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This is an example of a medium sized modern wood u-shaped glass railing staircase in Surrey with open risers.

Dexter Modern Wood Cladding Staircase and Glass Railing

Leo Kaz Design Inc.

Wood cladding staircase and glass panels with solid oak continuous handrail connecting all levels of the modern style custom home. The metal structure between the oak sandwich cladding carries all the weight of the stair system while the oak cladding and glass panels guard provide a feeling of light and comfort.

Moore Residence

Hsu McCullough

Centrally located stair cascades into the kitchen which is open to a covered outdoor dining deck and backyard - . Photo by Dan Arnold
Design ideas for a large modern wood l-shaped metal railing staircase in Los Angeles with wood risers.

Floating Boxed Zig Zag Staircase

Architech 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.

Somerville Addition

New England Design & Construction

Beautiful new entry and staircase with pull out storage built in to the staircase to maximize storage. Bench has continuity in to the line of the third stair tread. Photography by OnSite Studios.

Lake House

Haas Modern Architecture + Design

Large modern wood straight staircase in Tampa with open risers.

Balcones Modern Residence - After

Studio 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

Tap House, Canton, Baltimore, MD

GriD architects

Paul Burk Photography
Photo of a medium sized modern concrete straight metal railing staircase in Baltimore with wood risers.

The Beam House

Tano Studio

Inspiration for a medium sized modern wood l-shaped glass railing staircase in Calgary with wood risers.

PROJECTO RIVIERA SANTA CRISTINA XIII

MAX MILLER DESIGN

Photo of a medium sized modern concrete l-shaped wood railing staircase in Miami with concrete risers and panelled walls.

Miami Curved Glass Staircase

Demax Staircase&Railing

Stair Structure: 5/8" thick frameless glass railing Metallic powder coating steel stringer Whitestone treads
Large modern curved glass railing staircase in Miami with marble treads, marble risers, brick walls and a feature wall.

Statement Stair

Meyer Design

Architect: Meyer Design Photos: Jody Kmetz
Large modern wood floating wire cable railing staircase in Chicago with metal risers.

Lemont - Hill Country

PurezaWood

Staircase with custom wide plank flooring and treads.
Inspiration for a medium sized modern wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in Chicago with wood risers.

71_Modern/Neutral Hickory Stairs with Horizontal Balustrade, Bethesda MD 208177

Century Stair Company

Expansive straight lines define this modern staircase, which features natural/blond hues Hickory steps and stringers that match the linear and smooth hand rail. The stairway's horizontal black rails and symmetrically spaced vertical balusters, allow for plenty of natural light to travel throughout the open stairwell and into the adjacent open areas. CSC 1976-2020 © Century Stair Company ® All rights reserved.

Rénovation complète

Aras Concept

Large modern concrete l-shaped staircase in Other with concrete risers.

Sophisticated Simplicity

AMEK Custom Builders

Open floor plan for the main level features this staircase and built-in buffet underneath. Photo by Jim Kruger, LandMark 2018
Photo of a large modern wood wood railing staircase in Minneapolis with painted wood risers.

Jersey Street Residency

Hayasa Flooring Design, Inc

Medium sized modern wood straight staircase in San Francisco with open risers.

Wixom Dover European Oak Floor

Northern Wide Plank Flooring

Inspiration for a modern wood staircase in Ottawa.

Somerville Addition

New England Design & Construction

Beautiful new entry and staircase with pull out storage built in to the staircase to maximize storage. Bench has continuity in to the line of the third stair tread. Photography by OnSite Studios.

Modern Staircase

New Outlooks Construction

This beautifully designed modern staircase will wow all of your guests. The glass staircase will give your guests something to remember! The open risers with hardwood treads really give this space something to love!

Premium 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.

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