Small Contemporary Staircase Ideas and Designs

++++ english version below ++++ texte français ci-après ++++ Leicht, hell und schlicht ist der Eindruck, den die weiße HPL-Treppe vermittelt. Die Ästhetik resultiert aus wohlüberlegten Details. Die eckige Gestaltung des Treppenauges sowie die Betonung von Parallelität in der Linienführung sind die Gründe für die überaus harmonische Wirkung. Der Verzicht auf Setzstufen bedingt ein weiteres Highlight: Die vom Dachfenster kommenden Lichtstrahlen treffen auf die helle Treppen-Oberfläche und sorgen für faszinierende Reflektionen. Der Zauber des Lichtspiels vereint den praktischen Nutzen des Produktes mit einem spannenden optischen Effekt über alle Etagen hinweg. Hokon/Masukowitz ++++ Design: The stair leaves an impression of lightweight, brightness und simplicity. Its easthetics results from deliberate details . The angled design of the stair well and parallelism of the allignment are the reasons for the harmonious effect. The absence of step risers causes another highlight, the light shining in from the roof is reflected from the steps and illuminates the stairway. This illumination does even beat the practical need of this product and makes it a centerpiece of the interior. ++++ La conception: luminosité, clarté et simplicité définissent l‘impression laissée par cet escalier en HPL blanc. L’esthétique résulte de détails bien pensés. La conception angulaire de la cage d‘escalier et l’accent mis sur le parallélisme dans les lignes donnent à l’ensemble un effet des plus harmonieux. L’absence de contremarches donne un autre point fort: La lumière provenant du vasistas brille sur la surface de l’escalier clair et des réflexions fascinantes apparaissent. La magie de la lumière permet l’utilisation pratique du produit tout en donnant un effet visuel saisissant sur tous les étages.

28ft Custom Loft Edition

MINT Tiny House Company

James Alfred Photography
Design ideas for a small contemporary wood straight staircase in Vancouver with wood risers.

Raised Ranch Stair Railing

US Glass Fence LLC

Q-Railing stainless steel and glass balustrade for raised ranch style house. Includes top handrail and clear tempered glass panels.
Photo of a small contemporary staircase in New York.

Renovated cottage

Colour Counsel

To create a seamless look to the open staircase, the stairs were painted in white semi-gloss. Jill Barker
This is an example of a small contemporary painted wood curved wood railing staircase in Wollongong with painted wood risers.

Belmont basement conversion

N Sabella Inc

The wall was cut out to create an open view from the railing. The stairs lead to the first floor of the home.
Design ideas for a small contemporary staircase in Boston.

Immeuble M

Atelier Ferret Architectures

Photo of a small contemporary painted wood curved staircase in Bordeaux with open risers.

Making the most out of a small narrow space

Moneca Kaiser Design Build (MKDB)

Small contemporary wood l-shaped staircase in Ottawa with wood risers.

Pattern Cottage

Kitty Lee Architecture

Design ideas for a small contemporary carpeted l-shaped metal railing staircase in Sydney with carpeted risers.

The Right House v2.0

Harry Hunt Architects

Photography - Jim Westphalen
Small contemporary wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Other with open risers.

Newport Beach Residence

RRM Design Group

Smith Group
Inspiration for a small contemporary wood straight glass railing staircase in Orange County with open risers.

DEG apt | 70 MQ

kkarchitecture

Photo of a small contemporary tiled straight staircase in Turin with tiled risers.

Bexhill-on-Sea

Access Lifts

The lift features tinted panels to add a modern aesthetic to the lift.
This is an example of a small contemporary staircase in Sussex.

Wildewood 5

Duket Architects Planners

Small contemporary staircase in Other.

Dalston Townhouse

APE Architecture and Design Ltd.

Peter Landers
Small contemporary staircase in London.

Denver Artist's Studio & Loft

Paragon Stairs

A compact spiral stair is the perfect solution for this loft that has limited space.
Inspiration for a small contemporary metal spiral staircase in Denver with open risers and feature lighting.

Projet Levallois

Mon Concept Habitation

L'objectif de la rénovation de ce duplex était de réaménager l'espace et de créer des menuiseries sur mesure pour le rendre plus fonctionnel. Le nouveau parquet massif en chêne naturel apporte de la chaleur dans les pièces de vie. La nouvelle cuisine, lumineuse, s'ouvre maintenant sur le séjour. Un îlot central dinatoire a été réalisé pour plus de convivialité. Dans la chambre parentale, nous avons conçu une tête de lit graphique en noyer qui donne du caractère à la pièce. Esthétique et pratique, le nouvel escalier en chêne intègre des rangements astucieux ! A l'étage, la pièce maitresse du salon d'été est son meuble TV sur mesure, tout en contraste avec ses façades noires et sa niche en bois. Le résultat : un duplex modernisé et fonctionnel !

Modern Barn Conversion - UK Award Win

Design by UBER

Bespoke polished plaster spiral staircase with illuminated treads. Entrance hall with display piano and exposed original barn ceiling beams
Small contemporary spiral staircase in Cheshire.

St. George Street, Vancouver

Alice D'Andrea Design

Small contemporary wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Vancouver with wood risers.

The TTQP Loft Ladder

VPWdesigns

This was a fun build and a delightful family to work and design with. The ladder is aesthetically pleasing and functional for their space, and also much safer than the previous loft access. The custom welded steel frame and alternating step support system combined with light colored, solid alder wood treads provide an open feel for the tight space.

Chambre avec vue

WOM DESIGN

Thierry Stefanopoulos
Small contemporary staircase in Paris.

Small Contemporary Staircase Ideas and Designs

A beautiful contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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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