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Midcentury Staircase with Wood Walls Ideas and Designs

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Wine Bar
Wine Bar
Lisa & LeroyLisa & Leroy
Making the most of tiny spaces is our specialty. The precious real estate under the stairs was turned into a custom wine bar.
This is an example of a small retro metal railing staircase in DC Metro with wood risers and wood walls.
Golden Valley Mid-Century Modern
Golden Valley Mid-Century Modern
Strand DesignStrand Design
Photo of a midcentury wood mixed railing staircase in Minneapolis with open risers and wood walls.
Chevy Chase - Mid Century
Chevy Chase - Mid Century
Teass \ Warren ArchitectsTeass \ Warren Architects
Inspiration for a medium sized retro wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in DC Metro with wood risers and wood walls.
Entry and stair.
Entry and stair.
BREWSTER Design / Build LLCBREWSTER Design / Build LLC
Floating glu-lam treads supported by 2x2 pickets. The space is intentionally left open underneath to showcase the on-demand hot water system.
This is an example of a large retro wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Seattle with open risers and wood walls.
1950's House Refurb
1950's House Refurb
Born Designers LtdBorn Designers Ltd
Photo of a medium sized midcentury straight wood railing staircase in Sussex with wood walls.
Ruxton Basement
Ruxton Basement
Bearded Builders, BaltimoreBearded Builders, Baltimore
Photo of a large midcentury staircase in Baltimore with wood walls.
Mid Century Modern Contemporary design
Mid Century Modern Contemporary design
Cabinets and Beyond Design StudioCabinets and Beyond Design Studio
Mid Century Modern Contemporary design. White quartersawn veneer oak cabinets and white paint Crystal Cabinets
Photo of an expansive retro wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in San Francisco with wood risers and wood walls.
Simple Sophistication
Simple Sophistication
Mom's Design BuildMom's Design Build
Design ideas for a medium sized midcentury wood straight wire cable railing staircase in Minneapolis with wood risers and wood walls.
Midcentury Revival
Midcentury Revival
Rehkamp Larson Architects, Inc.Rehkamp Larson Architects, Inc.
Contractor: Reuter Walton Interior Design: Talla Skogmo Photography: Alyssa Lee
Photo of a retro straight metal railing staircase in Minneapolis with wood walls.
Carr Mid-Century Modern Rennovation
Carr Mid-Century Modern Rennovation
To the T Construction, LLCTo the T Construction, LLC
Design ideas for a medium sized midcentury straight staircase in Chicago with wood walls.
YEG Acreage
YEG Acreage
LCF Flooring Ltd.LCF Flooring Ltd.
Mid-century modern 2nd floor staircase opening with beautiful wood-stained feature wall. Glass railings, vinyl plank flooring.
Inspiration for a large midcentury carpeted glass railing staircase in Edmonton with open risers and wood walls.
Chevy Chase - Mid Century
Chevy Chase - Mid Century
Teass \ Warren ArchitectsTeass \ Warren Architects
This is an example of a medium sized retro wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in DC Metro with wood risers and wood walls.
Wine Bar
Wine Bar
Lisa & LeroyLisa & Leroy
Making the most of tiny spaces is our specialty. The precious real estate under the stairs was turned into a custom wine bar.
This is an example of a small midcentury metal railing staircase in DC Metro with wood risers and wood walls.
Golden Valley Mid-Century Modern
Golden Valley Mid-Century Modern
Strand DesignStrand Design
Design ideas for a midcentury wood mixed railing staircase in Minneapolis with open risers and wood walls.
Basement Suite in Ruxton
Basement Suite in Ruxton
Bearded Builders, BaltimoreBearded Builders, Baltimore
Completely finished walk-out basement suite complete with kitchenette/bar, bathroom and entertainment area.
Photo of a medium sized retro staircase in Baltimore with wood walls.
Midcentury Revival
Midcentury Revival
Rehkamp Larson Architects, Inc.Rehkamp Larson Architects, Inc.
Contractor: Reuter Walton Interior Design: Talla Skogmo Photography: Alyssa Lee
Inspiration for a retro wood straight metal railing staircase in Minneapolis with wood risers and wood walls.
Simple Sophistication
Simple Sophistication
Mom's Design BuildMom's Design Build
This is an example of a medium sized midcentury wood l-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Minneapolis with wood risers and wood walls.
Upper floor stair hall.
Upper floor stair hall.
BREWSTER Design / Build LLCBREWSTER Design / Build LLC
Open pickets become the structural stair support.
Medium sized midcentury wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Seattle with open risers and wood walls.
Stair and entry hall.
Stair and entry hall.
BREWSTER Design / Build LLCBREWSTER Design / Build LLC
Open pickets become the structural stair support.
Medium sized midcentury wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Seattle with open risers and wood walls.
Upper floor stair hall.
Upper floor stair hall.
BREWSTER Design / Build LLCBREWSTER Design / Build LLC
Open pickets become the structural stair support.
Inspiration for a medium sized midcentury wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Seattle with open risers and wood walls.

Midcentury Staircase with Wood Walls Ideas and Designs

A beautiful midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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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