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Rénovation et extension MAPA
Rénovation et extension MAPA
CLAPP ArchitectesCLAPP Architectes
Escalier avec rangement intégré
Photo of a small scandi wood l-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Paris with wood risers.
East Bay Home
East Bay Home
Workroom CWorkroom C
Dramatic spiral staircase in East Bay home. Photos by Eric Zepeda Studio
Inspiration for a small retro metal spiral staircase in San Francisco with open risers.
Classic Steel Spiral Staircase
Classic Steel Spiral Staircase
Paragon StairsParagon Stairs
Accent a traditional staircase with decorative ivy stencil risers on your steps.
Inspiration for a rustic wood spiral staircase in Philadelphia with metal risers.
LASSEHAUS AMBACH
LASSEHAUS AMBACH
SpandriWiedemann ArchitektenSpandriWiedemann Architekten
Markus Kluska
Photo of a large contemporary wood l-shaped staircase in Munich with wood risers.
Kiawah Renovation
Kiawah Renovation
Harper Construction Inc.Harper Construction Inc.
photos by William Quarles
Photo of a medium sized traditional wood u-shaped mixed railing staircase in Charleston with painted wood risers.
Staging - Various
Staging - Various
The New Design ProjectThe New Design Project
Photo of a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in New York.
Contemporary Mount Pleasant Residence
Contemporary Mount Pleasant Residence
Michael Lewis Architects PCMichael Lewis Architects PC
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary wood l-shaped wire cable railing staircase in New York with open risers.
Winkley Workshop
Winkley Workshop
Kirkwood McCarthyKirkwood McCarthy
Folded 10mm steel powdercoated stair with plasterboard partition ©Tim Crocker
Industrial metal l-shaped staircase in London with metal risers.
Case Study: Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina
Case Study: Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina
InsidesignInsidesign
Anthony-Masterson
Design ideas for a medium sized beach style painted wood spiral wood railing staircase in Atlanta with painted wood risers.
a house in a garden
a house in a garden
Brennan + Company ArchitectsBrennan + Company Architects
Design ideas for a large traditional wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in DC Metro.
Modd Cott
Modd Cott
Mell Lawrence ArchitectsMell Lawrence Architects
Photo of a small contemporary wood straight metal railing staircase in Austin with wood risers.
Zen Light
Zen Light
BARRETT STUDIO architectsBARRETT STUDIO architects
Anthony Rich Photography
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary wood l-shaped glass railing staircase in Denver with metal risers.
Stahlwangentreppe
Stahlwangentreppe
Kreuzberger TreppenbauKreuzberger Treppenbau
Diese Stahlwangentreppe wurde von Kreuzberger Treppenbau aus Bubsheim gefertigt und montiert. Die Treppe hat Eichenstufen, Eichepodest und Eichenhandlauf. Die Stufen und Podeste sind mit dem vorteilhaften TreVe Treppenverbinder aus Edelstahl an den Wangen befestigt. Im Lauf der Treppe hat der Bauherr in der Wand LED-Leuchten integriert. Das Geländer besteht aus Flachstahlpfosten und runden Edelstahlstäben.
Breckenridge Ski in Ski out
Breckenridge Ski in Ski out
Sweet Homes of Colorado IncSweet Homes of Colorado Inc
Large contemporary wood curved staircase in Denver with open risers.
Vivienda para tres hermanas
Vivienda para tres hermanas
BLANCAFORT-REUS ARQUITECTURABLANCAFORT-REUS ARQUITECTURA
david frutos
Medium sized contemporary tiled straight staircase in Other with tiled risers.
Paris, Rue Charlot
Paris, Rue Charlot
NarophotoNarophoto
Alexis Narodetzky
This is an example of a small eclectic metal straight staircase in Paris with open risers.
CASA C&C
CASA C&C
ariasrecalde taller de arquitecturaariasrecalde taller de arquitectura
Fernando Alda
Photo of a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Other.
Hollow Cat Wild
Hollow Cat Wild
Mell Lawrence ArchitectsMell Lawrence Architects
Medium sized contemporary wood l-shaped staircase in Austin with wood risers.

Affordable 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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