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Small Modern Staircase Ideas and Designs

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長岡京市の家
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)
階段を生かしたダイニング
Inspiration for a small modern staircase in Other.
土間リビングの家
土間リビングの家
有限会社FCD有限会社FCD
This is an example of a small modern wood straight metal railing staircase in Other with open risers.
ScalaMi
ScalaMi
Tommaso Giunchi ArchitettiTommaso Giunchi Architetti
scala parte per salire sul soppalco
Photo of a small modern painted wood straight metal railing staircase in Milan.
Hawthorne Redux
Hawthorne Redux
M.O.Daby DesignM.O.Daby Design
Doreen Wynja - Eye of the Lady photography
Design ideas for a small modern wood u-shaped staircase in Portland with wood risers.
Tsunami House, Resilient Design, Camano Island WA
Tsunami House, Resilient Design, Camano Island WA
Dan Nelson, Designs Northwest ArchitectsDan Nelson, Designs Northwest Architects
Stair to sun deck. Photography by Lucas Henning.
Small modern metal straight metal railing staircase in Seattle with metal risers.
Estuari Gardens Showflat
Estuari Gardens Showflat
OM HomeOM Home
Armonia Lounge Chair with Troika high side table
Small modern staircase in Singapore.
Vertical Living
Vertical Living
Red Pepper Design & CabinetryRed Pepper Design & Cabinetry
Railings became important in the transition between levels in this vertical home. We wanted simple but with detail. We didn't want boring.
Design ideas for a small modern staircase in Denver.
21st Century Cabin
21st Century Cabin
McInturff ArchitectsMcInturff Architects
Steel and wood stair in new stair tower at entry leads to loft above. — Photo: Julia Heine
Photo of a small modern wood spiral staircase in Baltimore with open risers.
mossArchitects Lawrenceville Renovation
mossArchitects Lawrenceville Renovation
Erin Kelly PhotographyErin Kelly Photography
Photo of a small modern staircase in Other.
Glen Park Remodel
Glen Park Remodel
McElroy Architecture, AIAMcElroy Architecture, AIA
photo by Melissa Kaseman
This is an example of a small modern wood l-shaped staircase in San Francisco with open risers.
ZIG STAIR
ZIG STAIR
Iron & Wire LLCIron & Wire LLC
Custom staircase designed by David Greene of Iron & Wire LLC.
Design ideas for a small modern wood l-shaped staircase in Chicago with open risers.
Outdoor Tile, Stone, Countertops and Pathways
Outdoor Tile, Stone, Countertops and Pathways
A & M Costa MasonryA & M Costa Masonry

Design ideas for a small modern curved staircase in Boston with marble treads.
Suburban House
Suburban House
Architecture for EveryoneArchitecture for Everyone
Sleeping loft with roof hatch to see the sky and stars. Photo by John Clark
Photo of a small modern staircase in Seattle.
Gramercy Loft
Gramercy Loft
EMDO StudioEMDO Studio
Modern zigzag staircase, featuring integrated lighting in the railing and hidden pantry and coat closet underneath the stairs behind frameless doors
Photo of a small modern wood straight wood railing staircase in New York with wood risers.
Deck Stain - Portland, OR
Deck Stain - Portland, OR
Apex Paint and RemodelApex Paint and Remodel
Photo of a small modern wood straight metal railing staircase in Portland.
明るい光が降り注ぐ開放感あふれる家
明るい光が降り注ぐ開放感あふれる家
クラシスホーム株式会社クラシスホーム株式会社
最高3.8ｍもの天井高と大きな窓がのびやかさを演出するリビング。天井の木目板と軒天の高さを揃えて一体感を出しました。空間を上手に利用した奥のキッズスペースは、引き戸で隠すこともできます。
This is an example of a small modern wood straight metal railing staircase in Nagoya with open risers.
Herron Island Cabin Staircase
Herron Island Cabin Staircase
First LampFirst Lamp
Tim Bies
Photo of a small modern wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Seattle with wood risers.
Modular Stairs for loft space
Modular Stairs for loft space
Portland Stair CompanyPortland Stair Company
Portland Stair company
Inspiration for a small modern staircase in Portland.
Gregson Residence
Gregson Residence
studio01 architectsstudio01 architects
This is an example of a small modern wood straight wire cable railing staircase in Charlotte with open risers.
HANCOCK HOUSE
HANCOCK HOUSE
Erban DevelopmentErban Development
2 storey custom built home on rear ROW with open plan and outdoor living to suit clients coastal lifestyle. This modern home has a minimum 6 star energy rating and incorporates solar passive design with the latest construction materials including structural insulated roof panels (SIPs), exposed 'burnished' concrete slabs, cross ventilation using louvers, and use of engineered timbers as a themed finish throughout the home. PHOTOGRAPHY: F22 Photography

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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