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Park Slope Townhouse Renovation
Park Slope Townhouse Renovation
Studio Geiger ArchitectureStudio Geiger Architecture
Allyson Lubow
Photo of a large traditional wood straight wood railing staircase in New York with wood risers.
The Beach House
The Beach House
DiMauro Architects, Inc.DiMauro Architects, Inc.
Coastal wood l-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Providence with painted wood risers.
Axboe
Axboe
Klima ArchitectureKlima Architecture
Kerri Fukkai
Design ideas for a modern wood floating wire cable railing staircase in Salt Lake City with open risers and feature lighting.
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Orchard Lake Whole House Remodel
Orchard Lake Whole House Remodel
MainStreet Design BuildMainStreet Design Build
The new wide plank oak flooring continues throughout the entire first and second floors with a lovely open staircase lit by a chandelier, skylights and flush in-wall step lighting. Kate Benjamin Photography
Lake Front Country Estate
Lake Front Country Estate
Markalunas Architecture GroupMarkalunas Architecture Group
Lake Front Country Estate Front Hall, design by Tom Markalunas, built by Resort Custom Homes. Photography by Rachael Boling.
Inspiration for an expansive traditional wood u-shaped staircase in Other with painted wood risers.
Painted Black risers
Painted Black risers
Stacy JacobiStacy Jacobi
Stair case with black painted handrail and newell post and also stair risers painted black.
Classic wood staircase in Other with painted wood risers.
Ranch Pass Residence
Ranch Pass Residence
DK StudioDK Studio
This is an example of a beach style mixed railing staircase in Other with wood risers and panelled walls.
Complete Home Build, Marco Island
Complete Home Build, Marco Island
UserUser
Photo of a large beach style wood u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Miami with painted wood risers.
Garza
Garza
AGK Design StudioAGK Design Studio
Design ideas for a coastal wood l-shaped staircase in San Diego with painted wood risers.
Spa Creek Residence
Spa Creek Residence
Bayview BuildersBayview Builders
David Burroughs
Design ideas for a traditional curved staircase in Baltimore.
2013 Coastal Living Showhouse
2013 Coastal Living Showhouse
Our Town PlansOur Town Plans
Our Town Plans
This is an example of a traditional staircase in Charleston with under stair storage.
Whole House Remodel in San Clemente
Whole House Remodel in San Clemente
Eskan DevelopersEskan Developers
This is an example of a medium sized modern wood l-shaped mixed railing staircase in Orange County.
Durham renovation
Durham renovation
Clearcut Construction, Inc.Clearcut Construction, Inc.
This renovation consisted of a complete kitchen and master bathroom remodel, powder room remodel, addition of secondary bathroom, laundry relocate, office and mudroom addition, fireplace surround, stairwell upgrade, floor refinish, and additional custom features throughout.
Eagle's Nest
Eagle's Nest
Polhemus Savery DaSilvaPolhemus Savery DaSilva
Photographer: Brian Vanden Brink
This is an example of a nautical staircase in Boston.
Old Irving Park - Remodel
Old Irving Park - Remodel
D. Stone Builders, Inc.D. Stone Builders, Inc.
Traditional carpeted u-shaped metal railing staircase in Other with carpeted risers.
Marquette | 2017
Marquette | 2017
Coats HomesCoats Homes
Description: Interior Design by Neal Stewart Designs ( http://nealstewartdesigns.com/). Architecture by Stocker Hoesterey Montenegro Architects ( http://www.shmarchitects.com/david-stocker-1/). Built by Coats Homes (www.coatshomes.com). Photography by Costa Christ Media ( https://www.costachrist.com/). Others who worked on this project: Stocker Hoesterey Montenegro
Hawks Ridge Home
Hawks Ridge Home
Cameo Homes Inc.Cameo Homes Inc.
A view of the Stairway in this lovely Park City Home. Built by Utah's Luxury Home Builders, Cameo Homes Inc. www.cameohomesinc.com
Design ideas for a traditional staircase in Salt Lake City.
River Garden Residence
River Garden Residence
Texas Construction CompanyTexas Construction Company
photo by Lars Frazer
This is an example of a traditional staircase in Austin.
Southern Living Idea House
Southern Living Idea House
Providence DesignProvidence Design
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in Little Rock with painted wood risers.

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.
Elegant foyer stair wraps a paneled, two-story entry hall
Elegant foyer stair wraps a paneled, two-story entry hall
Purple Cherry ArchitectsPurple Cherry Architects
Elegant foyer stair wraps a paneled, two-story entry hall. David Burroughs
Traditional wood u-shaped staircase in Baltimore with painted wood risers.
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