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Scandinavian Floating Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Modern Shacks
Dichotomy InteriorsDichotomy Interiors
photo by Deborah Degraffenreid
Scandinavian wood floating wire cable railing staircase in New York with open risers.
Aménagement cage d'escalier
Aménagement cage d'escalier
O2 Concept ArchitectureO2 Concept Architecture
Rachel Rousseau
Design ideas for a medium sized scandinavian wood floating staircase in Rennes with open risers.
Mount Pleasant House - Staircase
Mount Pleasant House - Staircase
Roundabout Studio Inc.Roundabout Studio Inc.
Design ideas for a medium sized scandi wood floating staircase in Toronto with open risers.
千葉市_星久喜の住まい
千葉市_星久喜の住まい
タイラヤスヒロ建築設計事務所タイラヤスヒロ建築設計事務所
Photo of a small scandinavian wood floating wood railing staircase in Other with wood risers and wallpapered walls.
Home for a Collector
Home for a Collector
Swiatocha Architecture + DesignSwiatocha Architecture + Design
Design ideas for a medium sized scandinavian wood floating wood railing staircase in Philadelphia with open risers.
Mariner's Haven
Mariner's Haven
Jillian Aimis ArchitectJillian Aimis Architect
Sergio Sabag
Design ideas for a medium sized scandi wood floating staircase in Toronto with open risers.
Scandinavo Scale
Scandinavo Scale
Scandi wood floating staircase in Milan with open risers.
美崎町の家
美崎町の家
ALTS DESIGN OFFICE (アルツ デザイン オフィス)ALTS DESIGN OFFICE (アルツ デザイン オフィス)
Small scandi wood floating metal railing staircase in Other with wood risers and wallpapered walls.
豊川市　蔵子の家
豊川市　蔵子の家
株式会社kotori株式会社kotori
リビング横に設けた階段はスチールで製作されたスケルトンタイプとしました。ディテールにこだわりシャープに仕上げることでシンプルな大空間のなかでも馴染み、また階段下をオープンとすることで階段下のスペースも有効利用できます。
Photo of a large scandi wood floating mixed railing staircase in Other with open risers.
Seatoun House
Seatoun House
Stylecraft StairwaysStylecraft Stairways
This modern Victorian Ash stair floats off the concrete block feature wall using a hidden steel support structure.
Large scandinavian wood floating staircase in Wellington with open risers.
Sandown Rd
Sandown Rd
Aesir Construction LimitedAesir Construction Limited
Design ideas for a large scandi wood floating mixed railing staircase spindle in Kent with open risers.
Open plan hallway - West Middlands
Open plan hallway - West Middlands
ENKI TALLER Interior Design Made in BarcelonaENKI TALLER Interior Design Made in Barcelona
This is an example of a large scandinavian wood floating metal railing staircase in Barcelona with wood risers.
Mount Pleasant House - Staircase
Mount Pleasant House - Staircase
Roundabout Studio Inc.Roundabout Studio Inc.
This is an example of a medium sized scandi wood floating metal railing staircase in Toronto with open risers.
Our Dream Home Project (with Ben Crawford)
Our Dream Home Project (with Ben Crawford)
Stylecraft StairwaysStylecraft Stairways
These floating style stairs blend perfectly with this home's Scandinavian themed decor & design. The light, blonded American Ash treads help to keep the stair looking light and airy in a compact entryway. LED lighting strips have been fitted to each tread to make the stair glow! A frameless glass balustrade with square stainless steel hardware was selected to continue the light open look of the stairs & surrounding spaces.
Escalera metálica de huella alterna
Escalera metálica de huella alterna
POVEDA StudioPOVEDA Studio
Esta escalera, concebida como elemento escultórico de chapa de hierro plegada, la diseñamos especialmente para este espacio porque iba a estar en muy visible. Pero jugamos con una huella alterna para reducir el espacio de ocupación ya que el loft no era muy grande. Como resultado, este elemento funcional y artístico lacado insitu.
Sandown Rd
Sandown Rd
Aesir Construction LimitedAesir Construction Limited
Inspiration for a large scandinavian wood floating mixed railing staircase spindle in Kent with open risers.
塩浜の家
塩浜の家
おかやま設計室..おかやま設計室..
Inspiration for a small scandinavian wood floating wood railing staircase in Other with open risers, wallpapered walls and under stair storage.
Theed Street
Theed Street
MTA Architecture & DesignMTA Architecture & Design
Photo of a scandi wood floating staircase in London with open risers.
Escalera de diseño
Escalera de diseño
Emmme StudioEmmme Studio
Escalera con cajones de almacenaje, diseñada a medida , metálica y con peldaños flotantes de madera. emmme studio
Design ideas for a medium sized scandi wood floating metal railing staircase in Malaga.
Mariner's Haven
Mariner's Haven
Jillian Aimis ArchitectJillian Aimis Architect
Sergio Sabag
Inspiration for a medium sized scandinavian wood floating staircase in Toronto with open risers.

Scandinavian Floating Staircase Ideas and Designs

A beautiful Scandinavian 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 Scandinavian 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 Scandinavian 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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