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Small Curved Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Colorado Retreat
Colorado Retreat
HELMAN SECHRIST ArchitectureHELMAN SECHRIST Architecture
Hilliard Photographics
Inspiration for a small rustic carpeted curved staircase in Chicago with open risers.
Stairs
Stairs
S & J Biren Floor CoveringS & J Biren Floor Covering
Design ideas for a small classic wood curved staircase in Los Angeles with wood risers.
Stairs
Stairs
New York CarpetsNew York Carpets
Photo of a small contemporary carpeted curved staircase in Orange County with carpeted risers.
Historic Brownstone Renovation
Historic Brownstone Renovation
Tobin + Parnes Design EnterprisesTobin + Parnes Design Enterprises
Inspiration for a small traditional wood curved staircase in New York with feature lighting.
Wine Cellar Installation Spring-Texas
Wine Cellar Installation Spring-Texas
AABC Wine Cellars and Rooms HoustonAABC Wine Cellars and Rooms Houston
Wine room
Inspiration for a small modern wood curved staircase in Houston with wood risers.
Faltwerktreppe mit verdeckter Beleuchtung
Faltwerktreppe mit verdeckter Beleuchtung
hokonhokon
Design ideas for a small contemporary wood curved wood railing staircase in Dortmund with wood risers.
Гостевой дом
Гостевой дом
Dubovskikh AnastasiaDubovskikh Anastasia
архитектор Анастасия Дубовских фотограф Митя Чебаненко
Inspiration for a small contemporary curved wire cable railing staircase in Moscow with under stair storage.
45Teel Restored Front Stair
45Teel Restored Front Stair
Aurora Architects + BuildersAurora Architects + Builders
The front staircase of this historic Second Empire Victorian home was beautifully detailed but dark and in need of restoration. It gained lots of light and became a focal point when we removed the walls that formerly enclosed the living spaces. Adding a small window brought even more light. We meticulously restored the balusters, newel posts, curved plaster, and trim. It took finesse to integrate the existing stair with newly leveled floor, raised ceiling, and changes to adjoining walls. The copper color accent wall really brings out the elegant line of this staircase.
Carpeted Wood and Wrought-Iron Staircase
Carpeted Wood and Wrought-Iron Staircase
GOGO Design GroupGOGO Design Group
Jill Buckner Photography At the top of our clients’ wish-list was a new staircase. To meet their needs, we selected contemporary wrought iron balusters and stained the new staircase handrails the same as the refinished wood floors. Installing a durable, synthetic carpet to withstand heavy use by their beloved dogs was a must. The result is another dramatic focal point in the home. And, replacing a never played piano with a new console table and benches to pull up at larger parties, defines the path to the upstair levels.
Clerkenwell Flat
Clerkenwell Flat
Chris SnookChris Snook
Image: Chris Snook © 2014 Houzz
Photo of a small contemporary wood curved staircase in London with open risers.
Pikes Hill
Pikes Hill
Kaplan Thompson ArchitectsKaplan Thompson Architects
We created an almost crystalline form that reflected the push and pull of the most important factors on the site: views directly to the NNW, an approach from the ESE, and of course, sun from direct south. To keep the size modest, we peeled away the excess spaces and scaled down any rooms that desired intimacy (the bedrooms) or did not require height (the pool room). Photographer credit: Irvin Serrano
Delaware
Delaware
Saienni Stairs LLCSaienni Stairs LLC
Inspiration for a small contemporary wood curved wood railing staircase in Philadelphia with wood risers.
Historic Restoration
Historic Restoration
Robert A Civiletti Hardwood Floors, LLCRobert A Civiletti Hardwood Floors, LLC
Robert A Civiletti
Design ideas for a small traditional wood curved staircase in Newark with wood risers.
Renovated cottage
Renovated cottage
Colour CounselColour 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.
Wrought Iron Stair Case
Wrought Iron Stair Case
COLORADO ORNAMENTAL IRON, INC.COLORADO ORNAMENTAL IRON, INC.
Interior staircase made completely out of wrought iron ornamental components. Helix staircase
Inspiration for a small scandi tiled curved staircase in Denver with tiled risers.
Grand Entry Stair
Grand Entry Stair
Langeneckert HomesLangeneckert Homes
Updated grand entry by replacing white wooden spindles with black iron spindles.
Design ideas for a small wood curved staircase in St Louis with carpeted risers.
Wood Railing with Wrought Iron Balusters
Wood Railing with Wrought Iron Balusters
Titan Stairs, Utah!Titan Stairs, Utah!
Titan Architectural Products, LLC dba Titan Stairs of Utah
Photo of a small traditional curved staircase in Salt Lake City.
LIVE Loft
LIVE Loft
Artelier ProgettiArtelier Progetti
Fotografia: Barbara Corsico
Small scandi painted wood curved staircase in Turin with painted wood risers.
Transitional Cambridge Stairwell
Transitional Cambridge Stairwell
Wendel Klein Builders, Inc.Wendel Klein Builders, Inc.
Staircase with kids rope railing in transitional Cambridge townhouse. Photo by Eric Levin Photography
Photo of a small traditional carpeted curved staircase in Boston with carpeted risers.
Stair Runners
Stair Runners
Bloomington Carpet OneBloomington Carpet One
Beautiful custom runner to match the unique measurements of this staircase.
Small wood curved staircase in Minneapolis with wood risers.

Small Curved Staircase Ideas and Designs

A beautiful 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 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 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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