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Extravagance on the River
Extravagance on the River
Baine Contracting, Inc.Baine Contracting, Inc.
Beautiful craftsmanship brings this staircase to the next level.
Inspiration for a large vintage wood u-shaped staircase in New York with wood risers.
Duplex dans un Château Rochelais
Duplex dans un Château Rochelais
Stanislas LedouxStanislas Ledoux
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Inspiration for a vintage staircase in Nantes.
Residential Staircase, Entry & Hallway Wallcovering
Residential Staircase, Entry & Hallway Wallcovering
Precision Wallcovering and PaintingPrecision Wallcovering and Painting
York Onyx Wallcovering
This is an example of a vintage staircase in Orange County with wallpapered walls.
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やさしく光を取り込む
やさしく光を取り込む
株式会社いそざきや株式会社いそざきや
This is an example of a large vintage staircase in Other with wallpapered walls.
能登川の家リノベーション
能登川の家リノベーション
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)
Design ideas for a shabby-chic style staircase in Other.
A glass backsplash with a color splash!
A glass backsplash with a color splash!
Italo CéramiqueItalo Céramique
This beautiful and unique glass mosaic tile brings a touch of color to any tone-based room! The mix of color, mother-of-pearl effect and its subtle intricacy will surely catch the everyone's attention!
Hs House
Hs House
Coroniti Design RoomCoroniti Design Room
Photo of a shabby-chic style staircase in Nagoya.
New Edwardian house.
New Edwardian house.
The Stone Masonry Company LimitedThe Stone Masonry Company Limited
This is an example of a small vintage staircase in London.
Narrow House
Narrow House
Groninger Custom Homes featuring Kg3d Home DesignsGroninger Custom Homes featuring Kg3d Home Designs
Design ideas for a vintage staircase in Orlando.
Lovell House
Lovell House
Chris Dyson ArchitectsChris Dyson Architects
Peter Landers
Design ideas for a shabby-chic style staircase in London.
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.
29_Beautiful Oak & White Staircase in Inviting and Quaint Home, Arlington VA 222
29_Beautiful Oak & White Staircase in Inviting and Quaint Home, Arlington VA 222
Century Stair CompanyCentury Stair Company
This particular straight staircase is full or architectural details; properly spaced square balusters and simple/elegant square newels make a dramatic impact in this completely four-levels-renovated home in the heart of Arlington. Oak treads and handrails match the gorgeous hardwood floors, and the white vertical balusters not only match the lovely trim throughout, but also amplify the look of the space.CSC 1976-2020 © Century Stair Company ® All rights reserved.
Single Story Home Remodel
Single Story Home Remodel
KWM DesignsKWM Designs
Karen Wolf Morrison
Shabby-chic style staircase in Chicago.
MAC Building Solutions - Caistor Rd
MAC Building Solutions - Caistor Rd
MAC Building Solutions LtdMAC Building Solutions Ltd
Romantic staircase in London.
Spiral Staircase
Spiral Staircase
Smith Design and ManufacturingSmith Design and Manufacturing
Vintage wood spiral staircase in Dallas with wood risers.
Transitional Century Home
Transitional Century Home
A-1 Flooring CanadaA-1 Flooring Canada
Inspiration for a shabby-chic style staircase in Toronto with feature lighting.
Casa Nicoletta
Casa Nicoletta
ADA LabADA Lab
Roberto Zorzettig
Shabby-chic style staircase in Turin.
la belle époque
la belle époque
RénowRénow
Photo of a vintage staircase in Lyon.
Dalton House Plan 3462
Dalton House Plan 3462
Elite Design GroupElite Design Group
Design ideas for a romantic staircase in Richmond.

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.

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.
53_Old Fashioned Charm and Modern Chic Staircases, McLean VA 22101
53_Old Fashioned Charm and Modern Chic Staircases, McLean VA 22101
Century Stair CompanyCentury Stair Company
We had the opportunity to help create, lay out, cut and install several beautifully architecturally designed oak staircases for this thoughtfully planned new home. Gleaming oak treads, stunning wooden newels, and floating/sophisticated white oak handrail systems, help define the seamless blend of the strong farmhouse home’s character with the amenity-rich modern living spaces throughout the home. CSC © 1976-2020 Century Stair Company. All rights reserved.
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