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Staircase Spindle Ideas and Designs

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Woodford Square
Woodford Square
Juliet Murphy PhotographyJuliet Murphy Photography
Medium sized classic wood curved metal railing staircase spindle in London with brick walls.
HOUSE IN KENSINGTON
HOUSE IN KENSINGTON
STEPHEN FLETCHER ARCHITECTSSTEPHEN FLETCHER ARCHITECTS
Large traditional wood curved mixed railing staircase spindle in London with painted wood risers.
Loft Conversion and House Renovation
Loft Conversion and House Renovation
ALT CONSTRUCTIONALT CONSTRUCTION
Medium sized contemporary wood wood railing staircase spindle in London with wood risers.
Mark Feehily Collaboration
Mark Feehily Collaboration
Cochrane DesignCochrane Design
Long grey staircase with it's dark banister and grey stair carpet runner, peacefully leading down to smooth light brown wooden panel floor. Selective contrast of oyster white and dark grey blended creating a calming atmosphere. Patterned wall panelling following along stair case walls and onto wall doors. Rustic radiator
Traditional Staircase
Traditional Staircase
This is an example of a traditional wood curved wood railing staircase spindle in Boston with painted wood risers.
Villanova Residence - landing
Villanova Residence - landing
Archer & Buchanan Architecture, Ltd.Archer & Buchanan Architecture, Ltd.
Photographer: Tom Crane
Inspiration for a large classic u-shaped staircase spindle in Philadelphia.
Bramfield Road
Bramfield Road
Blakes LondonBlakes London
Malcolm Menzies - 82mm Photography
Inspiration for a classic staircase spindle in London with under stair storage.
Waterfront Residence
Waterfront Residence
Cardello ArchitectsCardello Architects
The foyer of this oceanfront home features a floating stair with custom paneling and black ironwork balustrade by Robert Cardello Architects
This is an example of a classic wood curved staircase spindle in New York.
Custom Modern Staircase in Lake Forest Illinois
Custom Modern Staircase in Lake Forest Illinois
Fraerman Associates ArchitectureFraerman Associates Architecture
This is an example of a large traditional wood l-shaped wood railing staircase spindle in Chicago with painted wood risers.
Curved Staircase
Curved Staircase
John Kraemer & SonsJohn Kraemer & Sons
Curved Staircase
Inspiration for a mediterranean wood staircase spindle in Minneapolis with painted wood risers.
Custom Home, Middletown, New Jersey
Custom Home, Middletown, New Jersey
Rudolph ArchitectsRudolph Architects
Rudolph Architects designed this home in the Jersey Shore Shingle Style vocabulary. The 7,500 sf home is designed to take full advantage of the panoramic views across the river to the neighboring communities of Rumson, Red Bank and Fair Haven. Design features include; the Richardsonian form, use of columns and sweeping porches, the most prominent of which is the traditional wraparound porch on the entry level. The interior of the house is organized around an open stairwell. The vaulted ceiling above this stairwell draws daylight into the center of the home through the large Palladian window oriented south. As in many of the homes which we have completed, Rudolph Architects designed all of the interior trim work and built-in cabinetry.This home has been featured in several high-end design magazines.
Modern Art Deco Style Stair Balustrade
Modern Art Deco Style Stair Balustrade
Fine Iron – Architectural IronworkersFine Iron – Architectural Ironworkers
Fine Iron were commissioned in 2017 by Arlen Properties to craft this impressive stair balustrade which is fixed to a a cut string staircase with natural stone treads and risers. The design is a modern take on an Art Deco style making for a grand statement with an 'old Hollywood glamour' feel. The balustrading was cleaned, shotblasted and etch primed prior to being finished in a black paint - contrasting with the clean white walls, stone treads and light marble flooring whilst the brass frogs back handrail was finished with a hand applied antique patina.
John Peers House
John Peers House
UserUser
Lucy Walters
Design ideas for a traditional carpeted straight staircase spindle in Oxfordshire with carpeted risers.
Margaret Fitzgibbon: Georgian
Margaret Fitzgibbon: Georgian
Connor Mill-Built HomesConnor Mill-Built Homes
Formal rail over staircase
Photo of a classic wood u-shaped staircase spindle in Burlington.
Atherton, California Luxury Home by Markay Johnson Construction
Atherton, California Luxury Home by Markay Johnson Construction
Markay Johnson ConstructionMarkay Johnson Construction
Named for its enduring beauty and timeless architecture – Magnolia is an East Coast Hampton Traditional design. Boasting a main foyer that offers a stunning custom built wall paneled system that wraps into the framed openings of the formal dining and living spaces. Attention is drawn to the fine tile and granite selections with open faced nailed wood flooring, and beautiful furnishings. This Magnolia, a Markay Johnson crafted masterpiece, is inviting in its qualities, comfort of living, and finest of details. Builder: Markay Johnson Construction Architect: John Stewart Architects Designer: KFR Design
Arcadia Estate
Arcadia Estate
PHX ArchitecturePHX Architecture
Intended to create a gracious estate residence that fronts well on the street, this traditional home replicates a property that has grown through successive generations. Unique to its site, the elegant manor evokes charmed memories of the owner's mid Atlantic upbringing and diminishes into the neighboring desert. Rooted in the desert, this home successfully translates into an estate-like manor. At its roots, the style exudes rustic warmth and comfort. Curved arches, soft lines and wood beams effectively portray this mid-Atlantic transplant. Robert Reck Photography
Cow Hollow Historic Home
Cow Hollow Historic Home
Matarozzi Pelsinger BuildersMatarozzi Pelsinger Builders
Complete renovation of historic Cow Hollow home. Existing front facade remained for historical purposes. Scope included framing the entire 3 story structure, constructing large concrete retaining walls, and installing a storefront folding door system at family room that opens onto rear stone patio. Rear yard features terraced concrete planters and living wall. Photos: Bruce DaMonte Interior Design: Martha Angus Architect: David Gast
Mackle Construction
Mackle Construction
Mackle ConstructionMackle Construction
Florida vernacular set on a lake in Coral Gables, Florida
Design ideas for a world-inspired wood staircase spindle in Miami.
Glen Renovation
Glen Renovation
Peter A. Sellar - Architectural PhotographerPeter A. Sellar - Architectural Photographer
Glenburn Renovation: Design / Build - EURODALE DEVELOPMENTS www.eurodale.ca Photography: Peter A. Sellar / www.photoklik.com
Inspiration for a contemporary curved staircase spindle in Toronto.
Foyer
Foyer
Sara HopkinsSara Hopkins
This deep-red, Persian antique runner was custom sized and fitted on this expansive staircase, one of many in this architecturally complex and dynamic house. It cascades down and into another antique beauty with a unique, green center medallion complementing the green tones of the walls.

Staircase Spindle 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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