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Staircase with Open Risers Ideas and Designs

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Contemporary Staircase
Contemporary Staircase
Contemporary wood staircase in Calgary with open risers and feature lighting.
Noe Valley Townhouse
Noe Valley Townhouse
BCV ARCHITECTURE + INTERIORSBCV ARCHITECTURE + INTERIORS
This is an example of a traditional wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in San Francisco with open risers.
Kirkland 4 Star Built Green Custom Home
Kirkland 4 Star Built Green Custom Home
H2D Architecture + DesignH2D Architecture + Design
This home is designed to be accessible for all three floors of the home via the residential elevator shown in the photo. The elevator runs through the core of the house, from the basement to rooftop deck. Alongside the elevator, the steel and walnut floating stair provides a feature in the space. Design by: H2D Architecture + Design www.h2darchitects.com #kirklandarchitect #kirklandcustomhome #kirkland #customhome #greenhome #sustainablehomedesign #residentialelevator #concreteflooring
Wood Staircase
Wood Staircase
Rockefeller Kempel ArchitectsRockefeller Kempel Architects
Photography: Eric Staudenmaier
Photo of a large world-inspired wood straight wood railing staircase in Los Angeles with open risers.
階段
階段
oro株式会社一級建築士事務所oro株式会社一級建築士事務所
Design ideas for a small contemporary wood straight metal railing staircase in Other with open risers and wood walls.
Stone Tower & Kitchen Addition
Stone Tower & Kitchen Addition
HAYNES & GARTHWAITE ARCHITECTSHAYNES & GARTHWAITE ARCHITECTS
Greg Hubbard Photography. Stair by StairMeister Log Works.
Design ideas for a small rustic wood spiral staircase in Burlington with open risers.
Garfield Place, Park Slope
Garfield Place, Park Slope
Ingui ArchitectureIngui Architecture
Design ideas for a medium sized wood curved staircase in New York with open risers.
Orum Residence
Orum Residence
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Photo Credit: Matthew Momberger
Expansive modern wood floating metal railing staircase in Los Angeles with open risers.
Lakeside Hideaway
Lakeside Hideaway
Town + Country Cedar Homes, Inc.Town + Country Cedar Homes, Inc.
A contemporary setting for these handcrafted log stairs.
This is an example of a medium sized rustic wood straight wood railing staircase in Other with open risers.
North Lake tahoe Residence
North Lake tahoe Residence
Kelly & Stone ArchitectsKelly & Stone Architects
Rustic wood staircase in Denver with open risers.
Kensington Lighthouse
Kensington Lighthouse
TANDEM design studioTANDEM design studio
Sonia Mangiapane
Medium sized contemporary wood straight mixed railing staircase in Melbourne with open risers.
Colorado Retreat
Colorado Retreat
HELMAN SECHRIST ArchitectureHELMAN SECHRIST Architecture
Hilliard Photographics
Inspiration for a small rustic carpeted curved staircase in Chicago with open risers.
Roland's Joinery Ltd.
Roland's Joinery Ltd.
Roland's Joinery Ltd.Roland's Joinery Ltd.
Shutterbug Shots Janice Gilbert
This is an example of a medium sized rustic wood l-shaped metal railing staircase in Vancouver with open risers.
Idaho Barn Home
Idaho Barn Home
Sand Creek Post & BeamSand Creek Post & Beam
Sand Creek Post & Beam Traditional Wood Barns and Barn Homes Learn more & request a free catalog: www.sandcreekpostandbeam.com
Photo of a traditional wood l-shaped staircase in Other with open risers.
Custom Traditional Log System Home
Custom Traditional Log System Home
Appalachian Log and Timber HomesAppalachian Log and Timber Homes
Inspiration for a large rustic wood straight wood railing staircase in Atlanta with open risers.
Barclay Court Triplex
Barclay Court Triplex
Mohler + Ghillino ArchitectsMohler + Ghillino Architects
The main floor of the owners unit is an open, loft-like living/dining/kitchen beneath a continuous bowed roof. the owner's bedrooms and bath are on the floor below. The steel stair continues to a roof deck overlooking the city. photo: Ben Benschneider
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.
Floating Reclaimed Teak Stairs
Floating Reclaimed Teak Stairs
Vogue Homes, Inc.Vogue Homes, Inc.
Harmoniously built with the setting in mind this artistically modern home engages its natural surroundings inside and out. Moving through the home there was an understanding of the marriage between the structure and the elements displayed. "The rooms were designed per their use, studied for comfortable living, and proportionally created for the owner", Robert Tellesen (owner of Vogue Homes). Although the home is grand in size each space has a sense of comfort. The rooms seem to invite you in and welcome you to stay. Working on your home? Feel free to call us at 916.476.3636
Tranquil Oasis
Tranquil Oasis
Associates III Interior DesignAssociates III Interior Design
Gibeon Photography
Design ideas for a contemporary wood staircase in Denver with open risers.
Log Elegance
Log Elegance
Sweet Homes of Colorado IncSweet Homes of Colorado Inc
This incredibly unique staircase was the brain child of architect Jon Gunson. It was constructed on site by a very clever member of the Sweet Homes team.

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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