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Shabby-Chic Style Staircase Ideas and Designs

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This is an example of a small romantic staircase in London with under stair storage.
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Hatti LoveHatti Love
Design ideas for a romantic staircase in Other.
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Wellingtton Crescent - Ramsgate
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Vintage painted wood u-shaped staircase in London with painted wood risers and feature lighting.
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Argyll House
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Stuart Cox
Inspiration for a medium sized shabby-chic style staircase in Other.
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Artists House Lewes
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Photo: Chris Snook © 2015 Houzz
Inspiration for a vintage staircase in London.
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Raised wall panelling
This is an example of a vintage staircase in Dublin.
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Ian Dunn Woodwork & DesignIan Dunn Woodwork & Design
Inspiration for a romantic staircase in London.
Shabby-chic Style Staircase
Shabby-chic Style Staircase
Inspiration for a small shabby-chic style concrete curved staircase in Cornwall with concrete risers.
The Old Flax Shop
The Old Flax Shop
Lydia RobinsonLydia Robinson
Vintage staircase in Other.
Nightingale
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1st Option1st Option
Photo of a shabby-chic style staircase in London.
Upstairs Downstairs
Upstairs Downstairs
Peter Legge AssociatesPeter Legge Associates
Inspiration for a romantic staircase in Dublin.
Lewes
Lewes
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Steve Hall
Photo of a medium sized shabby-chic style wood wood railing staircase in Sussex with wood risers.
Classic Painted Ash Kitchen, Lonsdale Road SW13
Classic Painted Ash Kitchen, Lonsdale Road SW13
Goldman and RankinGoldman and Rankin
Oak Larder cabinet, with spice racks, and modern vegetable baskets
Inspiration for a large romantic staircase in London.
Log house interior
Log house interior
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Backyard entrance Rafal Kostrzewa
Photo of a vintage staircase in Other.
Wooden Benches & Kitchen Table Set Natural Wood & Warm Grey Paints
Wooden Benches & Kitchen Table Set Natural Wood & Warm Grey Paints
Recover TeamRecover Team
Recover Team
Design ideas for a shabby-chic style staircase in Hertfordshire.
Alta (Sozarri Copper Collection)
Alta (Sozarri Copper Collection)
SOZARRI Fiber ArtSOZARRI Fiber Art
Photo of a vintage staircase in Other.
Langham Road, N15
Langham Road, N15
Central London LoftsCentral London Lofts
Inspiration for a shabby-chic style staircase in London.
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Staircase
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Inspiration for a romantic staircase in Sussex.
Hot forged interior handrail
Hot forged interior handrail
The Blazing BlacksmithThe Blazing Blacksmith
A beautiful, free flowing, hand forged stair handrail. Forged in mild steel with a brushed and waxed finish to show the natural colours of the steel.

Shabby-Chic Style Staircase Ideas and Designs

A beautiful shabby-chic style 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 shabby-chic style 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 shabby-chic style 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.



Whether you want inspiration for planning a shabby-chic style staircase renovation or are building a designer staircase from scratch, Houzz has 60 images from the best designers, decorators, and architects in the country, including Tullyvin Wood Products and Chris Snook. Look through staircase photos in different colours and styles and when you find a shabby-chic style staircase design that inspires you, save it to an Ideabook or contact the Pro who made it happen to see what kind of design ideas they have for your home. Explore the beautiful shabby-chic style staircase ideas photo gallery and find out exactly why Houzz is the best experience for home renovation and design.
Sisal Stair case
Sisal Stair case
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Quality Carpets Direct
This is an example of a shabby-chic style staircase in Cardiff.
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