Metal Railing Staircase with Open Risers Ideas and Designs

緑店モデルＢ

クラシスホーム株式会社

Design ideas for a contemporary wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Nagoya with open risers.

甲陽園の家2 / House in Koyoen 2

藤原・室　建築設計事務所

藤原・室建築設計事務所撮影：矢野紀行(矢野紀行写真事務所)
Design ideas for a contemporary curved metal railing staircase in Osaka with open risers.

Medina Waterfront Residence, Medina WA

Dan Nelson, Designs Northwest Architects

Stair hall with windows looking out to entry. Photography by Lucas Henning.
Design ideas for a large contemporary wood straight metal railing staircase in Seattle with open risers.

Lake House

Red Pencil Architecture

Michael deLeon Photography
Photo of a contemporary wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Denver with open risers.

Fall Parade 2017 - Edina

David Charlez Designs

Upon entering the foyer, the staircase is to the right of the home, and an incredible view through the main level to the back yard. Photos by Space Crafting

378 Beachside Drive

Artisan of Seagrove

Photos by Jack Gardner
Photo of a medium sized contemporary wood floating metal railing staircase in Other with open risers.

Rockingham Residence

Forsite Studio

This is an example of a large modern wood l-shaped metal railing staircase in Austin with open risers.

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Kapsner Homes LLC

Inspiration for a contemporary wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Seattle with open risers.

Thistle Hill Farm

Northworks Architects + Planners

Located upon a 200-acre farm of rolling terrain in western Wisconsin, this new, single-family sustainable residence implements today’s advanced technology within a historic farm setting. The arrangement of volumes, detailing of forms and selection of materials provide a weekend retreat that reflects the agrarian styles of the surrounding area. Open floor plans and expansive views allow a free-flowing living experience connected to the natural environment.

Warm Modern Open Staircase

Zaharias Design

White oak open tread staircase
This is an example of a modern wood metal railing staircase in San Francisco with open risers.

Guggenhill Residence

KA DesignWorks

This is an example of a large contemporary wood floating metal railing staircase in Denver with open risers.

Gregory Creek Residence

Gettliffe Architecture

David Lauer Photography
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Denver with open risers.

Stainless Cable Railing Wood Staircase Design

Demax Staircase&Railing

metal stringer and post with matt black powder coating oak stained tread 4" thickness 3/16" stainless steel cable railing 2"x2" metal post
This is an example of a medium sized modern wood straight metal railing staircase in Other with open risers.

Interior Wood + Metal Stair & Railing Job

Suburban Steel Supply Company

Modern L-Shape wood/metal staircase!
Inspiration for a large traditional wood l-shaped metal railing staircase in Columbus with open risers.

Colorado Drytown Grove

Tiffany Homes

Photo of a medium sized contemporary wood l-shaped metal railing staircase in Denver with open risers.

富士市囲う家

TENアーキテクツ一級建築士事務所　

Design ideas for a world-inspired wood straight metal railing staircase in Other with open risers.

VARM Development, Balboa Island, CA

Crown Jewell Entertainment Systems, Inc.

Bowman Group VARM Rob Montgomery
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary spiral metal railing staircase in Orange County with slate treads and open risers.

Lake Luzerne house

Phinney Design Group

Floating travertine staircase | Scott Bergmann Photography
Contemporary u-shaped metal railing staircase in New York with open risers and travertine treads.

The White Manor

Custom CADD Inc

Inspiration for a large classic wood curved metal railing staircase in Toronto with open risers.

Seabright

David C. Bennett Architects

Inspiration for a traditional wood floating metal railing staircase in Philadelphia with open risers.

Metal Railing Staircase with Open Risers 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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