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Rustic Staircase with Under Stair Storage Ideas and Designs

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Moore Designs IncMoore Designs Inc
MDI worked through this client and their architect’s desire for a wine cave within their newly constructed home on Big Cedar Lake. MDI craftsmen fit a brick lined and custom crafted, wood spiral staircase into the cellar from the great room above.
Palo Alto Green Home Tour 2009
Palo Alto Green Home Tour 2009
Tali Hardonag ArchitectTali Hardonag Architect
A trio of bookcases line up against the stair wall. Each one pulls out on rollers to reveal added shelving. Use the space under the stair for storage. Pantry style pull out shelving allows access behind standard depth bookcases. Staging by Karen Salveson, Miss Conception Design Photography by Peter Fox Photography
Chalet Le Moulin
Chalet Le Moulin
ALTIOSAALTIOSA
Aménagement Meuble
Design ideas for a rustic staircase in Other with under stair storage.
Rustic Staircase
Rustic Staircase
Design ideas for a rustic wood straight staircase in Other with wood risers and under stair storage.
Heber City, Ut Lot 417
Heber City, Ut Lot 417
Habitations Residential Design GroupHabitations Residential Design Group
These floating contemporary stairs have a flair for the dramatic.
Rustic wood floating wire cable railing staircase in Salt Lake City with open risers and under stair storage.
woodlands renovation | edgartown
woodlands renovation | edgartown
sullivan + associates architectssullivan + associates architects
Small rustic staircase in Boston with under stair storage.
Silver Lake Guest House
Silver Lake Guest House
Battle Associates, ArchitectsBattle Associates, Architects
Intimate Stair with Hobbit Door . This project was a Guest House for a long time Battle Associates Client. Smaller, smaller, smaller the owners kept saying about the guest cottage right on the water's edge. The result was an intimate, almost diminutive, two bedroom cottage for extended family visitors. White beadboard interiors and natural wood structure keep the house light and airy. The fold-away door to the screen porch allows the space to flow beautifully. Photographer: Nancy Belluscio
Waukesha Lower Level
Waukesha Lower Level
Brillo Home ImprovementsBrillo Home Improvements
Inspiration for a rustic staircase in Milwaukee with under stair storage.
Sugar Bowl Residence - John Maniscalco Architecture
Sugar Bowl Residence - John Maniscalco Architecture
John Maniscalco ArchitectureJohn Maniscalco Architecture
Photo of a rustic wood staircase in Sacramento with open risers and under stair storage.
SPINNERSTOWN STONE HOUSE.
SPINNERSTOWN STONE HOUSE.
Sullivan Building & Design GroupSullivan Building & Design Group
Inspiration for a rustic wood straight glass railing staircase in Philadelphia with wood risers and under stair storage.
Ranch House Rustic - New Construction
Ranch House Rustic - New Construction
Koch ArchitectsKoch Architects
Inspiration for a rustic wood straight wood railing staircase in San Francisco with wood risers and under stair storage.
Kogan Builders
Kogan Builders
Asher Custom HomesAsher Custom Homes
Colorado Mountain Home The Lake House Chris Giles Photography
Inspiration for a rustic wood curved staircase in Albuquerque with wood risers and under stair storage.
Casa e fienile
Casa e fienile
COESO architettura e interniCOESO architettura e interni
Ph. Josef Ruffoni
This is an example of a medium sized rustic wood straight staircase in Other with wood risers and under stair storage.
Creekside Cottage
Creekside Cottage
Amy A. Alper, ArchitectAmy A. Alper, Architect
j. feldman
Rustic staircase in San Francisco with under stair storage.
Wood Island Camp
Wood Island Camp
Winkelman ArchitectureWinkelman Architecture
Jeff Roberts Imaging
This is an example of a small rustic wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in Portland Maine with wood risers and under stair storage.
Eclectic Staircase
Eclectic Staircase
This is an example of a rustic staircase in Portland Maine with under stair storage.

Rustic Staircase with Under Stair Storage Ideas and Designs

A beautiful rustic 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 rustic 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 rustic 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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