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Staircase with Open Risers Ideas and Designs

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Gill Street
Gill Street
New West Building CompanyNew West Building Company
Design ideas for a large modern wood floating metal railing staircase in Other with open risers.
Custom Curved Staircase
Custom Curved Staircase
European Cabinets & Design StudiosEuropean Cabinets & Design Studios
The client wanted an open staircase for this space, and it had to curve. The custom-designed solution from CAST's Tekna Jazz collection uses series 304 stainless steel modular sections that can be set to any direction, solid wood steps with a stainless steel edge guard to protect against wear and tear, a stainless steel balustrade,and fingerprint-resistant railing. Read more about this project here: http://europeancabinets.com/custom-staircase-for-modern-home/
Contemporary in the Country
Contemporary in the Country
M.A ArchitectureM.A Architecture
with Alchemy Architects
Design ideas for a contemporary wood straight staircase in Minneapolis with open risers.
Outdoor living in Palo Alto
Outdoor living in Palo Alto
Fernau & Hartman ArchitectsFernau & Hartman Architects
Photograph © Richard Barnes
Photo of a contemporary straight staircase in San Francisco with open risers.
Central Park West Renovation
Central Park West Renovation
HOBBS INCHOBBS INC
Design: INC Architecture & Design Photography: Annie Schlecter
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary glass floating wood railing staircase in New York with open risers.
Cape Cod
Cape Cod
Hariri & Hariri ArchitectureHariri & Hariri Architecture
Eric Laignel
Inspiration for a contemporary wood straight staircase in New York with open risers.
Master Suite Remodel
Master Suite Remodel
Lee & Co ContractorsLee & Co Contractors
Modern staircase, designed by Mark Reilly Architecture
Inspiration for a medium sized modern wood straight wire cable railing staircase in San Francisco with open risers.
Weston Modern
Weston Modern
The Lagasse Group, LLCThe Lagasse Group, LLC
Main stairwell at Weston Modern project. Architect: Stern McCafferty.
Design ideas for a large modern wood u-shaped staircase in Boston with open risers and feature lighting.
Enterprise
Enterprise
TOTAL CONCEPTSTOTAL CONCEPTS
library and reading area build into and under stairway.
Photo of a country wood u-shaped staircase in San Francisco with open risers.
Ida Way
Ida Way
StairworksStairworks
Our Ida Way project was an external staircase outside of Auckland that we supplied the steel for while the builder supplied the timber as well as fitted and installed the treads. One of the most important aspects to build these floating stairs was that there needed to be good communication between us at Stairworks and the builders in order to ensure we delivered a high end result while working together. In order to achieve this, everything had to be based on the shop drawings, which is just one example as to why it is so important to have accurate shop drawings with an experienced designer such as ours. The owner wanted a floating staircase for his deck to keep his property nice and open and preserve the view. The challenge with this style as an outdoor feature, is you also have to account for water. You not only have to think about water flow and have holes to allow water to flow in and out of, but you also have to consider the impact of water on the steel over time. To account for this, we galvenised the staircase and put a three pot epoxy on top of that to ensure the longevity of the paint system.
Woodinville Home
Woodinville Home
Matthew Gallant PhotographyMatthew Gallant Photography
Matthew Gallant
Contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Seattle with open risers and feature lighting.
stair and fountain
stair and fountain
Cirqua StudioCirqua Studio
Floating steel staircase with open risers and rift oak treads. Fountain fills with a sheet of water along a dark river rock garden. Steel is powder-coated in a gun-metal finish. Michael A. Foley Photography
Mississauga - Staircase
Mississauga - Staircase
Parkyn DesignParkyn Design
Contemporary staircase with glass railing and open risers.
This is an example of a contemporary wood u-shaped glass railing staircase in Toronto with open risers and wallpapered walls.
Консольная Лестница г. Калининград
Консольная Лестница г. Калининград
Компания GraoКомпания Grao
Консольная Лестница со ступенями из дуба и ограждениями из закаленного стекла с современной интерактивной подсветкой управляемой с телефона.
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped glass railing staircase in Other with open risers.
Oak & White Staircase with Structural Glass
Oak & White Staircase with Structural Glass
TF Staircases LtdTF Staircases Ltd
New Oak and White closed string staircase. The first section has white closed risers with tread lighting to create that floating effect but enabling our client to have storage behind it. The top section is open riser with glass sub-risers to allow the natural light to flood through to the hall way from the large window on the half landing.
Market
Market
Imagine Homes IncImagine Homes Inc
This is an example of a modern wood straight glass railing staircase in Seattle with open risers.
Gilbert Lake
Gilbert Lake
DesRosiers ArchitectsDesRosiers Architects
Jim Haefner Photography
Design ideas for a contemporary mixed railing staircase in Detroit with open risers.
Ski in / Ski out Row House
Ski in / Ski out Row House
MB architecture + designMB architecture + design
Open stair with steel stringer & floating wood treads.
Design ideas for a rustic wood floating mixed railing staircase in Burlington with open risers.
Robinson St.
Robinson St.
LETTER FOUR, INC.LETTER FOUR, INC.
Design ideas for a medium sized modern wood floating metal railing staircase in Los Angeles with open risers.
West Oval
West Oval
Bloomsbury Kitchens and Fine CabinetryBloomsbury Kitchens and Fine Cabinetry
Photo of a large modern glass l-shaped metal railing staircase in Toronto with open risers and wallpapered walls.

Staircase with Open Risers 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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