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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.
Cable Railing System
Cable Railing System
Patrick Millwork IncPatrick Millwork Inc
Photo of a large modern carpeted u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Boise with carpeted risers.
Snoqualmie
Snoqualmie
BalucoBaluco
Photo of a large modern wood straight wire cable railing staircase in Seattle.
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Paloma Springs lot 1
Paloma Springs lot 1
Goodwin Custom HomesGoodwin Custom Homes
Photo of a medium sized modern wood u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Charlotte with open risers.
Twin Peaks
Twin Peaks
Feldman Architecture, Inc.Feldman Architecture, Inc.
Design ideas for a modern wood u-shaped mixed railing staircase in San Francisco with open risers.
Iron Work
Iron Work
JC Iron Ornamental Work Inc.JC Iron Ornamental Work Inc.
Medium sized modern wood u-shaped glass railing staircase in Miami with painted wood risers.
Lakeside Retreat
Lakeside Retreat
Tielens Construction Inc.Tielens Construction Inc.
Inspiration for a medium sized modern wood l-shaped metal railing staircase in Other with wood risers.
A Step Up!
A Step Up!
Tweak Your SpaceTweak Your Space
Design ideas for a medium sized modern wood l-shaped metal railing staircase in Tampa with wood risers.
Music Box House
Music Box House
Otis Construction Inc.Otis Construction Inc.
Modern wood floating metal railing staircase in Portland with open risers.
Balmain House 1
Balmain House 1
Ballast Point PLBallast Point PL
Murray Fredericks
Inspiration for a modern staircase in Sydney.
Corona Del Mar
Corona Del Mar
McRae Lambert DunnMcRae Lambert Dunn
Design ideas for a medium sized modern wood straight glass railing staircase in Orange County with wood risers.
Structural Stair and Railing Projects
Structural Stair and Railing Projects
Compass IronworksCompass Ironworks
Collaborated with Higbee Builders
Inspiration for a modern staircase in Other.
Copeland Road
Copeland Road
Thomas AlexanderThomas Alexander
Our bespoke staircase was designed meticulously with the joiner and steelwork fabricator. The wrapping Beech Treads and risers and expressed with a shadow gap above the simple plaster finish. The steel balustrade continues to the first floor and is under constant tension from the steel yachting wire. Darry Snow Photography
Maple Bay Upstairs Downstairs
Maple Bay Upstairs Downstairs
McPherson CabinetryMcPherson Cabinetry
Utilizing the normally unused space under the staircase, we have added in pull out for hanging, shoe storage and some nice deep drawners. Photo credit: Kris Harley-Jesson of Creativ Chops
1209 Harbor Drive | Delray Beach, FL | Beach Area Estate
1209 Harbor Drive | Delray Beach, FL | Beach Area Estate
Pascal Liguori & SonPascal Liguori & Son
Staircase
This is an example of a medium sized modern straight metal railing staircase in Other with glass risers and feature lighting.
La casa de bambú
La casa de bambú
Decora y vende. Interiorismo y decoraciónDecora y vende. Interiorismo y decoración
fresneda & zamora
Modern metal l-shaped staircase in Other with metal risers.
Maine Ski Getaway
Maine Ski Getaway
BensonwoodBensonwood
Open-tread stairway with distant views. Full height windows bring natural light to the home's interior spaces, allowing for passive solar gain.
Modern staircase in Other.
Walnut Retreat
Walnut Retreat
TRG Architecture + Interior DesignTRG Architecture + Interior Design
Large modern wood floating glass railing staircase in San Francisco with open risers.
Bamboos
Bamboos
Ricken Desai PhotographyRicken Desai Photography
Ricken Desai
Design ideas for a modern staircase in Hyderabad.

Modern 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.
Hawthorn Hills Residence
Hawthorn Hills Residence
Lambright Design GroupLambright Design Group
The open riser steel and wood custom stair is just off the entry.
Modern wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Seattle with open risers.
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