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Straight Staircase with Slate Treads Ideas and Designs

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The Boardman Homestead
The Boardman Homestead
Cummings Architecture + InteriorsCummings Architecture + Interiors
One of the biggest challenges when working on a historic home is how to blend new spaces into the existing structure. For this home – the Boardman Homestead, one of the oldest in Ipswich, Massachusetts – the owners wanted to add a first floor master suite without corrupting the exterior lines of the house. To accomplish this, we designed an independent structure that we connected to the original kitchen via a wing. Expansive, south-facing French doors bring in natural light and open from the bedroom onto a private, wooden patio. Inside, the suite features a wood-burning fireplace, en suite bathroom, and spacious walk-in closet. Combining these elements with a cathedral ceiling and a generous number of large windows creates a space that is open, light, and yet still cozy.
Entheogenic Design
Entheogenic Design
The Vrindavan ProjectThe Vrindavan Project
#thevrindavanproject ranjeet.mukherjee@gmail.com thevrindavanproject@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/The.Vrindavan.Project
Olympus Cove
Olympus Cove
DFS Construction Inc.DFS Construction Inc.
Inspiration for an expansive contemporary straight metal railing staircase in Salt Lake City with slate treads and open risers.
Elegant stone patio
Elegant stone patio
Morgan Howarth PhotographyMorgan Howarth Photography
This is an example of a contemporary straight metal railing staircase in DC Metro with slate treads.
SCALE
SCALE
IprogettiIprogetti
Photo of a small modern straight metal railing staircase in Naples with slate treads and slate risers.
PARK
PARK
RMS Natural Stone VictoriaRMS Natural Stone Victoria
Architect: Victoria Reeves Builder: Ben Thomas Builder Photo Credit: Drew Echberg
Photo of a medium sized urban straight metal railing staircase in Melbourne with slate treads and slate risers.
The Tea house
The Tea house
Keuka Studios, IncKeuka Studios, Inc
Custom railing in Bronze Powder coat with stainless steel cables in Vermont. The staircase has stone treads and the home features large open wood beams. Railings by Keuka Studios
Old House New Home, George Clark, Margate House
Old House New Home, George Clark, Margate House
Mkw Surfaces LTDMkw Surfaces LTD
Design ideas for a small modern straight staircase in London with slate treads and wood risers.
Restauración Casa Nevado, EXTREMADURA
Restauración Casa Nevado, EXTREMADURA
THE VELVET UNDERGROUNDTHE VELVET UNDERGROUND
Casa Nevado, en una pequeña localidad de Extremadura: La restauración del tejado y la incorporación de cocina y baño a las estancias de la casa, fueron aprovechadas para un cambio radical en el uso y los espacios de la vivienda. El bajo techo se ha restaurado con el fin de activar toda su superficie, que estaba en estado ruinoso, y usado como almacén de material de ganadería, para la introducción de un baño en planta alta, habitaciones, zona de recreo y despacho. Generando un espacio abierto tipo Loft abierto. La cubierta de estilo de teja árabe se ha restaurado, aprovechando todo el material antiguo, donde en el bajo techo se ha dispuesto de una combinación de materiales, metálicos y madera. En planta baja, se ha dispuesto una cocina y un baño, sin modificar la estructura de la casa original solo mediante la apertura y cierre de sus accesos. Cocina con ambas entradas a comedor y salón, haciendo de ella un lugar de tránsito y funcionalmente acorde a ambas estancias. Fachada restaurada donde se ha podido devolver las figuras geométricas que antaño se habían dispuesto en la pared de adobe. El patio revitalizado, se le han realizado pequeñas intervenciones tácticas para descargarlo, así como remates en pintura para que aparente de mayores dimensiones. También en el se ha restaurado el baño exterior, el cual era el original de la casa.
Vivienda Unifamiliar Sa Riera
Vivienda Unifamiliar Sa Riera
Marta Miquel InteriorismoMarta Miquel Interiorismo
Marta Miquel
Photo of a contemporary straight glass railing staircase in Barcelona with slate treads and slate risers.
Kundengärten 2016-17
Kundengärten 2016-17
Ommertalhof Gartenmanufaktur SchroederOmmertalhof Gartenmanufaktur Schroeder
Frank Schroeder Treppenanlage aus Schieferplatten
This is an example of a small classic straight staircase in Cologne with slate treads and slate risers.
Haverford Exterior and Addition
Haverford Exterior and Addition
Bryant Phillips Construction Inc.Bryant Phillips Construction Inc.
Exterior bluestone stairs to rear yard and up to terrace
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional straight staircase in Philadelphia with slate treads.
Entheogenic Design
Entheogenic Design
The Vrindavan ProjectThe Vrindavan Project
#thevrindavanproject ranjeet.mukherjee@gmail.com thevrindavanproject@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/The.Vrindavan.Project
Olympus Cove
Olympus Cove
DFS Construction Inc.DFS Construction Inc.
This is an example of an expansive contemporary straight metal railing staircase in Salt Lake City with slate treads and open risers.

Straight Staircase with Slate Treads 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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