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Staircase Ideas and Designs
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.
Whether you want inspiration for planning a staircase renovation or are building a designer staircase from scratch, Houzz has 296,204 images from the best designers, decorators, and architects in the country, including Domus Nova and Roger Oates Design. Look through staircase photos in different colours and styles and when you find a staircase design that inspires you, save it to an Ideabook or contact the Pro who made it happen to see what kind of design ideas they have for your home. Explore the beautiful staircase ideas photo gallery and find out exactly why Houzz is the best experience for home renovation and design.
Photo of a farmhouse wood curved wood railing staircase in Other with open risers.
The up and down lighting for internal and external lights - julia_hatfield17
Malcolm Menzies - 82mm Photography
Inspiration for a classic staircase in London.
Panelling on doors, glass for wine area - lauren_costello89
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I like the window for our stair window - shelley_symes
At its core is an imposing, glass staircase that powerfully connects all five levels. A retractable glass roof allows streams of brilliant natural light to cascade from top to bottom. Pair this with raw brick walls and limed wood floors and the effect is near magical.
Stairs. Pink lights. Exposed brick. - grace_white0
The major overhaul of an Edwardian semi-detached house in Weybridge, Surrey. We removed all the internal walls from the ground floor, transforming the small dingy spaces into a single enormous bright and airy open-plan area. The style is minimalist with hints of the original period features here and there. The kitchen is gloss white painted with a granite worktops and porcelain floor tiles.
Good idea of stairs running up the back wall of front house - teressaathome
This Beachcomber Dune Shingle range carpet is from Brockway and looks right at home on these stairs. We fitted it in Ware.
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Photo of a medium sized modern l-shaped staircase in Hertfordshire with wood risers.
Brockway - Beachcomber Dune Shingle - neilcoker
Inspiration for a medium sized and mixed traditional wood staircase in Other with painted wood risers.
Central staircase from new front door entrance in middle of house? - preetvan
©Anna Stathaki
Photo of a contemporary straight staircase in London.
Good storage idea may be possible ??? In the eaves - webuser_476488573
Photo of a medium sized and mixed modern wood u-shaped staircase in London with wood risers.
Inspiration for an expansive traditional curved staircase in Other.
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Flooring - colour - honey hues. - jacque2015
Fitzroy Black runner
100% wool
70cm wide
Christopher Cornwell
This is an example of a classic painted wood u-shaped staircase in London with painted wood risers.
Just the banister wood stained. - hurmanhelen
Alex Maguire
Design ideas for a contemporary wood l-shaped staircase in London with wood risers.
Like the lights on the bottom 3 steps - live2xel
James Balston
Photo of a contemporary wood spiral staircase in London with open risers.
White risers and wood topped stairs - lynb61
Daniel Hopkinson
This is an example of a large contemporary wood straight staircase in Manchester with open risers.
I like see through stairs even if painted and not wood? - gilliancable
Lyndon Douglas
Design ideas for a contemporary painted wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in London with painted wood risers.
stairway only - sreynolds3128
Design ideas for a contemporary staircase in London.
Treppenverglasung - gabriela_poltera
Inspiration for a medium sized eclectic carpeted u-shaped staircase in London with carpeted risers.
Use different colours on walls - ambra_lawrence