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Staircase with Under Stair Storage and Feature Lighting Ideas and Designs

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Baker's House
Baker's House
UserUser
Contemporary staircase with integrated display shelves lit by LED strips.
Medium sized contemporary staircase in Berkshire with under stair storage.
Notting Hill Project
Notting Hill Project
JGraham DesignJGraham Design
Photo of an urban staircase in London with under stair storage.
Brooklyn Townhouse
Brooklyn Townhouse
Ben HerzogBen Herzog
Shoe storage under stairway
Classic wood staircase in New York with under stair storage and feature lighting.
Roehampton Development
Roehampton Development
Inspired DwellingsInspired Dwellings
Home technology isn't all about space ships and computers - our solutions can complement the most elegant and traditional surroundings. Chic Control4 wall pads are situated on every floor of this luxury South West London pad, for ultimate home control. Michael Maynard, GM Developments, MILC Property Stylists
Grove Avenue
Grove Avenue
HINGEWORKS Cabinetry & ConstructionHINGEWORKS Cabinetry & Construction
Scot Gordon Photography
Design ideas for a traditional staircase in Richmond with under stair storage.
Canyon Oak
Canyon Oak
JWT AssociatesJWT Associates
Lee Manning Photography
Photo of a medium sized country wood straight staircase in Los Angeles with painted wood risers and under stair storage.
Remodel by the Beach
Remodel by the Beach
Structures Building Inc.Structures Building Inc.
Dan Cutrona Photography
Coastal wood staircase in Boston with painted wood risers and under stair storage.
West Coast Elegance
West Coast Elegance
NUMI BuildNUMI Build
Inspiration for a classic wood straight wood railing staircase in Los Angeles with painted wood risers and under stair storage.
Williamstown
Williamstown
John Lively & AssociatesJohn Lively & Associates
Inspiration for a contemporary wood l-shaped glass railing staircase in Dallas with wood risers and feature lighting.
Tillinghast
Tillinghast
YAWN design studio, inc. FL IB 26000604YAWN design studio, inc. FL IB 26000604
stephen allen photography
Photo of a large traditional wood curved staircase in Miami with painted wood risers and feature lighting.
Michigan Summer Home
Michigan Summer Home
UserUser
Photography by: Werner Straube
Design ideas for a traditional wood staircase in Chicago with under stair storage.
Lakeside Rustic: Lake Keowee
Lakeside Rustic: Lake Keowee
T.S. Adams Studio, ArchitectsT.S. Adams Studio, Architects
Emily Followill
This is an example of a staircase with feature lighting.
Temple Beth Shalom
Temple Beth Shalom
Susan Hayward InteriorsSusan Hayward Interiors
Samara Vise, Photographer and Abacus Architects
Medium sized contemporary wood straight metal railing staircase in Boston with wood risers and under stair storage.
Traditional Staircase
Traditional Staircase
This is an example of a traditional wood curved metal railing staircase in San Francisco with painted wood risers and feature lighting.
Lindenhurst Residence
Lindenhurst Residence
UserUser
Jim Bartsch
Design ideas for a mediterranean wood l-shaped staircase in Other with tiled risers and feature lighting.
Float House IV
Float House IV
Integrate Architecture & PlanningIntegrate Architecture & Planning
Jeff Amram Photography
This is an example of a contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Portland with wood risers and under stair storage.
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.
Under-stair Storage
Under-stair Storage
Miles Enterprises IncMiles Enterprises Inc
Need more places to put things? We can create custom-built storage out of otherwise wasted space, hidden underneath your staircase.
Photo of a traditional staircase in DC Metro with under stair storage.
Industrial Staircase
Industrial Staircase
Photo of a small industrial wood straight staircase in New York with wood risers and under stair storage.
Classic Coastal Colonial Foyer
Classic Coastal Colonial Foyer
Michael Robert ConstructionMichael Robert Construction
Another view of the beautiful foyer, looking towards the home's great room. Photo by Mike Mroz of Michael Robert Construction
Photo of a traditional staircase in Newark with feature lighting.

Staircase with Under Stair Storage and Feature Lighting 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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