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Medium Sized Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Mid-Century Addition
Mid-Century Addition
Studio B DesignsStudio B Designs
Studio B Designs
Photo of a medium sized retro wood l-shaped staircase in Dallas with wood risers.
Reclaimed Stair Risers
Reclaimed Stair Risers
Foundre: MadeFoundre: Made
Jacob Hand
Medium sized bohemian wood l-shaped staircase in Chicago with wood risers.
Hudson Avenue
Hudson Avenue
The Walker Group, Ltd.The Walker Group, Ltd.
Photo of a medium sized classic wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Chicago with painted wood risers and feature lighting.
Washington DC Row-House Renovation
Washington DC Row-House Renovation
Four Brothers Design + BuildFour Brothers Design + Build
Photo of a medium sized classic wood straight staircase in DC Metro with wood risers.
Main Photo Gallery
Main Photo Gallery
UserUser
Custom Fabricated Stair Runner with Cut-Pile Field & Inner Border. The Outer Border is a Wrapped Fabric
This is an example of a medium sized classic wood curved staircase in Chicago.
Stair update to match new flooring
Stair update to match new flooring
Heath StairworksHeath Stairworks
The customer was offered a choice between new material or refinishing their existing railings. They chose to install new material in order to get the best color match and eliminate the white, painted elements.
Beaumaris Development - Mid Century Inspired Architecture
Beaumaris Development - Mid Century Inspired Architecture
UserUser
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary wood straight staircase in Melbourne with wood risers and under stair storage.
Stair Runner Installation
Stair Runner Installation
Imperial Carpet & HomeImperial Carpet & Home
Imperial Carpet and Home has the widest selection of quality broadloom & stair runners and we have provided numerous residential broadloom and & stair runner installation services through GTA area with our professional installer. Our own collection of high quality wool broadloom & stair runners starts from $2.99/sq.fl. Please contact our experienced sales rep for further details.
Guerin Residence
Guerin Residence
Stephen Chung, ArchitectStephen Chung, Architect
Stephen Lee
Photo of a medium sized modern wood straight staircase in Boston with wood risers.
Buck Meadow
Buck Meadow
square three architecture, incsquare three architecture, inc
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary straight staircase in San Francisco with under stair storage.
Interior Iron Rails
Interior Iron Rails
Duke of IronDuke of Iron
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional carpeted curved staircase in New York with open risers.
Bungalow am hang
Bungalow am hang
Bermüller+Niemeyer ArchitekturwerkstattBermüller+Niemeyer Architekturwerkstatt
Photo of a medium sized contemporary metal straight staircase in Nuremberg with open risers.
Appartement PE
Appartement PE
Atelier mepAtelier mep
Atelier MEP
Medium sized contemporary wood l-shaped staircase in Paris with metal risers and under stair storage.
Sisal Stair Runner Landing with Miter
Sisal Stair Runner Landing with Miter
Custom Stair RunnersCustom Stair Runners
By Adam Jarrett
Inspiration for a medium sized nautical carpeted curved staircase in New York with carpeted risers.
Shimano House
Shimano House
studiodonizellistudiodonizelli
Mattia Aquila
Photo of a medium sized contemporary staircase in Milan.
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Our Town PlansOur Town Plans
Our Town Plans
Design ideas for a medium sized classic wood straight staircase in Atlanta with wood risers.
Barnardsville NC
Barnardsville NC
Springtime BuildersSpringtime Builders
Hickory floor transitions milled to allow floating cork floor with minimal protrusion.
This is an example of a medium sized traditional wood straight metal railing staircase in Other with wood risers and feature lighting.
Depot
Depot
Tommy Hein ArchitectsTommy Hein Architects
Design ideas for a medium sized industrial wood straight staircase in Denver with metal risers.
LOFT aux MINIMES - TOULOUSE
LOFT aux MINIMES - TOULOUSE
Architectures Stéphane DELIGNYArchitectures Stéphane DELIGNY
Medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Toulouse with open risers.
Privathaus in Mülheim an der Ruhr
Privathaus in Mülheim an der Ruhr
Koschany + Zimmer Architekten GmbHKoschany + Zimmer Architekten GmbH
Photo of a medium sized contemporary wood straight staircase in Essen with wood risers.

Medium Sized 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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