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Noe Valley Butterfly House
Noe Valley Butterfly House
John Lum Architecture, Inc. AIAJohn Lum Architecture, Inc. AIA
Photos Courtesy of Sharon Risedorph
Photo of a modern wood staircase in San Francisco with wood risers.
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Elad GonenElad Gonen
villa. architect : dror barda (drorbarda.com)
Photo of a modern staircase in Other.
Sugar Bowl Residence - John Maniscalco Architecture
Sugar Bowl Residence - John Maniscalco Architecture
John Maniscalco ArchitectureJohn Maniscalco Architecture
Inspiration for a modern wood staircase in Sacramento.
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Modern Staircase
Modern Staircase
Photo of a modern u-shaped staircase in Melbourne.
Limons acier en "Z", marches chêne 1er choix, rampes et garde-corps vitrés
Limons acier en "Z", marches chêne 1er choix, rampes et garde-corps vitrés
HALLOU ESCALIERS METAL & BOISHALLOU ESCALIERS METAL & BOIS
Limons acier en "Z", marches chêne 1er choix, rampes et garde-corps vitrés, en collaboration avec l'agence LPA - PARIS
Large modern wood curved staircase in Rennes with open risers.
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Modus Design StudioModus Design Studio
Modern wood staircase in Toronto with wood risers.
Glazed staircases
Glazed staircases
RhocoRhoco
Walnut treads and handrails, structural glass, Rhoco apron linings. Secret fixings!
Design ideas for a modern staircase in London.
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Kaplan Wright House LA
Kaplan Wright House LA
David Churchill - Architectural PhotographerDavid Churchill - Architectural Photographer
This is an example of a modern staircase in Los Angeles with under stair storage.
Fairfield House
Fairfield House
Webber + Studio, ArchitectsWebber + Studio, Architects
© Jacob Termansen Photography
Inspiration for a modern wood floating wood railing staircase in Austin with open risers.
Jensen Architects
Jensen Architects
Jensen ArchitectsJensen Architects
Inspiration for a modern wood straight staircase in San Francisco with open risers.
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Jobe Corral ArchitectsJobe Corral Architects
Photos by Casey Woods
This is an example of a large modern wood l-shaped staircase in Austin with metal risers.
Farmhouse at Chattarpur
Farmhouse at Chattarpur
AADITYA HVAC SOLUTIONS PVT. LTD.AADITYA HVAC SOLUTIONS PVT. LTD.
The farmhouse designed by DADA Partners at Chattarpur. HVAC Work done by AADITYA HVAC SOLUTIONS PVT LTD. Photo credits- The Arch Daily
This is an example of a modern straight staircase in Delhi.
Eberhart
Eberhart
John Lum Architecture, Inc. AIAJohn Lum Architecture, Inc. AIA
Design ideas for a modern wood straight staircase in San Francisco with open risers.
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Larkin Street Residence - John Maniscalco Architecture
Larkin Street Residence - John Maniscalco Architecture
John Maniscalco ArchitectureJohn Maniscalco Architecture
Modern u-shaped glass railing staircase in San Francisco.
Photograper - Aviad Bar Ness, architect - Lior Gutkin
Photograper - Aviad Bar Ness, architect - Lior Gutkin
Aviad Bar-NessAviad Bar-Ness
Photograper - Aviad Bar Ness, architect - Lior Gutkin
This is an example of a modern spiral staircase in Tel Aviv with feature lighting.
Custom Staircase
Custom Staircase
See ConstructionSee Construction
Inspiration for a modern staircase in Los Angeles with open risers.
St Georges Hill
St Georges Hill
Elite Metalcraft Co. LtdElite Metalcraft Co. Ltd
Medium sized modern u-shaped staircase in London with open risers.

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.
Stair Detail
Stair Detail
Equinox Architecture Inc. - Jim GelfatEquinox Architecture Inc. - Jim Gelfat
Dave Teel Photography
Modern wood staircase in Los Angeles with wood risers.
Modern Staircase
Modern Staircase
This is an example of a modern staircase in Seattle.
Drucker-Brownstein Residence
Drucker-Brownstein Residence
House + House ArchitectsHouse + House Architects
Photo of a modern staircase in San Francisco with feature lighting.
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