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Purple L-shaped Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Hyde Park Gardens, London, W2
Hyde Park Gardens, London, W2
Domus NovaDomus Nova
Inside, a beautiful wrought-iron Victorian staircase connects each floor. The stairwell that sits central to the home reminds us that the property is far from ordinary; painted every colour imaginable with vibrant artworks and a Central line tube map print acknowledging its location. http://www.domusnova.com/properties/buy/2060/4-bedroom-flat-westminster-bayswater-hyde-park-gardens-w2-london-for-sale/"> http://www.domusnova.com/properties/buy/2060/4-bedroom-flat-westminster-bayswater-hyde-park-gardens-w2-london-for-sale/
Stainless Lookalike Cable Rail
Stainless Lookalike Cable Rail
Great Lakes Metal FabricationGreat Lakes Metal Fabrication
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary carpeted l-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Detroit with carpeted risers.
Forest Hill Renovation
Forest Hill Renovation
Designtheory Inc.Designtheory Inc.
Valerie Wilcox
Medium sized modern wood l-shaped metal railing staircase in Toronto with wood risers.
Americana Inn Historic Staircase Restoration
Americana Inn Historic Staircase Restoration
NuStairNuStair
Bob and Denise Harter, owners of Lancaster County bed and breakfast located in the town of Ephrata, PA renovated and restored their historic staircase with Nusatir stair caps and premiered risers. The Inn has experienced numerous transformations throughout it’s two hundred and thirty five year history, from a millenery shop, stage coach stop, hotel, restaurant and doctors’ office. It now serves as a Bed and Breakfast with a Brewery attached. This beautiful staircase is front and center upon entry and fits the historic, aged feel of the property to a tee.
Stainless Steel Hand Rail
Stainless Steel Hand Rail
Sion Structural and OrnamentalSion Structural and Ornamental
Photo of a medium sized modern wood l-shaped staircase in Los Angeles with wood risers.
Pine Island Cape
Pine Island Cape
Costello Fine HomesCostello Fine Homes
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional wood l-shaped staircase in Boston with painted wood risers.
Wiletton- Top Floor Addition
Wiletton- Top Floor Addition
Mindful Boutique Builders & Renovators PerthMindful Boutique Builders & Renovators Perth
Photographer: David Ramsey The staircase was designed with space saving in mind, and some clever storage was created at landing height to maximise space. The lighting was designed to illuminate the stairs at nighttime and reduce the risk of tripping.
Gallery
Gallery
Lynden InteriorsLynden Interiors
Inspiration for a medium sized urban wood l-shaped metal railing staircase in Seattle with wood risers.
Our Work
Our Work
A & B Construction & Remodeling LLCA & B Construction & Remodeling LLC
Design ideas for a large wood l-shaped staircase in Other.
Gallery
Gallery
West Coast Stair Co.West Coast Stair Co.
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary l-shaped staircase in Seattle.
Casa Jesús
Casa Jesús
B2V ArquitecturaB2V Arquitectura
Photo of a large contemporary wood l-shaped staircase in Seville.
スピンオフ
スピンオフ
Smart Running　一級建築士事務所Smart Running　一級建築士事務所
商店街に建つ木造3階建て住宅　撮影：平井広行
Inspiration for a medium sized modern metal l-shaped metal railing staircase in Other with metal risers.
Pine Island Cape
Pine Island Cape
Costello Fine HomesCostello Fine Homes
Design ideas for a medium sized classic wood l-shaped staircase in Boston with painted wood risers.

Purple L-shaped 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.
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