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Modern Wood Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Luxurious Brentwood Home
Luxurious Brentwood Home
Regal Construction & Remodeling Inc.Regal Construction & Remodeling Inc.
Design ideas for a large modern wood u-shaped mixed railing staircase in Los Angeles with open risers and feature lighting.
Stainless Cable Railing Wood Staircase Design
Stainless Cable Railing Wood Staircase Design
Demax Staircase&RailingDemax 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.
Hide Out
Hide Out
Realco Creations.comRealco Creations.com
This is an example of a modern wood staircase in Los Angeles with wood risers.
Modern Mission Green Home
Modern Mission Green Home
Lacey Construction Ltd.Lacey Construction Ltd.
Photos by Brice Ferre
Design ideas for a modern wood u-shaped mixed railing staircase in Vancouver with painted wood risers and feature lighting.
Fall Parade 2017 - Edina
Fall Parade 2017 - Edina
David Charlez DesignsDavid 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
Monmouth Street
Monmouth Street
Design Build - CaliforniaDesign Build - California
This is an example of a medium sized modern wood straight glass railing staircase in San Diego with painted wood risers.
28- Park City, Utah
28- Park City, Utah
Magleby ConstructionMagleby Construction
Alan Blakely
Large modern wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Salt Lake City with open risers.
Floating Boxed Zig Zag Staircase
Floating Boxed Zig Zag Staircase
Architech Stairs & RailingsArchitech Stairs & Railings
This natural looking zig zag staircase features a suspended like feeling with the unobstructed view of glass wall panels. Light and organic tones provide a feeling of raw material use and minimalist appreciation.
Montana Modern
Montana Modern
Cushing TerrellCushing Terrell
Inspiration for a medium sized modern wood staircase in Other.
Lake Calhoun Organic Modern
Lake Calhoun Organic Modern
John Kraemer & SonsJohn Kraemer & Sons
Builder: John Kraemer & Sons | Photography: Landmark Photography
Photo of a small modern wood floating staircase in Minneapolis with open risers.
Staircase
Staircase
Johnston Design GroupJohnston Design Group
Kevin Meechan - Meechan Photography
Photo of a medium sized modern wood u-shaped mixed railing staircase in Other with open risers.
BEST FIT SALES
BEST FIT SALES
BEST FIT SALESBEST FIT SALES
This is an example of a medium sized modern wood u-shaped staircase in DC Metro with open risers.
Illuminated stair posts
Illuminated stair posts
Portland Stair CompanyPortland Stair Company
Stair lighting in newels with open treads. Frank DeSantis Photography
This is an example of a large modern wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Portland with open risers.
Elliott Bay House
Elliott Bay House
FINNE ArchitectsFINNE Architects
The stair has steel structure and laser-cut steel railings. The treads are solid oak. The railing design is based on hand-drawn ink brush lines. Photo: Benjamin Benschneider
Modern Sidesplit House
Modern Sidesplit House
Jillian Aimis ArchitectJillian Aimis Architect
Tom Arban
Inspiration for a medium sized modern wood u-shaped staircase in Toronto with open risers.
Lake House
Lake House
Haas Modern Architecture + DesignHaas Modern Architecture + Design
Large modern wood straight staircase in Tampa with open risers.
Moderne Escalier
Moderne Escalier
Design ideas for a medium sized modern wood straight staircase in Dijon with wood risers.
Horizontal railing with wood handrail
Horizontal railing with wood handrail
Capozzoli StairworksCapozzoli Stairworks
Custom painted steel horizontal railing with oak handrail made by Capozzoli Stairworks. Project location: Princeton, NJ. Please contact us at 609-635-1265 or visit our website www.thecapo.us for more information.
Curved Walnut Stair With Curved Glass
Curved Walnut Stair With Curved Glass
Specialized Stair and RailSpecialized Stair and Rail
A solid walnut curved stair transformed this home during renovations. The open rise treads coupled with curved glass railings offer a stylish modern look. This stair features a stainless steel post system with stunning curved glass bent locally in our glass shop. Solid walnut treads show rich character through diverse wood grain. Curved glass held by stainless steel glass clamps makes a beautiful statement. Photography by Jason Ness
Balcones Modern Residence - After
Balcones Modern Residence - After
Studio SteinbomerStudio Steinbomer
View of the 2nd floor stairway and library after construction of a modern renovation and 2nd story addition to the Balcones Modern Residence in Austin, TX. Photo Credit: Coles Hairston

Modern Wood 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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