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Staircase with Open Risers Ideas and Designs

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13th St. Penthouse - Staircase
13th St. Penthouse - Staircase
Jane Kim ArchitectJane Kim Architect
Photo by Alan Tansey This East Village penthouse was designed for nocturnal entertaining. Reclaimed wood lines the walls and counters of the kitchen and dark tones accent the different spaces of the apartment. Brick walls were exposed and the stair was stripped to its raw steel finish. The guest bath shower is lined with textured slate while the floor is clad in striped Moroccan tile.
La Jolla
La Jolla
Michele Bohbot Design and ArchitectureMichele Bohbot Design and Architecture
Contemporary wood l-shaped glass railing staircase in Los Angeles with open risers and a feature wall.
Richland House
Richland House
First LampFirst Lamp
Steve Keating
Inspiration for a medium sized modern wood floating metal railing staircase in Seattle with open risers.
Bears Club Contemporary Home
Bears Club Contemporary Home
The Decorators UnlimitedThe Decorators Unlimited
This contemporary home in Jupiter, FL combines clean lines and smooth textures to create a sleek space while incorporate modern accents. The modern detail in the home make the space a sophisticated retreat. With modern floating stairs, bold area rugs, and modern artwork, this home makes a statement.
A House With Zip!
A House With Zip!
CG&S Design-BuildCG&S Design-Build
Design: Mark Lind Project Management: Jon Strain Photography: Paul Finkel, 2012
Inspiration for a large contemporary wood floating mixed railing staircase in Austin with open risers.
New Hampshire Lake House (IPA)
New Hampshire Lake House (IPA)
zero ten designzero ten design
Photo of a rustic wood straight metal railing staircase in Boston with open risers.
Aménagement de combles
Aménagement de combles
Atelier RSCIOAtelier RSCIO
Romain Saccoccio http://romainsaccoccio.com/
Cow Hollow House
Cow Hollow House
Mark English Architects, AIAMark English Architects, AIA
Joe Fletcher
Photo of a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped glass railing staircase in San Francisco with open risers.
Raumspartreppe Freiburg
Raumspartreppe Freiburg
Treppen und Bauelemente Schmidt GmbHTreppen und Bauelemente Schmidt GmbH
Diese Treppe begeistert Planer und Bauherren gleichermaßen und wird bei uns häufig angefragt. Bitte beachten Sie: Es handelt sich hier um sehr anspruchsvolle Handwerkskunst, im oberen Preissegment ab 6.000 €. Gerne erstellen wir Ihnen ein Angebot für Ihr Bauprojekt. Für nur wenig mehr, erhalten Sie bei uns auch schon die sehr beliebten Kragarmtreppen.
Chelsea Duplex
Chelsea Duplex
Regan Wood PhotographyRegan Wood Photography
Regan Wood Photography
Contemporary wood curved staircase in New York with open risers.
Maison neuve
Maison neuve
HOFFERT architectureHOFFERT architecture
HOFFERT architecture
This is an example of a large modern wood floating staircase in Strasbourg with open risers.
Hilltop Modern
Hilltop Modern
Element Custom BuildersElement Custom Builders
Photo of a retro wood floating metal railing staircase in Denver with open risers.
Courtyard House
Courtyard House
DeForest ArchitectsDeForest Architects
Contractor: Prestige Residential Construction; Interior Design: NB Design Group; Photo: Benjamin Benschneider
This is an example of a contemporary wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Seattle with open risers.
2nd Story Addition & Front Entry Addition / Ann Arbor Hills
2nd Story Addition & Front Entry Addition / Ann Arbor Hills
Rochman Design-Build Inc.Rochman Design-Build Inc.
Emily Rose Imagery
Medium sized contemporary wood floating staircase in Detroit with open risers.
Haus K offener Wohnbereich
Haus K offener Wohnbereich
Prinzmetal - Büro für Interaktive ArchitekturPrinzmetal - Büro für Interaktive Architektur
Fotos Christina Kratzenberg
Inspiration for an expansive contemporary straight staircase in Cologne with open risers.
Modern Staircase
Modern Staircase
Design ideas for a modern l-shaped staircase in San Francisco with open risers.
Foster Street, St. Kilda
Foster Street, St. Kilda
Jane Cameron ArchitectsJane Cameron Architects
Jack Lovell
Medium sized modern wood floating metal railing staircase in Melbourne with open risers.
Severna Park Home
Severna Park Home
The Drawing Board, Inc.The Drawing Board, Inc.
Peter Miles
Photo of a medium sized contemporary wood spiral staircase in Baltimore with open risers.
Pebble Beach CA Home Remodel
Pebble Beach CA Home Remodel
Martinez RemodelingMartinez Remodeling
Inspiration for a contemporary wood l-shaped staircase in Other with open risers.
episode51 「懐かしみ育み愛でる家」
episode51 「懐かしみ育み愛でる家」
（株）Life with Style（株）Life with Style
無垢のチーク、杉、樅の木やパインなどバランスよく使い、北欧を感じさせる落ち着いた空間に　Photo by Hitomi Mese　
This is an example of a scandinavian wood u-shaped staircase in Other with open risers and feature lighting.

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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