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Thos. MoserThos. Moser
Inspiration for a traditional wood u-shaped mixed railing staircase in Portland Maine with painted wood risers and feature lighting.
Paradise Valley Foothills Modern
Paradise Valley Foothills Modern
Drewett WorksDrewett Works
This Paradise Valley modern estate was selected Arizona Foothills Magazine's Showcase Home in 2004. The home backs to a preserve and fronts to a majestic Paradise Valley skyline. Architect CP Drewett designed all interior millwork, specifying exotic veneers to counter the other interior finishes making this a sumptuous feast of pattern and texture. The home is organized along a sweeping interior curve and concludes in a collection of destination type spaces that are each meticulously crafted. The warmth of materials and attention to detail made this showcase home a success to those with traditional tastes as well as a favorite for those favoring a more contemporary aesthetic. Architect: C.P. Drewett, Drewett Works, Scottsdale, AZ. Photography by Dino Tonn.
Miami Modern Custom Home
Miami Modern Custom Home
Pioneer Architecture, LLC.Pioneer Architecture, LLC.
Large modern u-shaped glass railing staircase in Miami with marble treads, marble risers and feature lighting.
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23_Craftsman Style Stairs, Fairfax VA 22030
23_Craftsman Style Stairs, Fairfax VA 22030
Century Stair CompanyCentury Stair Company
This multistory stair definitely embraces nature and simplicity; we had the opportunity to design, build and install these rectangular wood treads, newels, balusters and handrails system, to help create beautiful horizontal lines for a more natural open flow throughout the home.CSC 1976-2020 © Century Stair Company ® All rights reserved.
Fuller Residence
Fuller Residence
DesignARCDesignARC
Inspiration for a contemporary wood floating staircase in Los Angeles with open risers and feature lighting.
Traditional Colonial
Traditional Colonial
Hawthorn BuildersHawthorn Builders
BostonRep.com
Design ideas for a classic staircase in Boston.
family photo wall
family photo wall
Kasey BuickKasey Buick
photos going up the staircase wall, using vintage frames with no glass
Photo of a vintage staircase in Chicago with feature lighting.
Aerie Point
Aerie Point
Birdseye WoodshopBirdseye Woodshop
Guest house staircase.
Inspiration for a country wood curved wood railing staircase in Burlington with wood risers and feature lighting.
Our Brookside home
Our Brookside home
Jonas BarrishJonas Barrish
Design ideas for an eclectic wood straight wood railing staircase in Kansas City with painted wood risers and feature lighting.
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.
Holly ADU - Stair
Holly ADU - Stair
Davey McEathron ArchitectureDavey McEathron Architecture
Leonid Furmansky
Inspiration for a small modern wood l-shaped mixed railing staircase in Austin with painted wood risers and feature lighting.
Lakeview Residence
Lakeview Residence
Design PlatformDesign Platform
White oak floaing staircase with stainless steel cable railing. Small office nook. Photo by Jess Blackwell
Photo of a medium sized modern wood straight wire cable railing staircase in Denver with open risers and feature lighting.
Attico VD
Attico VD
Miro ArchitettiMiro Architetti
This is an example of a small contemporary metal floating metal railing staircase in Bologna with metal risers and feature lighting.
New Stair to Roof Terrace and Large Skylight
New Stair to Roof Terrace and Large Skylight
a|r|designa|r|design
Gut renovation of 1880's townhouse. New vertical circulation and dramatic rooftop skylight bring light deep in to the middle of the house. A new stair to roof and roof deck complete the light-filled vertical volume. Programmatically, the house was flipped: private spaces and bedrooms are on lower floors, and the open plan Living Room, Dining Room, and Kitchen is located on the 3rd floor to take advantage of the high ceiling and beautiful views. A new oversized front window on 3rd floor provides stunning views across New York Harbor to Lower Manhattan. The renovation also included many sustainable and resilient features, such as the mechanical systems were moved to the roof, radiant floor heating, triple glazed windows, reclaimed timber framing, and lots of daylighting. All photos: Lesley Unruh http://www.unruhphoto.com/
Calibogue Cay
Calibogue Cay
Group3Group3
Photo of a coastal wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Other with wood risers, under stair storage and feature lighting.
Transitional Staircase
Transitional Staircase
This is an example of a classic carpeted l-shaped mixed railing staircase in Atlanta with carpeted risers and feature lighting.
Aqua Perma Solar Firma
Aqua Perma Solar Firma
CplusC Architects + BuildersCplusC Architects + Builders
Murray Fredericks
Design ideas for a small modern wood spiral wood railing staircase in Sydney with open risers and feature lighting.
Chapel Cove- Vesta Home Show
Chapel Cove- Vesta Home Show
David Clark Construction, LLCDavid Clark Construction, LLC
Inspiration for a large traditional wood l-shaped metal railing staircase in Other with painted wood risers and feature lighting.
Noe Hill LEED Platinum-designed Full Remodel and Addition
Noe Hill LEED Platinum-designed Full Remodel and Addition
EAG StudioEAG Studio
Photo of a contemporary wood u-shaped glass railing staircase in San Francisco with wood risers and feature lighting.

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.
Custom Staircases & Railings
Custom Staircases & Railings
MJ Modern StairwaysMJ Modern Stairways
Inspiration for a large modern straight wire cable railing staircase in San Francisco with metal risers and feature lighting.
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