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Scandinavian U-shaped Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Photo of a small scandi wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Saint Petersburg with wood risers.
No. 125 Residence
No. 125 Residence
Atelier SUNAtelier SUN
This is an example of a small scandi wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Toronto with open risers.
Stairwell and overhanging glass floor balcony
Stairwell and overhanging glass floor balcony
UserUser
Entranceway and staircase
Design ideas for a small scandinavian wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in London with wood risers and wood walls.
Nordic Inspired New Build
Nordic Inspired New Build
Seattle Staged to Sell and Design LLCSeattle Staged to Sell and Design LLC
Inspiration for a large scandi wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Seattle with wood risers.
Edificio unifamiliare FG
Edificio unifamiliare FG
BURNAZZI FELTRIN ARCHITETTIBURNAZZI FELTRIN ARCHITETTI
This is an example of a scandinavian wood u-shaped staircase in Other with wood risers.
Cottage Place
Cottage Place
UserUser
Design ideas for a medium sized scandinavian wood u-shaped staircase in Melbourne with wood risers.
PD House
PD House
EXiT architetti associatiEXiT architetti associati
Marco Zanta
Photo of a scandi wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Venice with wood risers.
ひなたの家
ひなたの家
アトリエハコ建築設計事務所アトリエハコ建築設計事務所
個室と反対側の玄関横には、階段。 階段下はトイレとなっています。 トイレは、階段段数をにらみながら設置、また階段蹴込を利用したニッチをつくりました。 デッドスペースのない住宅です。
This is an example of a small scandi wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Tokyo with wood risers and tongue and groove walls.
Lakeside
Lakeside
Signature Innovations LLCSignature Innovations LLC
This sanctuary-like home is light, bright, and airy with a relaxed yet elegant finish. Influenced by Scandinavian décor, the wide plank floor strikes the perfect balance of serenity in the design. Floor: 9-1/2” wide-plank Vintage French Oak Rustic Character Victorian Collection hand scraped pillowed edge color Scandinavian Beige Satin Hardwax Oil. For more information please email us at: sales@signaturehardwoods.com
Brooklyn Brownstone
Brooklyn Brownstone
Jessica Helgerson Interior DesignJessica Helgerson Interior Design
A sculpture by New York artist Julie Thevenot hangs over the staircase.
Design ideas for a scandi u-shaped staircase in Portland.
Ardmion Park
Ardmion Park
LMT HomesLMT Homes
Ryan Theade
Inspiration for a scandinavian u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Other.
Breakwater Scandinavian// Scandinavian Farmhouse
Breakwater Scandinavian// Scandinavian Farmhouse
Younger HomesYounger Homes
Design ideas for a scandi wood u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Austin with painted wood risers.
Terraced House Refit
Terraced House Refit
TG-StudioTG-Studio
TG-Studio tackled the brief to create a light and bright space and make the most of the unusual layout by designing a new central staircase, which links the six half-levels of the building. A minimalist design with glass balustrades and pale wood treads connects the upper three floors consisting of three bedrooms and two bathrooms with the lower floors dedicated to living, cooking and dining. The staircase was designed as a focal point, one you see from every room in the house. It’s clean, angular lines add a sculptural element, set off by the minimalist interior of the house. The use of glass allows natural light to flood the whole house, a feature that was central to the brief of the Norwegian owner. Photography: Philip Vile
PONDS
PONDS
Mika Design Co.Mika Design Co.
Inspiration for a scandi wood u-shaped mixed railing staircase in Other with wood risers and under stair storage.
episode51 「懐かしみ育み愛でる家」
episode51 「懐かしみ育み愛でる家」
（株）Life with Style（株）Life with Style
無垢のチーク、杉、樅の木やパインなどバランスよく使い、北欧を感じさせる落ち着いた空間に　Photo by Hitomi Mese　
This is an example of a scandinavian wood u-shaped staircase in Other with open risers and feature lighting.
Croxted Road - Dulwich
Croxted Road - Dulwich
Chris SnookChris Snook
Photo: Chris Snook © 2014 Houzz
Inspiration for a scandinavian carpeted u-shaped staircase in London with carpeted risers.
Stoney Lake 1
Stoney Lake 1
Lands End Development - Designers & BuildersLands End Development - Designers & Builders
Photo of a medium sized scandi carpeted u-shaped mixed railing staircase in Minneapolis with carpeted risers.
Amazing hardwood staircase with cathedral pine ceilings
Amazing hardwood staircase with cathedral pine ceilings
Finition Sebastien Shink inc.Finition Sebastien Shink inc.
Amazing hardwood staircase with central hardwood stringers and tempered glass and stainless in the railings. Pine plank and pine beam ceilings.
This is an example of a large scandi wood u-shaped mixed railing staircase in Montreal with wood risers.
快適空間ラボラトリー
快適空間ラボラトリー
株式会社みさき建築研究所株式会社みさき建築研究所
写真提供：旭化成建材株式会社　快適空間研究所 撮影：Kenji MASUNAGA
Photo of a medium sized scandinavian wood u-shaped mixed railing staircase in Other with wood risers.
aménagement sous escalier
aménagement sous escalier
Thedition - Nicolas BaleydierThedition - Nicolas Baleydier
transformation d'un escalier classique en bois et aménagement de l'espace sous escalier en bureau contemporain. Création d'une bibliothèques et de nouvelles marches en bas de l'escalier, garde-corps en lames bois verticales en chêne

Scandinavian U-shaped 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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