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Camlet Way
Camlet Way
ND StudiosND Studios
Design ideas for a large contemporary carpeted l-shaped glass railing staircase in London with carpeted risers.
Reeded House
Reeded House
Oliver Leech ArchitectsOliver Leech Architects
Inspiration for a contemporary staircase in London.
Notting Hill Terraced House
Notting Hill Terraced House
Simon Kennedy Architectural PhotographySimon Kennedy Architectural Photography
Design ideas for a medium sized wood curved wood railing staircase in London with wood risers.
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Band Sawn Oak Kitchen, London
Band Sawn Oak Kitchen, London
LukonicLukonic
This is an example of a contemporary staircase in Other.
Carmarthen Place
Carmarthen Place
Renato O'Leary | Breeze Photo StudioRenato O'Leary | Breeze Photo Studio
Hero Shots Kitchen and Staircase materials
This is an example of a scandinavian staircase in London.
Notting Hill Project
Notting Hill Project
JGraham DesignJGraham Design
Design ideas for an industrial staircase in London.
Paddington Stair
Paddington Stair
Sanya Polescuk ArchitectsSanya Polescuk Architects
Scandinavian staircase in London.
House Conversion, Brighton
House Conversion, Brighton
LIFE SIZE ArchitectureLIFE SIZE Architecture
Photo of a scandi staircase in Sussex.
Victorian Family Home
Victorian Family Home
Susan Venn DesignSusan Venn Design
Inspiration for a victorian staircase in Other with a dado rail.
Colourful Georgian Townhouse, Cheltenham
Colourful Georgian Townhouse, Cheltenham
Completion Interior Design & ArchitectureCompletion Interior Design & Architecture
Photo of a traditional straight wood railing staircase in Gloucestershire with wainscoting.
Belsize Park Apartment
Belsize Park Apartment
ALL & NXTHINGALL & NXTHING
Design ideas for a contemporary staircase in London.
The Dulwich House - Staircase
The Dulwich House - Staircase
Fraher & Findlay Architects LtdFraher & Findlay Architects Ltd
The oak staircase was cut and made by our joinery team in our workshop - the handrail is a solid piece of oak winding its way down to the basement. The oak staircase wraps its way around the living spaces in the form of oak panelling to create a ribbon of material to links the spaces together.
Avenue Road
Avenue Road
Pardon Chambers Architects LtdPardon Chambers Architects Ltd
Inspiration for a contemporary staircase in Hertfordshire.
Transitional Staircase
Transitional Staircase
This is an example of a traditional staircase in London.
Guildford- Period home
Guildford- Period home
Slightly Quirky LtdSlightly Quirky Ltd
Inspiration for an eclectic staircase in Surrey.
Ash House
Ash House
R2 Studio ArchitectsR2 Studio Architects
Design ideas for a contemporary staircase in London.
Stainforth Road
Stainforth Road
Studio MilneStudio Milne
Large traditional staircase in London with a dado rail.
Woodford Square
Woodford Square
Juliet Murphy PhotographyJuliet Murphy Photography
Medium sized classic wood curved metal railing staircase spindle in London with brick walls.
H-Smith II
H-Smith II
SuprematiSupremati
Photo of a contemporary curved wood railing staircase in London with limestone treads and limestone risers.

Staircase Ideas and Designs

A beautiful 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 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 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.
Devonshire Mews West
Devonshire Mews West
Woldon ArchitectsWoldon Architects
Inspiration for a contemporary staircase in London.
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