Medium Sized Traditional Staircase Ideas and Designs

Woodford Square
Woodford Square
Juliet Murphy PhotographyJuliet Murphy Photography
Medium sized classic wood curved metal railing staircase spindle in London with brick walls.
SouthEnd RowHome Stairs
SouthEnd RowHome Stairs
ZeroEnergy DesignZeroEnergy Design
This renovated brick rowhome in Boston’s South End offers a modern aesthetic within a historic structure, creative use of space, exceptional thermal comfort, a reduced carbon footprint, and a passive stream of income. DESIGN PRIORITIES. The goals for the project were clear - design the primary unit to accommodate the family’s modern lifestyle, rework the layout to create a desirable rental unit, improve thermal comfort and introduce a modern aesthetic. We designed the street-level entry as a shared entrance for both the primary and rental unit. The family uses it as their everyday entrance - we planned for bike storage and an open mudroom with bench and shoe storage to facilitate the change from shoes to slippers or bare feet as they enter their home. On the main level, we expanded the kitchen into the dining room to create an eat-in space with generous counter space and storage, as well as a comfortable connection to the living space. The second floor serves as master suite for the couple - a bedroom with a walk-in-closet and ensuite bathroom, and an adjacent study, with refinished original pumpkin pine floors. The upper floor, aside from a guest bedroom, is the child's domain with interconnected spaces for sleeping, work and play. In the play space, which can be separated from the work space with new translucent sliding doors, we incorporated recreational features inspired by adventurous and competitive television shows, at their son’s request. MODERN MEETS TRADITIONAL. We left the historic front facade of the building largely unchanged - the security bars were removed from the windows and the single pane windows were replaced with higher performing historic replicas. We designed the interior and rear facade with a vision of warm modernism, weaving in the notable period features. Each element was either restored or reinterpreted to blend with the modern aesthetic. The detailed ceiling in the living space, for example, has a new matte monochromatic finish, and the wood stairs are covered in a dark grey floor paint, whereas the mahogany doors were simply refinished. New wide plank wood flooring with a neutral finish, floor-to-ceiling casework, and bold splashes of color in wall paint and tile, and oversized high-performance windows (on the rear facade) round out the modern aesthetic. RENTAL INCOME. The existing rowhome was zoned for a 2-family dwelling but included an undesirable, single-floor studio apartment at the garden level with low ceiling heights and questionable emergency egress. In order to increase the quality and quantity of space in the rental unit, we reimagined it as a two-floor, 1 or 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment with a modern aesthetic, increased ceiling height on the lowest level and provided an in-unit washer/dryer. The apartment was listed with Jackie O'Connor Real Estate and rented immediately, providing the owners with a source of passive income. ENCLOSURE WITH BENEFITS. The homeowners sought a minimal carbon footprint, enabled by their urban location and lifestyle decisions, paired with the benefits of a high-performance home. The extent of the renovation allowed us to implement a deep energy retrofit (DER) to address air tightness, insulation, and high-performance windows. The historic front facade is insulated from the interior, while the rear facade is insulated on the exterior. Together with these building enclosure improvements, we designed an HVAC system comprised of continuous fresh air ventilation, and an efficient, all-electric heating and cooling system to decouple the house from natural gas. This strategy provides optimal thermal comfort and indoor air quality, improved acoustic isolation from street noise and neighbors, as well as a further reduced carbon footprint. We also took measures to prepare the roof for future solar panels, for when the South End neighborhood’s aging electrical infrastructure is upgraded to allow them. URBAN LIVING. The desirable neighborhood location allows the both the homeowners and tenant to walk, bike, and use public transportation to access the city, while each charging their respective plug-in electric cars behind the building to travel greater distances. OVERALL. The understated rowhouse is now ready for another century of urban living, offering the owners comfort and convenience as they live life as an expression of their values. Eric Roth Photo
Southern Living Idea House
Southern Living Idea House
Providence DesignProvidence Design
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in Little Rock with painted wood risers.
Hardwood Floor Stair Cases
Hardwood Floor Stair Cases
Emperial Hardwood FlooringEmperial Hardwood Flooring
Medium sized classic wood l-shaped mixed railing staircase in Atlanta with painted wood risers.
