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Small Modern Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Copeland Road
Copeland Road
Thomas AlexanderThomas Alexander
Our bespoke staircase was designed meticulously with the joiner and steelwork fabricator. The wrapping Beech Treads and risers and expressed with a shadow gap above the simple plaster finish. The steel balustrade continues to the first floor and is under constant tension from the steel yachting wire. Darry Snow Photography
Lake Calhoun Organic Modern
Lake Calhoun Organic Modern
John Kraemer & SonsJohn Kraemer & Sons
Builder: John Kraemer & Sons | Photography: Landmark Photography
Photo of a small modern wood floating staircase in Minneapolis with open risers.
Clearwater House renovation
Clearwater House renovation
Jonathan S. Foster, R.A. LEED AP.Jonathan S. Foster, R.A. LEED AP.
jonathan foster
Design ideas for a small modern wood l-shaped staircase with painted wood risers.
Turtle Bay Loft
Turtle Bay Loft
KIM Architecture + DesignKIM Architecture + Design
Small modern wood straight staircase in New York with open risers.
All Glass Wine Cellar
All Glass Wine Cellar
Blue Grouse Wine CellarsBlue Grouse Wine Cellars
The all-glass wine cellar is the focal point of this great room in a beautiful, high-end West Vancouver home. Learn more about this project at http://bluegrousewinecellars.com/West-Vancouver-Custom-Wine-Cellars-Contemporary-Project.html Photo Credit: Kent Kallberg 1621 Welch St North Vancouver, BC V7P 2Y2‎ (604) 929-3180 - bluegrousewinecellars.com
Modern Staircase
Modern Staircase
Design ideas for a small modern painted wood straight metal railing staircase in Los Angeles with open risers.
New Peninsula Residence
New Peninsula Residence
Kaplan Architects, AIAKaplan Architects, AIA
Kaplan Architects, AIA Location: Redwood City , CA, USA Stair up to great room from the family room at the lower level. The treads are fabricated from glue laminated beams that match the structural beams in the ceiling. The railing is a custom design cable railing system. The stair is paired with a window wall that lets in abundant natural light into the family room which buried partially underground.
Artfully Modern Lake Home
Artfully Modern Lake Home
Lowell Custom HomesLowell Custom Homes
LOWELL CUSTOM HOMES, LAKE GENEVA, WI Custom Home built on beautiful Geneva Lake features New England Shingle Style architecture on the exterior with a thoroughly modern twist to the interior. Artistic and handcrafted elements are showcased throughout the detailed finishes and furnishings.
39_Light and Open Wooden & Horizontal Stainless Steel System, Vienna VA 22180
39_Light and Open Wooden & Horizontal Stainless Steel System, Vienna VA 22180
Century Stair CompanyCentury Stair Company
The stainless steel 1/2" round bars, running horizontally between the wooden rail posts, complement this modern style home; the owners’ selected materials for this open and well ventilated staircase design match beautifully the renovated hardwood floors and engage the existing surroundings. Century Stair Company provided the owners with detailed preliminary drawings to ensure accuracy of staircase design, manufacture and installation; CSC’s custom designs always integrate innovation, creativity, and precision.CSC © 1976-2020 Century Stair Company. All rights reserved.
Frazer Residence remodeling
Frazer Residence remodeling
Ecological Architecture P.A.Ecological Architecture P.A.
Sven Erik Alstrom
Small modern wood floating staircase in Denver with open risers.
Multi-use bathroom
Multi-use bathroom
Reach DesignReach Design
Small bathroom that works as a powder room for visitors as well as master en suite (aka cheater en suite). Slide out his and hers medicine cabinet provide discrete storage for all toiletries and make up. Vanity with 2 drawers provide additional convenient storage. Reverse bevelled drawer front tops eliminate protruding pulls. Cleaning supplies are stored in the cabinet above the toilet. Very ergonomic design for a small multi use bathroom.
StyleHaus - Paramount Bay - Stylish Two Story Loft by Design District
StyleHaus - Paramount Bay - Stylish Two Story Loft by Design District
StyleHaus DesignStyleHaus Design
Tatiana Moreira StyleHaus Design Photo by: Emilio Collavino
Photo of a small modern wood straight staircase in Miami with open risers.
Staircase with Bookshelves
Staircase with Bookshelves
Handwerk InteriorsHandwerk Interiors
A staircase is a great place to add a simple and cleanly designed bookcase. The height of the space allows for plenty of storage in space that would otherwise go unused. The use of wood in this white space makes the bookcase the main focal point. Millwork by www.handwerk.ca Design: Serina Fraser, Ottawa
Cambridge Modern Townhouse
Cambridge Modern Townhouse
Reverse ArchitectureReverse Architecture
The second floor hallway. The stair landings are fashioned from solid boards with open gaps. Light filters down from a 3rd-floor skylight.
Design ideas for a small modern wood floating glass railing staircase in Boston with glass risers.
Our Work
Our Work
HP Construction Services, Inc.HP Construction Services, Inc.
This is an example of a small modern metal straight metal railing staircase in Chicago with metal risers.
Scala Zero
Scala Zero
Francesco Locuratolo ArchitettoFrancesco Locuratolo Architetto
Vista dall'alto.
This is an example of a small modern wood spiral metal railing staircase in Bari with metal risers.
GOLD COAST PENTHOUSE
GOLD COAST PENTHOUSE
dSPACE Studio Ltd, AIAdSPACE Studio Ltd, AIA
Tile Stair, Drywall Underside, Steel Cable Detail
Inspiration for a small modern tiled curved metal railing staircase in Chicago with tiled risers.
Under stair - Before / During & After - Storage Solutions
Under stair - Before / During & After - Storage Solutions
Creative Elegance Interiors Pty LtdCreative Elegance Interiors Pty Ltd
Creative Elegance Interiors Pty Ltd
This is an example of a small modern carpeted l-shaped wood railing staircase in Melbourne with carpeted risers.
Cambridge Modern Townhouse
Cambridge Modern Townhouse
Reverse ArchitectureReverse Architecture
A new floating steel and glass stair with solid walnut treads filters light through the 4-floor townhouse.
This is an example of a small modern wood floating glass railing staircase in Boston with glass risers.
Biophilic Home Office
Biophilic Home Office
RetwiggdRetwiggd
A small attic space was turned in to a home office with a natural colour palette and elements of nature brought in to create a calm and restorative work environment.

Small Modern Staircase Ideas and Designs

A beautiful modern 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 modern 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 modern 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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