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Williston WeavesWilliston Weaves
Photo of a classic staircase in Boston.
Frankfort IL Interior Painting
Frankfort IL Interior Painting
Jondec PaintingJondec Painting
Photo of a medium sized traditional wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in Chicago with wood risers and feature lighting.
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American River
Vogue Homes, Inc.Vogue Homes, Inc.
500 exposed Doug Fir timbers and approx. 120 Doug Fir windows. Roofing comprised of stone slate and handmade copper tiles and panels. Siding comprised of Old Growth Clear heart vertical grain board on board, hand split redwood shakes and 500 tons of large river rock stone. Oversized see-thru masonry fireplace with custom iron/glass doors. Home automation, Lighting control system, and fire sprinklers.
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Ariel Muller DesignsAriel Muller Designs
The solid walnut staircase rises up from the elegant, herringbone patterned hardwood floors and pairs beautifully with the figured walnut back-paneled wall. The custom railing serves as an exclamation point to the rich design.
Traditional Staircase
Traditional Staircase
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional wood l-shaped staircase in Manchester with painted wood risers.
Classic Georgian
Classic Georgian
VanderHorn ArchitectsVanderHorn Architects
The entry foyer’s custom designed staircase has fluted balusters supporting a mahogany handrail. Paneled riser returns with profiled end brackets finish the elegant effect.
Family House, Barnes, Greater London
Family House, Barnes, Greater London
Artline Joinery LtdArtline Joinery Ltd
Photo of a classic staircase in London.
San Frantastic
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DESIGN 4 CORNERSDESIGN 4 CORNERS
Photo of a classic staircase in San Francisco.
Oswald Remodel
Oswald Remodel
B&B BuildersB&B Builders
Stairway
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional wood l-shaped mixed railing staircase in Other with wood risers.
After stairwell
After stairwell
Jarret Yoshida DesignJarret Yoshida Design
Classic staircase in New York.
Luxury vinyl flooring by Coretec
Luxury vinyl flooring by Coretec
SoCalLadySoCalLady
This is an example of a traditional staircase in Other.
Redwood City - New Build
Redwood City - New Build
EBCON CorporationEBCON Corporation
New Construction Design + Build: EBCON Corporation Architecture: Viotti Architects Photography: Agnieszka Jakubowicz
Design ideas for a classic staircase in San Francisco.
TSDS House
TSDS House
Compendium Group LLCCompendium Group LLC
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Indianapolis with wood risers.
Arcadia Lights
Arcadia Lights
AFT ConstructionAFT Construction
Inspiration for a large traditional wood l-shaped metal railing staircase in Phoenix with wood risers.
TCD Two Story
TCD Two Story
TCD HomesTCD Homes
Design ideas for a classic carpeted u-shaped mixed railing staircase in Other with carpeted risers.
Craftsman Cottage Addition
Craftsman Cottage Addition
Liv Companies LLC Design + BuildLiv Companies LLC Design + Build
The new stair winds through a light-filled tower separated with a vertical walnut screen wall.
This is an example of a small classic wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Chicago with wood risers.
Historic Heights
Historic Heights
Victoria SheffieldVictoria Sheffield
Photo of a classic staircase in Houston.
North Slope Landmarked Restoration - Parlor Stair Hall
North Slope Landmarked Restoration - Parlor Stair Hall
Ben HerzogBen Herzog
Photo of a medium sized classic wood straight wood railing staircase in New York with painted wood risers.
Gay St. Remodel
Gay St. Remodel
J Manifold ConstructionJ Manifold Construction
Born and Raised Studio
Medium sized traditional wood straight metal railing staircase in Atlanta 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.
Revere
Revere
Carlton EdwardsCarlton Edwards
Curvacious. Continuous. Light. An elegant architectural staircase in a European influenced contemporary home. The light is captured effortlessly as it moves across the plaster warming the color palette and coincides with the reclaimed white oak and limestone on the exterior of the house. The flooring is 2 1/4" but varies with widths and patterns throughout the house topped with the Rubio monicoat stain. The overhead light fixture is a custom Carlton Edwards design fabricated in Memphis. On either side of the custom iron and brass console table are paneled jambs that lead into the dining room. Charcoal metallic paint finish coincides and compliments the iron railing and steel doors in the formal salon beyond.
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