Inspired By Artwork - Stairway
Inspired By Artwork - Stairway
Allard + Roberts Interior Design, IncAllard + Roberts Interior Design, Inc
The staircase once housed a traditional railing with twisted iron pickets. During the renovation, the skirt board was painted in the new wall color, and railings replaced in gunmetal gray steel with a stained wood cap. The end result is an aesthetic more in keeping with the homeowner's collection of contemporary artwork mixed with antiques.
Whole Home Interior & Exterior Project
Whole Home Interior & Exterior Project
360 Painting of Frankfort360 Painting of Frankfort
Design ideas for a medium sized classic wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Chicago with painted wood risers.
New Construction, Transitional Interior
New Construction, Transitional Interior
Georgio HomeGeorgio Home
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional wood l-shaped staircase in New York with painted wood risers.
Old Bridge, NJ - Custom Stair Runner
Old Bridge, NJ - Custom Stair Runner
G. Fried Carpet & DesignG. Fried Carpet & Design
Custom Stair Runner in Old Bridge, NJ by G. Fried Carpet & Design in Paramus, NJ. Photo Credit: Ivan Bader
This is an example of a medium sized classic carpeted l-shaped wood railing staircase in New York with carpeted risers.
Cape Cod Coastal
Cape Cod Coastal
The Red Shutters - Marina CaseThe Red Shutters - Marina Case
Design ideas for a medium sized classic wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in New York with painted wood risers.
23_Craftsman Style Stairs, Fairfax VA 22030
23_Craftsman Style Stairs, Fairfax VA 22030
Century Stair CompanyCentury Stair Company
This multistory stair definitely embraces nature and simplicity; we had the opportunity to design, build and install these rectangular wood treads, newels, balusters and handrails system, to help create beautiful horizontal lines for a more natural open flow throughout the home.CSC 1976-2020 © Century Stair Company ® All rights reserved.
Urban Lake Cottage
Urban Lake Cottage
Hagstrom BuilderHagstrom Builder
Corey Gaffer Photography
Medium sized traditional wood l-shaped mixed railing staircase in Minneapolis with painted wood risers.
Basement staircase
Basement staircase
The Stone Masonry Company LimitedThe Stone Masonry Company Limited
Stone staircase leading to basement. open treads portland limestone.
Design ideas for a medium sized classic straight staircase in London.
Chestnut Hill Residence & Studio Office
Chestnut Hill Residence & Studio Office
MANDARINA STUDIO interior designMANDARINA STUDIO interior design
Ben Gebo
Photo of a medium sized classic wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in Boston with painted wood risers.
Savannah Full Home Remodel
Savannah Full Home Remodel
Terri Becker DesignsTerri Becker Designs
This large full home remodel had every single surface of the home changed from builder grade boring to colorful and modern. The staircase was completely remodeled and changed from traditional bolster style to clean and modern linear. New carpet and luxury vinyl flooring complete the clean look.
Modern Craftsman | Santa Clara | Beechwood
Modern Craftsman | Santa Clara | Beechwood
Brad Cox, Architect, Inc.Brad Cox, Architect, Inc.
This staircase runs along the rear exterior of the house down to the finished basement.
This is an example of a medium sized traditional concrete straight metal railing staircase in San Francisco with concrete 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.
Missoni Carpet and Rugs
Missoni Carpet and Rugs
Hemphill's Rugs & CarpetsHemphill's Rugs & Carpets
Missoni Arianna New Zealand wool carpet installed for a client in Newport Beach.
Photo of a medium sized traditional carpeted straight metal railing staircase in Orange County with carpeted risers.
Milton Transitional Home Renovation
Milton Transitional Home Renovation
Design Plus Construction Corp.Design Plus Construction Corp.
Medium sized traditional wood l-shaped mixed railing staircase in Boston with painted wood risers.
Timeless Custom Home Design
Timeless Custom Home Design
Karen Spiritoso Designs LLCKaren Spiritoso Designs LLC
Photo of a medium sized traditional wood straight wood railing staircase in Dallas.
Pond House Interior Stair
Pond House Interior Stair
UserUser
Pond House interior stairwell with Craftsman detailing and hardwood floors. Gridley Graves
Inspiration for a medium sized classic wood straight wood railing staircase in Atlanta with painted wood risers.

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