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The Arbor House, Custom Build
The Arbor House, Custom Build
Coldwells BuildColdwells Build
Design ideas for a modern staircase in Other.
Terrible Mountain Kitchen & Home Renovation
Terrible Mountain Kitchen & Home Renovation
Northshire LivingNorthshire Living
This is an example of a medium sized rustic wood straight metal railing staircase in Boston with wood risers.
Seal Harbor Cottage
Seal Harbor Cottage
Leandra Fremont-Smith InteriorsLeandra Fremont-Smith Interiors
Jeff Roberts Imaging
Design ideas for a classic wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in Portland Maine with wood risers.
Carriage House Garage Conversion
Carriage House Garage Conversion
Kraft Custom ConstructionKraft Custom Construction
The homeowner of this old, detached garage wanted to create a functional living space with a kitchen, bathroom and second-story bedroom, while still maintaining a functional garage space. We salvaged hickory wood for the floors and built custom fir cabinets in the kitchen with patchwork tile backsplash and energy efficient appliances. As a historical home but without historical requirements, we had fun blending era-specific elements like traditional wood windows, French doors, and wood garage doors with modern elements like solar panels on the roof and accent lighting in the stair risers. In preparation for the next phase of construction (a full kitchen remodel and addition to the main house), we connected the plumbing between the main house and carriage house to make the project more cost-effective. We also built a new gate with custom stonework to match the trellis, expanded the patio between the main house and garage, and installed a gas fire pit to seamlessly tie the structures together and provide a year-round outdoor living space.
Custom Matched Baby Gates
Custom Matched Baby Gates
jsgcustominteriorsjsgcustominteriors
Photo of a classic staircase in Indianapolis.
First Floor Remodel
First Floor Remodel
R Brand, Inc.R Brand, Inc.
R Brand Homes
Traditional staircase in Chicago.
Award Winning San Francisco Floating Stairs
Award Winning San Francisco Floating Stairs
Alward Construction, Inc.Alward Construction, Inc.
Glass extension of treads to adjacent walls provides safe passage up and down stairs.
Inspiration for a large modern wood spiral metal railing staircase in San Francisco with open risers.
Contemporary Staircase
Contemporary Staircase
Photo of a contemporary wood curved staircase in Dallas with open risers.
kensington 1
kensington 1
one house greenone house green
due to lot orientation and proportion, we needed to find a way to get more light into the house, specifically during the middle of the day. the solution that we came up with was the location of the stairs along the long south property line, combined with the glass railing, skylights, and some windows into the stair well. we allowed the stairs to project through the glass as thought the glass had sliced through the steps.
Baynard Court, St James Plantation
Baynard Court, St James Plantation
Amy Tyndall DesignAmy Tyndall Design
French Country style home in St James Plantation, Southport NC Amy Tyndall Design LLC
Traditional staircase in Wilmington.
Waukesha Lower Level
Waukesha Lower Level
Brillo Home ImprovementsBrillo Home Improvements
Inspiration for a rustic staircase in Milwaukee with under stair storage.
Thistle Hill Farm
Thistle Hill Farm
Northworks Architects + PlannersNorthworks Architects + Planners
Located upon a 200-acre farm of rolling terrain in western Wisconsin, this new, single-family sustainable residence implements today’s advanced technology within a historic farm setting. The arrangement of volumes, detailing of forms and selection of materials provide a weekend retreat that reflects the agrarian styles of the surrounding area. Open floor plans and expansive views allow a free-flowing living experience connected to the natural environment.
Arts & Crafts
Arts & Crafts
Copper Sky Design + RemodelCopper Sky Design + Remodel
Chris Adams
Inspiration for a traditional staircase in Atlanta.
Interiors
Interiors
Fänas ArchitectureFänas Architecture
Rustic ranch near Pagosa Springs, Colorado. Offers 270 degree views north. Corrugated sheet metal accents. Cove lighting. Ornamental banister. Turret.
LuAnn Development
LuAnn Development
LuAnn Development, Inc.LuAnn Development, Inc.
Beautiful CA craftsman style home in the heart of Hermosa Beach, CA. Photos by Bowman Group
This is an example of a classic staircase in Los Angeles.
Sugar Bowl Residence - John Maniscalco Architecture
Sugar Bowl Residence - John Maniscalco Architecture
John Maniscalco ArchitectureJohn Maniscalco Architecture
This is an example of a midcentury wood staircase in Sacramento with open risers.
Textured carpet for stairs
Textured carpet for stairs
Mouery's FlooringMouery's Flooring
Inspiration for a large classic carpeted straight wood railing staircase in Other with carpeted risers.
Mountain View House
Mountain View House
Maclay ArchitectsMaclay Architects
Susan Teare photographer
Inspiration for a rustic wood staircase in Burlington with wood risers.
Memorial Farmhouse
Memorial Farmhouse
Brickmoon DesignBrickmoon Design
Large country wood u-shaped staircase in Houston with wood risers.
Palos Park Residence
Palos Park Residence
Turn CollaborativeTurn Collaborative
Paul Benigno
Photo of a contemporary wood staircase in Chicago with 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.
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