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Small Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Brixton
Brixton
UserUser
Bespoke plywood stairs and storage lead up to a sleeping platform in the eaves. Dark framed artwork pops against neutral brilliant white walls. Rope handrail adds additional texture and interest.
Entrance hallway staircase
Entrance hallway staircase
Mia Karlsson Interior Design LtdMia Karlsson Interior Design Ltd
Photo of a small classic painted wood straight staircase in London with painted wood risers.
Wine Bar
Wine Bar
Lisa & LeroyLisa & Leroy
Making the most of tiny spaces is our specialty. The precious real estate under the stairs was turned into a custom wine bar.
This is an example of a small midcentury metal railing staircase in DC Metro with wood risers and wood walls.
Doylestown Attic Conversion
Doylestown Attic Conversion
Armitage Interiors - Home Design & RenovationArmitage Interiors - Home Design & Renovation
In this Doylestown attic, we installed faux white oak beams along the knee walls to address the challenge of the large bow in the roof. Due to the tight space caused by baffles and insulation, we used the faux beams to conceal the wiring for the ceiling fan and light fixtures. Enlarging the high window allowed abundant natural light in, along with the operable skylight, making it the sunniest, most refreshing room in the house.
Rénovation RDC de maison / vieux Lille
Rénovation RDC de maison / vieux Lille
Ronan Cooreman Architecte d'intérieurRonan Cooreman Architecte d'intérieur
cooreman ronan
Photo of a small contemporary wood straight metal railing staircase in Lille with wood risers.
Coustom Stairway
Coustom Stairway
Guthrie Floor CoveringGuthrie Floor Covering
Photo of a small carpeted l-shaped mixed railing staircase in Wichita with carpeted risers.
Library
Library
Kelly WearstlerKelly Wearstler
Grey Crawford
Photo of a small eclectic metal spiral staircase in Los Angeles with metal risers.
長野県茅野市（八ヶ岳を望む家）
長野県茅野市（八ヶ岳を望む家）
藤松建築設計室藤松建築設計室
藤松建築設計室
Photo of a small world-inspired wood l-shaped staircase in Other with wood risers.
Mezzanine Apartment in Edinburgh's West End
Mezzanine Apartment in Edinburgh's West End
Dog + FoxDog + Fox
Description: A view of the under-stair storage Photos: Chris McCluskie (www.100iso.co.uk)
This is an example of a small contemporary wood straight staircase in Edinburgh with wood risers.
SPIRAL STAIRS
SPIRAL STAIRS
Italian Fashion Stairs s.r.l.Italian Fashion Stairs s.r.l.
Model ASTRALE S
Inspiration for a small bohemian wood spiral staircase in Bologna with open risers.
Purdue Perfection
Purdue Perfection
Robert Elliott Custom HomesRobert Elliott Custom Homes
Nathan Schroder Photography BK Design Studio Robert Elliott Custom Homes
This is an example of a small classic staircase in Dallas.
Outdoor Spiral Staircase
Outdoor Spiral Staircase
Paragon StairsParagon Stairs
This is an example of a small nautical metal spiral staircase in Miami with open risers.
RedHouse
RedHouse
Misiaszek Turpin pllcMisiaszek Turpin pllc
The 800 square-foot guest cottage is located on the footprint of a slightly smaller original cottage that was built three generations ago. With a failing structural system, the existing cottage had a very low sloping roof, did not provide for a lot of natural light and was not energy efficient. Utilizing high performing windows, doors and insulation, a total transformation of the structure occurred. A combination of clapboard and shingle siding, with standout touches of modern elegance, welcomes guests to their cozy retreat. The cottage consists of the main living area, a small galley style kitchen, master bedroom, bathroom and sleeping loft above. The loft construction was a timber frame system utilizing recycled timbers from the Balsams Resort in northern New Hampshire. The stones for the front steps and hearth of the fireplace came from the existing cottage’s granite chimney. Stylistically, the design is a mix of both a “Cottage” style of architecture with some clean and simple “Tech” style features, such as the air-craft cable and metal railing system. The color red was used as a highlight feature, accentuated on the shed dormer window exterior frames, the vintage looking range, the sliding doors and other interior elements. Photographer: John Hession
St Johns Wood
St Johns Wood
Gregory Phillips ArchitectsGregory Phillips Architects
Andrew Beesley
Small contemporary straight staircase in London.
Somerset Cottage
Somerset Cottage
Nicola O'Mara Interior Design LtdNicola O'Mara Interior Design Ltd
Cottage staircase
Small country wood curved staircase in Cornwall with painted wood risers.
Venice Canals
Venice Canals
Katie Leede & Company StudioKatie Leede & Company Studio
Life on display.
Inspiration for a small eclectic wood u-shaped staircase in New York.
83_Blonde Wood Stairway with Sleek Horizontal-Metal Balustrade, Springfield VA 2
83_Blonde Wood Stairway with Sleek Horizontal-Metal Balustrade, Springfield VA 2
Century Stair CompanyCentury Stair Company
Placed in a central corner in this beautiful home, this u-shape staircase with light color wood treads and hand rails features a horizontal-sleek black rod railing that not only protects its occupants, it also provides visual flow and invites owners and guests to visit bottom and upper levels. CSC © 1976-2020 Century Stair Company. All rights reserved.
North Beach Refresh
North Beach Refresh
Board & VellumBoard & Vellum
Photo by Andrew Giammarco.
Small wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Seattle with wood risers and wallpapered walls.
Richmond House
Richmond House
mossmoss
The custom rift sawn, white oak staircase with the attached perforated screen leads to the second, master suite level. The light flowing in from the dormer windows on the second level filters down through the staircase and the wood screen creating interesting light patterns throughout the day.
Oberlin-interior design
Oberlin-interior design
square three architecture, incsquare three architecture, inc
Small contemporary staircase in San Francisco.

Small 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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