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Contemporary
Contemporary
Michael Greenberg & AssociatesMichael Greenberg & Associates
Michael Greenberg & Associates were the builders for this project.
Design ideas for a contemporary wood wire cable railing staircase in New York with wood risers and feature lighting.
Design-2 Derwent Grove SE22
Design-2 Derwent Grove SE22
Chris SnookChris Snook
Chris Snook
Small contemporary staircase in London.
Espace et couleur
Espace et couleur
a-sha-sh
credit photo - Stephane Durieu
Medium sized contemporary wood straight staircase in Paris with painted wood risers.
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Merton Road
Merton Road
Design Squared ArchitectsDesign Squared Architects
This ground floor rear and side extension was undertaken to create an open plan living space, that would draw natural light deeper into the property. The contemporary style, with expansive glass/aluminium bi-fold doors creates a very light, bright and function kitchen.
Northshore Residence
Northshore Residence
Blutter Shiff Design AssociatesBlutter Shiff Design Associates
Michael Robinson Photography
This is an example of a contemporary staircase in Chicago.
Detached House at Sunset Terrace - Singapore
Detached House at Sunset Terrace - Singapore
ArchitologyArchitology
Inspiration for a contemporary wood staircase in Singapore with wood risers.
The home of Karianne
The home of Karianne
Holly MarderHolly Marder
Photo: Holly Marder © 2013 Houzz
Contemporary wood spiral staircase in Amsterdam with open risers.
Taylor Creek Ranch
Taylor Creek Ranch
Upside DevelopmentUpside Development
Upside Development completed an contemporary architectural transformation in Taylor Creek Ranch. Evolving from the belief that a beautiful home is more than just a very large home, this 1940’s bungalow was meticulously redesigned to entertain its next life. It's contemporary architecture is defined by the beautiful play of wood, brick, metal and stone elements. The flow interchanges all around the house between the dark black contrast of brick pillars and the live dynamic grain of the Canadian cedar facade. The multi level roof structure and wrapping canopies create the airy gloom similar to its neighbouring ravine.
Central Park West Penthouse, Manhattan
Central Park West Penthouse, Manhattan
Foley Fiore ArchitectureFoley Fiore Architecture
Ellen McDermott Photography
Design ideas for a contemporary staircase in New York.
Ski Chalet
Ski Chalet
Hunter and Company Interior DesignHunter and Company Interior Design
Gibeon Photography
Photo of a rustic wood staircase in Other with open risers.
Ristrutturazione ex casa rurale
Ristrutturazione ex casa rurale
Atre Studio ArchitettiAtre Studio Architetti
Photo of a contemporary wood curved staircase in Other with wood risers.
black stairs
black stairs
April and MayApril and May
black stairs
Modern staircase in Amsterdam.
Pacific Palisades House
Pacific Palisades House
Fritz Johnson AIAFritz Johnson AIA
Olivier Koenig
Medium sized retro wood u-shaped staircase in Hawaii with painted wood risers.
FLD – Neubau eines Stadthauses
FLD – Neubau eines Stadthauses
grotheer architekturgrotheer architektur
Fotografin: Nina Struve; www.ninastruve.de
Inspiration for a nautical staircase in Other.
Staircase
Staircase
Interiors by CharlieInteriors by Charlie
Photo of a contemporary wood straight staircase in Sydney with open risers.
Stairs and Feature Wall
Stairs and Feature Wall
Habitat StudioHabitat Studio
© Merle Prosofsky 2013
Photo of a modern staircase in Edmonton with open risers.
Menlo Park Residence
Menlo Park Residence
Dettaglio Construction Inc.Dettaglio Construction Inc.
Inspiration for a contemporary wood floating staircase in San Francisco with open risers.
Island Park - Kitchen
Island Park - Kitchen
Dalton Distinctive RenovationsDalton Distinctive Renovations
This is an example of a contemporary wood straight staircase in Ottawa with open risers.
Munster Road. Band-Sawn Wide Plank in colour Light Tenorite
Munster Road. Band-Sawn Wide Plank in colour Light Tenorite
Cheville ParquetCheville Parquet
Band-sawn wide plank floor, smoked and finished in a dark white hard wax oil. The rift-sawn effect is really sutble, it is almost invisible from a distance. Cheville also supplied a matching plank and nosing used to clad the staircase. The 260mm wide planks accentuate the length and breath of the room space. Each plank is hand finished in a hard wax oil. All the blocks are engineered, bevel edged, tongue and grooved on all 4 sides Compatible with under floor heating

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.
Bawtry Rd Doncaster
Bawtry Rd Doncaster
Pushh ConstructionPushh Construction
Design ideas for a contemporary carpeted staircase in Other with carpeted risers.
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