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2017 Southern Living Showcase- Bluejack National
2017 Southern Living Showcase- Bluejack National
Morning Star Builders LTDMorning Star Builders LTD
Mike Kaskel
Photo of a large classic wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in Houston with painted wood risers.
Breezy Brentwood
Breezy Brentwood
Jill Wolff Interior DesignJill Wolff Interior Design
http://belairphotography.com/contact.html
Design ideas for a classic wood staircase in Los Angeles.
Lac La Belle
Lac La Belle
Colby ConstructionColby Construction
Tricia Shay Photography
This is an example of a classic wood wood railing staircase in Milwaukee with painted wood risers and under stair storage.
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Palmetto Bluff - Parader Circle
Palmetto Bluff - Parader Circle
Court Atkins GroupCourt Atkins Group
Inspiration for a nautical wood u-shaped staircase in Atlanta with painted wood risers.
Traditional Staircase
Traditional Staircase
Blakes LondonBlakes London
This is an example of a classic painted wood l-shaped staircase in London with painted wood risers.
ひかり降る家
ひかり降る家
ハイランド ホーム デザインハイランド ホーム デザイン
Inspiration for a contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Kobe with painted wood risers.
Perryn Road
Perryn Road
Redesign London LimitedRedesign London Limited
Inspiration for a classic carpeted u-shaped staircase in London with carpeted risers.
Entrance hallway staircase
Entrance hallway staircase
Mia Karlsson Interior Design LtdMia Karlsson Interior Design Ltd
Photo of a small classic painted wood straight staircase in London with painted wood risers.
Tucked Away
Tucked Away
Brookes + Hill Custom BuildersBrookes + Hill Custom Builders
Nautical wood straight staircase in Boston with painted wood risers.
Tanya's
Tanya's
Annie Hall InteriorsAnnie Hall Interiors
Michael Lee
Medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Boston.
Country Club
Country Club
The Fox GroupThe Fox Group
Scott Davis Photography
Photo of a traditional wood l-shaped staircase in Salt Lake City with painted wood risers.
Rustic Staircase
Rustic Staircase
Photo of a rustic staircase in Other with open risers.
Christian Street Town Homes 1
Christian Street Town Homes 1
Abitare Design Studio, LLCAbitare Design Studio, LLC
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Philadelphia with open risers.
Fremont Georgian Residence
Fremont Georgian Residence
PKA.PKA.
Karen Melvin Photography
Classic wood u-shaped staircase in Minneapolis.
Brentwood Traditional 1
Brentwood Traditional 1
P2 DesignP2 Design
http://belairphotography.com/
Classic wood staircase in Los Angeles.
Modern Stairs
Modern Stairs
Bruce Johnson & Associates Interior DesignBruce Johnson & Associates Interior Design
Modern wood glass railing staircase in Calgary with wood risers.
Wilson Mountain Residence
Wilson Mountain Residence
Poss Architecture + Planning and Interior DesignPoss Architecture + Planning and Interior Design
Pat Sudmeier
This is an example of a medium sized rustic wood u-shaped mixed railing staircase in Denver with open risers.
Turn of the Century Cottage
Turn of the Century Cottage
UserUser
Photography by: Werner Straube
Inspiration for a victorian wood staircase in Chicago with a dado rail.
Dramatic Entry Way with Staircase
Dramatic Entry Way with Staircase
Creative Design Construction, Inc.Creative Design Construction, Inc.
Vaulted entry to make a dramatic statement when entering this home. Complete with a beautiful staircase. Photos: Peter Rymwid Photography
Traditional wood staircase in New York with painted 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.
Private Residence Casey Key 2
Private Residence Casey Key 2
Michael K. Walker & Associates Inc.Michael K. Walker & Associates Inc.
Greg Wilson
Photo of a large modern wood glass railing staircase in Tampa.
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