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Historic Portland Home Renovation
Historic Portland Home Renovation
Daniel HouseDaniel House
Inspiration for a traditional carpeted l-shaped wood railing staircase in Portland with carpeted risers.
Lake House Two - Stair
Lake House Two - Stair
McClellan | TelloneMcClellan | Tellone
Photo: Ben Benschneider
Design ideas for a modern wood staircase in Seattle.
Southern Living Showhouse
Southern Living Showhouse
Ashley Gilbreath Interior DesignAshley Gilbreath Interior Design
This is an example of a nautical carpeted l-shaped wood railing staircase in Other with carpeted risers and feature lighting.
Sauganash House
Sauganash House
UserUser
©Amy Braswell
Inspiration for a traditional wood curved metal railing staircase in Chicago with painted wood risers.
The Lotus - Wandi WA
The Lotus - Wandi WA
UserUser
D-Max Photography
Design ideas for a contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Perth with wood risers.
Transitional Staircase
Transitional Staircase
Photo of a large traditional wood curved staircase in Chicago with painted wood risers and a feature wall.
Dovercourt
Dovercourt
Wanda Ely Architect Inc.Wanda Ely Architect Inc.
The view from the front door is carefully composed, drawing visitors inwards and welcoming you home.
Inspiration for a scandinavian l-shaped staircase in Toronto.
Modern Retro Home
Modern Retro Home
Intrim Group Pty LtdIntrim Group Pty Ltd
Photo of a midcentury wood l-shaped metal railing staircase in Newcastle - Maitland.
Il Nostro Sogno
Il Nostro Sogno
Andrea Swan - Swan ArchitectureAndrea Swan - Swan Architecture
Landmark Photography
This is an example of a mediterranean wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Minneapolis with wood risers.
Zither House
Zither House
Robert's 21st Century DesignRobert's 21st Century Design
Find here a fine staircase designed by our engineer and build with the help of the team.
Inspiration for a medium sized classic curved metal railing staircase in Hertfordshire.
Il Nostro Sogno
Il Nostro Sogno
Dwelling DesignsDwelling Designs
Design ideas for a contemporary wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Minneapolis with wood risers.
Hesperus
Hesperus
SV DesignSV Design
Built on the former site of a casino, this residence reflects the client's desire to have a home that is welcoming to family members and friends while complementing the historic site on which it is located. This home is formal and stately, with classic American detailing outside and in. Photo Credit: Brian Vanden Brink
Kips Bay Showhouse 2009
Kips Bay Showhouse 2009
Amy Lau DesignAmy Lau Design
Expansive classic staircase in New York.
Lighting Design at Kensington Studios
Lighting Design at Kensington Studios
Light House Designs LtdLight House Designs Ltd
This open plan property in Kensington studios hosted an impressive double height living room, open staircase and glass partitions. The lighting design needed to draw the eye through the space and work from lots of different viewing angles Photo by Tom St Aubyn
Colorful Contemporary Rebuild
Colorful Contemporary Rebuild
MartinPatrick 3MartinPatrick 3
Design ideas for a classic carpeted u-shaped staircase in Minneapolis with carpeted risers.
Haus M
Haus M
Michael Moser ImagesMichael Moser Images
Michael Moser Images, Leipzig
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Berlin with wood risers.
Flavor Paper Celestial Dragon Wallpaper
Flavor Paper Celestial Dragon Wallpaper
Spruce, LLCSpruce, LLC
This is an example of an eclectic wood u-shaped staircase in New Orleans with wood risers.
Interior Design Dreams
Interior Design Dreams
Buena Vista Development CorpBuena Vista Development Corp
Luxe Formal Living Room
Photo of a large traditional carpeted curved glass railing staircase in Toronto with carpeted risers.
Christmas Interior
Christmas Interior
Regina Gust DesignsRegina Gust Designs
Custom Holiday Decor by Regina Gust Designs Photographed by Julie Soefer
This is an example of a mediterranean staircase in Houston.
Classic Lakeside Cottage
Classic Lakeside Cottage
The Sitting RoomThe Sitting Room
Troy Thies troy@troythiesphoto.com
Photo of a medium sized classic wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Minneapolis.

Decorating With Gold 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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