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The Arbor House, Custom Build
The Arbor House, Custom Build
Coldwells BuildColdwells Build
Design ideas for a modern staircase in Other.
Osprey Landing
Osprey Landing
Josh Wynne ConstructionJosh Wynne Construction
Ryan Gamma
Design ideas for a large modern wood u-shaped mixed railing staircase in Tampa with open risers.
Modern Living in Downtown Birmingham
Modern Living in Downtown Birmingham
Stalburg DesignStalburg Design
A staircase is so much more than circulation. It provides a space to create dramatic interior architecture, a place for design to carve into, where a staircase can either embrace or stand as its own design piece. In this custom stair and railing design, completed in January 2020, we wanted a grand statement for the two-story foyer. With walls wrapped in a modern wainscoting, the staircase is a sleek combination of black metal balusters and honey stained millwork. Open stair treads of white oak were custom stained to match the engineered wide plank floors. Each riser painted white, to offset and highlight the ascent to a U-shaped loft and hallway above. The black interior doors and white painted walls enhance the subtle color of the wood, and the oversized black metal chandelier lends a classic and modern feel. The staircase is created with several “zones”: from the second story, a panoramic view is offered from the second story loft and surrounding hallway. The full height of the home is revealed and the detail of our black metal pendant can be admired in close view. At the main level, our staircase lands facing the dining room entrance, and is flanked by wall sconces set within the wainscoting. It is a formal landing spot with views to the front entrance as well as the backyard patio and pool. And in the lower level, the open stair system creates continuity and elegance as the staircase ends at the custom home bar and wine storage. The view back up from the bottom reveals a comprehensive open system to delight its family, both young and old!
Modern Masculine Master Bathroom
Modern Masculine Master Bathroom
Melton Design BuildMelton Design Build
Unique custom metal design elements can be found throughout the new spaces (shower, mudroom bench and shelving, and staircase railings and guardrails), and give this home the contemporary feel that the homeowners desired.
Vicky's Homes - Vittorio
Vicky's Homes - Vittorio
ProRail Systems LtdProRail Systems Ltd
This is a beautiful example of a stainless steel post to post system!
Photo of a modern staircase in Edmonton.
Lewis Residence
Lewis Residence
3 Level Design3 Level Design
Staircase and seating area Photo by: BKD Photo
Inspiration for a medium sized modern wood u-shaped staircase in Oklahoma City with wood risers.
Drakes Residence
Drakes Residence
Faust ConstructionFaust Construction
Photos were taken by: Travis Bechtel Photography Architecture by: James Franklin
Design ideas for a modern straight staircase in Kansas City.
Circular, Curved and Spiral Gallery
Circular, Curved and Spiral Gallery
Lake Shore Stair CompanyLake Shore Stair Company
Inspiration for a large modern carpeted curved wood railing staircase in Chicago with carpeted risers.
Our Portfolio
Our Portfolio
Butte West LLCButte West LLC
Design ideas for a medium sized modern wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Other with open risers.
Tap House, Canton, Baltimore, MD
Tap House, Canton, Baltimore, MD
GriD architectsGriD architects
Paul Burk Photography
Inspiration for a medium sized modern concrete l-shaped glass railing staircase in Baltimore with wood risers.
Ravendale
Ravendale
FrankFranco Architects Inc.FrankFranco Architects Inc.
This is an example of a modern wood u-shaped staircase in Toronto with open risers.
Hancock Park Major Remodel
Hancock Park Major Remodel
Bel Crest BuildersBel Crest Builders
This is an example of a medium sized modern wood curved staircase in Los Angeles with wood risers.
Toronto
Toronto
AK DesignAK Design
This is an example of a medium sized modern painted wood straight staircase in Toronto with open risers.
Waterloo Residential
Waterloo Residential
FOI DesignsFOI Designs
Inspiration for a medium sized modern concrete l-shaped glass railing staircase in Toronto with concrete risers.
Open Riser Stairs
Open Riser Stairs
Splash CarpentrySplash Carpentry
Inspiration for a medium sized modern wood floating staircase in Chicago with open risers.
270º Twist
270º Twist
Architech Stairs & RailingsArchitech Stairs & Railings
This 270º twist is quite a centralized showpiece for this small loft style home. Complete with open rise maple treads stained dark and round stainless spindles. The staircase also is designed with a flared bottom and 2 swooping rail returns to the floor. A curved support heel accentuates the look and also gives the stair it's freestanding capability.
Modern Staircase
Modern Staircase
Modern staircase in Edmonton.
Interior Stairs and Handrails
Interior Stairs and Handrails
ProRail Systems LtdProRail Systems Ltd
Design ideas for a modern staircase in Edmonton.
New Foyer/ modern staircase
New Foyer/ modern staircase
Success Floors LLC.Success Floors LLC.
M.Olowski
Inspiration for a medium sized modern wood l-shaped staircase in New York with painted wood risers.
1852 Fort Greene Townhouse
1852 Fort Greene Townhouse
nC2 architecture llcnC2 architecture llc
Full gut renovation and facade restoration of an historic 1850s wood-frame townhouse. The current owners found the building as a decaying, vacant SRO (single room occupancy) dwelling with approximately 9 rooming units. The building has been converted to a two-family house with an owner’s triplex over a garden-level rental. Due to the fact that the very little of the existing structure was serviceable and the change of occupancy necessitated major layout changes, nC2 was able to propose an especially creative and unconventional design for the triplex. This design centers around a continuous 2-run stair which connects the main living space on the parlor level to a family room on the second floor and, finally, to a studio space on the third, thus linking all of the public and semi-public spaces with a single architectural element. This scheme is further enhanced through the use of a wood-slat screen wall which functions as a guardrail for the stair as well as a light-filtering element tying all of the floors together, as well its culmination in a 5’ x 25’ skylight.

Modern Black Staircase Ideas and Designs

A beautiful modern 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 modern 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 modern 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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