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Flared Stair, Custom Iron Rails, Wooden Curved Handrail.
Traditional staircase in Atlanta.
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Painted Brick Villa
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Inspiration for a medium sized classic wood l-shaped staircase in Dallas with carpeted risers.
Kitchen Retreat In Shades of Blue and Grey
Kitchen Retreat In Shades of Blue and Grey
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Design ideas for a large traditional staircase in San Francisco.
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Project and Photo by Chris Doering TRUADDITIONS We Turn High Ceilings Into New Rooms. Specializing in loft additions and dormer room additions.
Medium sized traditional wood l-shaped staircase in Los Angeles with wood risers.
Gold Plated Stair Railing
Gold Plated Stair Railing
San Marcos Iron DoorsSan Marcos Iron Doors
Custom made interior stair railing, wrought iron and gold plated finish. Perfectly rounded welds without sharp edges by San Marcos Iron Doors.
Photo of a traditional staircase in Austin.
Rosehill
Rosehill
Joseph MetzlerJoseph Metzler
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Classic staircase in Minneapolis.
Kendrick Hill Interior Shots
Kendrick Hill Interior Shots
Capital Construction IncCapital Construction Inc
Design ideas for a medium sized classic wood u-shaped staircase in New York with wood risers.
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Kendrick Hill Interior Shots
Kendrick Hill Interior Shots
Capital Construction IncCapital Construction Inc
This is an example of a medium sized traditional wood u-shaped staircase in New York with wood risers.
Traditional Staircase
Traditional Staircase
Inspiration for a medium sized classic wood spiral staircase in New York with open risers.
106 Dominica
106 Dominica
Kukk Architecture & Design P.A.Kukk Architecture & Design P.A.
Inspiration for a classic wood u-shaped staircase in Miami with wood risers and feature lighting.
John street
John street
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Classic painted wood straight staircase in Toronto with painted wood risers.
Newman Iron Works Completed works
Newman Iron Works Completed works
Newman Iron WorksNewman Iron Works
Inspiration for a traditional staircase in New York.
Curved Stair Project. Nieves Residence. Cocoa Fl
Curved Stair Project. Nieves Residence. Cocoa Fl
Southern Stair CompanySouthern Stair Company
Kevin Jones and Kelly Ringham
Photo of a classic staircase in Orlando.
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Tallman Segerson Portfolio
Tallman Segerson Portfolio
Segerson BuildersSegerson Builders
Custom white oak stenciled floor and staircase.
Photo of a medium sized traditional wood straight staircase in Other with wood risers.
Berkley Pop Top and Remodel
Berkley Pop Top and Remodel
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New staircase installed in the living room leads to the 2nd story addition. Oak hardwood treads and a custom wood railing. Custom under stair storage cabinets. Photo by Rockin' Media.
Birchgrove House
Birchgrove House
Melocco and Moore ArchitectsMelocco and Moore Architects
The original staircase was refurbished within the Victorian Regency residence. Contemporary fanlights were installed over existing door thresholds and contemporary lighting was used as a counterpoint to the texture of the original timber.
Classic Colonial Raised-Panel Wainscoting
Classic Colonial Raised-Panel Wainscoting
Cadolino Custom Woodworking, LLCCadolino Custom Woodworking, LLC
Woodworking by Cadolino Custom Woodworking in New York.
This is an example of a traditional staircase in New York.

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.
Bellona House Stair
Bellona House Stair
Vincent Greene ArchitectsVincent Greene Architects
Photo Credit: Vince Lupo, Interiors: Michael Hall of Hall & Co.
Inspiration for a classic staircase in Baltimore with feature lighting.
Bellevue Stairs in a Landscape Design
Bellevue Stairs in a Landscape Design
Environmental Construction, Inc.Environmental Construction, Inc.
Metal and concrete steps with railing lead the way through the landscape with a touch of class. Who would expect such elegant stairs in this beautiful landscape design. This yard is one of extraordinary beauty. The picture does not do it justice. Another view of this landscape can be seen in Bellevue Water Feature Design projects. Designed and built by Environmental Construction, Kirkland, WA
Keystone Building & Design Remodeling Pics
Keystone Building & Design Remodeling Pics
Keystone Building and Design, LLCKeystone Building and Design, LLC
Photo of a large traditional wood l-shaped staircase in St Louis with carpeted risers.
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