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Upper West Side Duplex Combination - stairs
Upper West Side Duplex Combination - stairs
Ben HerzogBen Herzog
Design ideas for a classic staircase in New York.
Eckle Project
Eckle Project
Lucy and CompanyLucy and Company
Classic staircase in Charlotte.
Kanas City House | Renovation and Decorating
Kanas City House | Renovation and Decorating
Bria Hammel InteriorsBria Hammel Interiors
Design ideas for a traditional wood curved mixed railing staircase in Kansas City with painted wood risers.
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77_Elegance meets function in Urban Staircase, Arlington VA 22207
77_Elegance meets function in Urban Staircase, Arlington VA 22207
Century Stair CompanyCentury Stair Company
The combination of dark-stained treads and handrails with white-painted vertical balusters and newels, tie the stairs in with the other wonderful architectural elements of this new and elegant home. This well-designed, centrally place staircase features a second story balcony on two sides to the main floor below allowing for natural light to pass throughout the home. CSC 1976-2020 © Century Stair Company ® All rights reserved.
Board & Batten
Board & Batten
Elegant Avenue InteriorsElegant Avenue Interiors
Inspiration for a traditional staircase in Other.
Installed Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring on Stairway - Nocatee
Installed Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring on Stairway - Nocatee
Dan's Floor StoreDan's Floor Store
Luxury Vinyl Plank flooring installed on stairway in Nocatee home, by Dan's Floor Store 904.887.8303.
Traditional staircase in Other.
Modernly Retro
Modernly Retro
Coyle Carpet One Floor & HomeCoyle Carpet One Floor & Home
Carpet and Landings: Tuftex - Mallorca Wrought Iron
Classic carpeted straight staircase in Other with carpeted risers.
Urban Vanguard
Urban Vanguard
Coyle Carpet One Floor & HomeCoyle Carpet One Floor & Home
Carpet: Philadelphia Beach Escape
Design ideas for a small classic carpeted l-shaped mixed railing staircase in Other with carpeted risers.
Dream Weaver Carpet Installation
Dream Weaver Carpet Installation
Burton Carpet Shoppe IncBurton Carpet Shoppe Inc
Dream Weaver Carpet from Hall to Stairs Style: Cosmopolitan Color: Linen
Design ideas for a small traditional carpeted l-shaped mixed railing staircase in Cleveland with carpeted risers.
Tribay Project
Tribay Project
Citizen Design Co.Citizen Design Co.
This double volume entry space was created by relocating a bedroom on the upper floor, allowing us to create an open staircase + grand feeling upon entering the home. With board + batten feature walls and custom hardwood stairs, the built in finishes of this space are classic + timeless.
Easton New Construction
Easton New Construction
Blueprint Dreams LLCBlueprint Dreams LLC
Photo of a large classic wood curved wood railing staircase in New York with painted wood risers and panelled walls.
Milton Transitional Home Renovation
Milton Transitional Home Renovation
Design Plus Construction Corp.Design Plus Construction Corp.
Medium sized traditional wood l-shaped mixed railing staircase in Boston with painted wood risers.
Modern French Provincial
Modern French Provincial
Kristin Hoaglund DesignKristin Hoaglund Design
This beautiful French Provincial home is set on 10 acres, nestled perfectly in the oak trees. The original home was built in 1974 and had two large additions added; a great room in 1990 and a main floor master suite in 2001. This was my dream project: a full gut renovation of the entire 4,300 square foot home! I contracted the project myself, and we finished the interior remodel in just six months. The exterior received complete attention as well. The 1970s mottled brown brick went white to completely transform the look from dated to classic French. Inside, walls were removed and doorways widened to create an open floor plan that functions so well for everyday living as well as entertaining. The white walls and white trim make everything new, fresh and bright. It is so rewarding to see something old transformed into something new, more beautiful and more functional.
Timeless Custom Home Design
Timeless Custom Home Design
Karen Spiritoso Designs LLCKaren Spiritoso Designs LLC
Photo of a medium sized traditional wood straight wood railing staircase in Dallas.
The Colony at Twenty Mile
The Colony at Twenty Mile
Nocatee | Ponte Vedra, FloridaNocatee | Ponte Vedra, Florida
The Zespedes Model by David Weekley Homes in The Colony at Twenty Mile in Nocatee.
Design ideas for a classic wood curved wood railing staircase in Jacksonville with wood risers.
Cobble Hill -Townhouse Renovation
Cobble Hill -Townhouse Renovation
Bonaventura ArchitectBonaventura Architect
Original Four story Staircase Railing and Spindles rebuilt
Large traditional wood straight wood railing staircase in New York with wood risers.
Transitional Metal & Wood Staircase
Transitional Metal & Wood Staircase
Coast Salish WoodcraftersCoast Salish Woodcrafters
Design ideas for a large traditional wood u-shaped mixed railing staircase in Vancouver with painted wood risers.
Rustic Traditional
Rustic Traditional
Karen Kempf InteriorsKaren Kempf Interiors
Talia Laird Photography
Inspiration for a medium sized classic u-shaped wood railing staircase in Milwaukee with carpeted risers.
Entry | Foyer | Staircase
Entry | Foyer | Staircase
Cisco ConstructionCisco Construction
@BuildCisco 1-877-BUILD-57
Design ideas for a classic wood u-shaped mixed railing staircase in Los Angeles with wood risers.

Traditional Staircase Ideas and Designs

A beautiful traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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.
Midtown - American Foursquare
Midtown - American Foursquare
Alair Homes DecaturAlair Homes Decatur
Photography by Jeff Herr
Photo of a classic staircase in Atlanta.
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