchens By Design Australia
Milbrook Homes
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary wood straight staircase in Sydney with open risers.
Spyglass Road
Spyglass Road
Floortrends LtdFloortrends Ltd
The carpet flows from the bedroom down the stairs.
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary carpeted l-shaped staircase in Toronto with carpeted risers.
16th Century Cotswold Cottage
16th Century Cotswold Cottage
Janey Butler InteriorsJaney Butler Interiors
Renovation of a pretty 16th century cotswold cottage in a picturesque conservation village. The cottage comprised of small rooms all with open stone walls, which made the interior extremely dark and dated. With severe damp issues and having been empty for a number of years the pretty cottage in its idylic setting was crying out for some TLC. The whole interior was gutted, and rooms were knocked through to create larger more open plan interior spaces. Wonderful old fireplaces were revealed which had once been covered over. A fresh, new, light interior scheme was created, with gorgeous farrow and ball colour schemes. Making features of the beautiful stone fireplaces and leaving some exposed stone was important, but allowing stone elements to become features rather than the dominate the interior like it did beforehand. Gorgeous natural colours and materials were used to create a contemporary yet pretty, cottage style interior. A new shaker style hand made and hand painted kitchen & utility with integral appliances and lots of storage. A new handmade oak and glass staircase replaced a 60's alluminium spiral staircase and new hardwood painted windows replaced 60's alluminium windows. John Cullen lighting through out. A now pretty, naturally light, inviting home for our clients to enjoy.
Deatails
Deatails
7Designs+Development7Designs+Development
Medium sized contemporary carpeted l-shaped mixed railing staircase in Orange County with carpeted risers.
Atwater Village urban development
Atwater Village urban development
Modiano DesignModiano Design
Photo of a medium sized contemporary carpeted l-shaped staircase in Los Angeles with carpeted risers.
Staircase and handrail
Staircase and handrail
SS Metal Fabricators, Inc.SS Metal Fabricators, Inc.
Photo of a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Orange County with open risers.
Otonabee, North York
Otonabee, North York
Upside DevelopmentUpside Development
Toronto’s Upside Development completed this contemporary new construction in Otonabee, North York.
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped glass railing staircase in Toronto with open risers.
Raumspartreppe Frankfurt
Raumspartreppe Frankfurt
Treppen und Bauelemente Schmidt GmbHTreppen und Bauelemente Schmidt GmbH
Holzstufen Eiche Natur, geölt mit weißem Mittelholm und weißem Stahl-Bügelgeländer, 33 mm. Brüstungsgeländer Glas ESG 8 mm klar, Klemmhalter weiß.
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary wood straight staircase in Other with open risers.
Vine Street, Kent
Vine Street, Kent
Paino Associates, Architects & BuildersPaino Associates, Architects & Builders
Sustainable bamboo staircase leading to lower level bedrooms. Four inch built in shelf provides usable display space.
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Cleveland with wood risers.
Ardoch St
Ardoch St
Frameless ImpressionsFrameless Impressions
Frameless glass staircase balustrade by Frameless Impressions
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary wood straight staircase in Melbourne with wood risers.
Custom River House
Custom River House
Selle Valley Construction, Inc.Selle Valley Construction, Inc.
This shot beautifully captures all of the different materials used in the staircase from the entry way to the upper floors and guest quarters. The steps are made of kiln dried fir beams from the Oregon Coast, each beam was a free of heart center cut. The railing was built in place to make it look as though it was all on continuous piece. The steps to the third floor office in the top left of the picture are floating and held in place with metal support in the grinder finish. The flooring in the entry way is 2'x3' tiles of Pennsylvania Bluestone. In the bottom left hand corner is a reclaimed sliding barn door that leads to the laundry room, made in a patchwork pattern by local artist, Rob Payne. Photography by Marie-Dominique Verdier
Schwarz auf Weiß
Schwarz auf Weiß
Fabi Architekten BDA part gmbbFabi Architekten BDA part gmbb
Fotograf: Herbert Stolz
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary wood floating staircase in Other.
MH 2
MH 2
Signature Custom HomesSignature Custom Homes
Here we have a contemporary home in Monterey Heights that is perfect for entertaining on the main and lower level. The vaulted ceilings on the main floor offer space and that open feeling floor plan. Skylights and large windows are offered for natural light throughout the house. The cedar insets on the exterior and the concrete walls are touches we hope you don't miss. As always we put care into our Signature Stair System; floating wood treads with a wrought iron railing detail. Photography: Nazim Nice
West Vail New Home
West Vail New Home
Cohen Construction Inc.Cohen Construction Inc.
Stovall Studio
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary wood straight staircase in Denver with wood risers.
Marks Residence
Marks Residence
I-Beam DesignI-Beam Design
Travis Dubreuil and Thomas Loof
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary wood l-shaped staircase in New York.
Heather Street
Heather Street
Frits de Vries Architect Ltd.Frits de Vries Architect Ltd.
Photography: Lucas Finlay
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary wood l-shaped staircase in Vancouver with open risers.
La Jolla Contemporary
La Jolla Contemporary
Streamline DevelopmentStreamline Development
Medium sized contemporary tiled u-shaped glass railing staircase in San Diego with tiled risers.

Medium Sized Contemporary Staircase Ideas and Designs

A beautiful contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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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