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Staircase with Open Risers Ideas and Designs

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Devil's Lake 1
Devil's Lake 1
Lands End Development - Designers & BuildersLands End Development - Designers & Builders
Rustic wood straight mixed railing staircase in Minneapolis with open risers.
Woodstock Retreat
Woodstock Retreat
Architectural CollaborativeArchitectural Collaborative
Rachael Stollar
Design ideas for a contemporary staircase in New York with open risers.
Modern Home in Oakville Ontario
Modern Home in Oakville Ontario
Peter A. Sellar - Architectural PhotographerPeter A. Sellar - Architectural Photographer
Ultra modern family home, photography by Peter A. Sellar © 2012 www.photoklik.com
Photo of a scandinavian staircase in Toronto with open risers.
Contemporary Staircase
Contemporary Staircase
Design ideas for a contemporary wood floating staircase in New York with open risers and feature lighting.
Wren Cottage
Wren Cottage
Craft RenovationsCraft Renovations
Oliver Edwards
Medium sized rural wood straight staircase in Wiltshire with open risers.
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.
modern san francisco great room by building down
modern san francisco great room by building down
building Lab, inc.building Lab, inc.
Floating stairs are crafted from solid oak beams salvaged from a barn in Oregon. The stringer is black painted steel. The enclosed stairwell acts as a sculptural anchor. Behind the stairwell on the left is a laundry closet concealed by a large sliding door and steps leading up to the mud room. photos by scott hargis
Staircases
Staircases
UserUser
Photo of a contemporary wood l-shaped staircase in London with open risers.
Refurbishing in Chelsea
Refurbishing in Chelsea
space + style by Marco Joe Fazio Ltdspace + style by Marco Joe Fazio Ltd
© Marco Joe Fazio, LBIPP
Photo of a classic wood staircase in Surrey with open risers.
Home 2000m2
Home 2000m2
Yakusha DesignYakusha Design
This is an example of a contemporary wood l-shaped staircase in Other with open risers.
Meier Residence
Meier Residence
Process Design Build, L.L.C.Process Design Build, L.L.C.
Contemporary wood curved staircase in Phoenix with open risers.
The Line House
The Line House
HufftHufft
The steep site on which this residence is located dictated the use of a retaining wall to create a level grade. This retaining wall, or “the line”, became the driving element behind the parti of the home and serves to organize the program for the clients. The rituals of daily life fall into place along the line which is expressed as sandblasted exposed concrete and modular block. Three aspects of a house were seperated in this project: Thinking, Living, & Doing. ‘Thinking’ is done in the library, the main house is for ‘living’, and ‘doing’ is in the shop. While each space is separated by walls and windows they are nonetheless connected by “the line”. Sustainability is married in equal parts to the concept of The Line House. The residence is located along an east/west axis to maximize the benefits of daylighting and solar heat gain. Operable windows maximize natural cross ventilation and reduce the need for air conditioning. Photo Credit: Michael Robinson
My Houzz: Rustic Summer Home in Heritage Community Trinity
My Houzz: Rustic Summer Home in Heritage Community Trinity
Becki PeckhamBecki Peckham
Photo: Becki Peckham © 2013 Houzz
This is an example of a nautical wood u-shaped staircase in Other with open risers and under stair storage.
Dominique & Anne-Marie
Dominique & Anne-Marie
Esther HershcovichEsther Hershcovich
Photo: Esther Hershcovic © 2013 Houzz Design: Studio MMA
Inspiration for an urban staircase in Montreal with open risers.
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Kapsner Homes LLCKapsner Homes LLC
Inspiration for a contemporary wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Seattle with open risers.
Completed Projects
Completed Projects
Classic Constructors LPClassic Constructors LP
Inspiration for a rustic wood curved staircase in Austin with open risers.
Hill House
Hill House
McCoubrey/Overholser, Inc.McCoubrey/Overholser, Inc.
Don Pearse Photographers
Inspiration for a contemporary staircase in Philadelphia with open risers.
La tradición actualizada en un caserío
La tradición actualizada en un caserío
MUGARRI DECORACIONMUGARRI DECORACION
Gran hall rústico a modo de salón de entrada. Decoración y mobiliario con un toque añejo que empasta perfectamente con la estructura de madera antigua.
Highbury
Highbury
Maxwell & Company ArchitectsMaxwell & Company Architects
Peter Landers Photography
Inspiration for a contemporary wood straight glass railing staircase in London with open risers.
Modern Farm House in Collingwood , Georgian Bay area
Modern Farm House in Collingwood , Georgian Bay area
Farrow Arcaro DesignFarrow Arcaro Design
Photo of a contemporary wood staircase in Toronto with open risers.

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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