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Atherton Renovation
Atherton Renovation
Fiorella Design, LLCFiorella Design, LLC
Photo of a classic staircase in San Francisco.
Austin Victorian
Austin Victorian
ChangoChango
Austin Victorian by Chango & Co. Architectural Advisement & Interior Design by Chango & Co. Architecture by William Hablinski Construction by J Pinnelli Co. Photography by Sarah Elliott
Timeless Custom Home in St.Charles
Timeless Custom Home in St.Charles
Liston Design BuildListon Design Build
Large classic wood wood railing staircase in St Louis with feature lighting.
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Kenwood
Kenwood
Brook Taylor InteriorsBrook Taylor Interiors
This is an example of a classic staircase in DC Metro with a dado rail.
Lake Michigan Residence
Lake Michigan Residence
Fulton Design + BuildFulton Design + Build
Design ideas for a traditional staircase in Chicago.
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.
Southern Living Idea House
Southern Living Idea House
Providence DesignProvidence Design
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in Little Rock with painted wood risers.
Custom Built Curving Two Tone Wood Staircase
Custom Built Curving Two Tone Wood Staircase
MILLER + MILLER Architectural PhotographyMILLER + MILLER Architectural Photography
A beautiful custom built, curving two tone wooden staircase with white painted risers, dark walnut stained treads and handrail, huge two story windows, dotted with wall sconces, an abstract art painting, dark slate tile flooring, white wainscoting and crown moulding millwork. Custom Home Builder and General Contractor for this Home: Leinster Construction, Inc., Chicago, IL www.leinsterconstruction.com Miller + Miller Architectural Photography
Grove Avenue
Grove Avenue
HINGEWORKS Cabinetry & ConstructionHINGEWORKS Cabinetry & Construction
Scot Gordon Photography
Design ideas for a traditional staircase in Richmond with under stair storage.
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.
Stair Railing
Stair Railing
Grizzly Iron, IncGrizzly Iron, Inc
This railing uses a beautiful manufactured picket with our hand forged cap rail which we produce in house. It has a hand rolled volute at the bottom. The size of the cap rail measures 3/4" x 2". We can produce this cap rail for your specific project, even if you already have a fabricator, or we can build the entire railing for you. The posts are 1 1/4" square and the pickets measure 9/16" square. The finish on this railing is a natural iron finish with a clear sealer. You can see how we make the cap rail here in our shop http://youtu.be/viMnzuRns5Y http://facebook.com/grizzlyiron
Northfield
Northfield
Reverie Building Co.Reverie Building Co.
Inspiration for a traditional staircase in DC Metro.
Wood Stairs
Wood Stairs
Strycula Stairs, Inc.Strycula Stairs, Inc.
Photo of a medium sized traditional wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in Los Angeles with wood risers.
The Baker House
The Baker House
Carl Mattison DesignCarl Mattison Design
The stairwell was sized so we could get this lovely stopping point to the home with hooks for hanging, a seat and more style with lap siding echoing the original lap siding residing elsewhere in the hall.
2019 Idea House
2019 Idea House
Baird Brothers Fine HardwoodsBaird Brothers Fine Hardwoods
Quarter Sawn White Oak Flooring and Mouldings
Large traditional wood l-shaped metal railing staircase in Other.
Arlington Model Home - Davidson, NC
Arlington Model Home - Davidson, NC
AR HOMES - CHARLOTTE AND LAKE NORMANAR HOMES - CHARLOTTE AND LAKE NORMAN
Arthur Rutenberg Homes
Classic wood curved mixed railing staircase in Charlotte with painted wood risers.
Calender
Calender
ALLEN ARCHITECTURE LLCALLEN ARCHITECTURE LLC
Brian McWeeney
Photo of a traditional wood straight metal railing staircase in Dallas with painted wood risers.
Saddle Rock Hampton style Estate
Saddle Rock Hampton style Estate
Prestige Custom Building & Construction, Inc.Prestige Custom Building & Construction, Inc.
Inspiration for a medium sized classic wood straight wood railing staircase in New York with painted wood risers.
Grand Prato Estate
Grand Prato Estate
Design WestDesign West
Entry Stairway with Piano Parlor
This is an example of an expansive classic staircase in Miami.

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.
New Construction, Glencoe IL
New Construction, Glencoe IL
NEWLOOK DevelopmentNEWLOOK Development
Inspiration for a large classic wood u-shaped staircase in Chicago with painted wood risers.
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