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Traditional Staircase
Traditional Staircase
Classic staircase in Minneapolis.
Stair Cases
Stair Cases
Talla Skogmo Interior DesignTalla Skogmo Interior Design
This is an example of a medium sized classic wood curved wood railing staircase in Minneapolis with wood risers.
Millmade Stair with 4 3/4'' Recessed Panel/Double Trimmed Newell Posts
Millmade Stair with 4 3/4'' Recessed Panel/Double Trimmed Newell Posts
Orren Pickell Building GroupOrren Pickell Building Group
http://www.pickellbuilders.com. Photography by Linda Oyama Bryan. 6 3/4" French white oak hardwood floors with a Chateau Bevel in a straight lay and natural stain. Millmade stair with 4 3/4'' recessed panel/double trimmed Newell posts, 6 ½'' applied base, risers, 1 1/4'' square spindles, and stringer.
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Traditional Staircase
Traditional Staircase
Photo of a traditional staircase in New York.
Canary Cottage - Staircase
Canary Cottage - Staircase
Archer & Buchanan Architecture, Ltd.Archer & Buchanan Architecture, Ltd.
Photographer: Tom Crane
Inspiration for a traditional wood straight staircase in Philadelphia with painted wood risers.
Cambridge Rehab
Cambridge Rehab
Carl C. Oldenburg AIACarl C. Oldenburg AIA
Medium sized classic wood l-shaped staircase in Boston with painted wood risers.
Staircase
Staircase
Normandy RemodelingNormandy Remodeling
This staircase is located in a home that underwent a major renovation and expansion by Normandy Remodeling. Award Winning Normandy Designer Vince Weber created this beautiful space.
Staircase
Staircase
Hendel HomesHendel Homes
Christmas Lake Towering Achievement
Classic wood u-shaped staircase in Minneapolis with wood risers.
New Stairway with wainscoting
New Stairway with wainscoting
Danniels-French DesignDanniels-French Design
Kingsway renovation. From bungalow to 2 story house designed by Danniels-French Design. New stairway showing wainscoting in hall and going up the stairs.
Tammarron Elegance
Tammarron Elegance
Jennifer Butler DesignJennifer Butler Design
The foyer was transformed from a dated, cherry-saturated and traditional space with new stair components, breezy paint, and sophisticated furnishings from Jiun Ho, among others. Buster, the client’s younger of two mini golden-doodles, makes a cameo here as well.
Villa Freie Universität
Villa Freie Universität
markiewicz GmbHmarkiewicz GmbH
Wissenschaft und Kunst – eines haben sie gemeinsam, sie erschaffen Neues. So ist es nicht verwunderlich, dass im Berliner Stadtteil Dahlem, in dem die Freie Universität ansässig ist, dieses extravagante Projekt „erschaffen“ wurde. Die Treppenanlage beeindruckt durch ihren avantgardistischen und strak gebogenen Lauf und das dreidimensional geformte Geländer. So entsteht, wenn man die Treppe von unten betrachtet, eine elliptische Spirale, die sich nach oben hin windet.
Poinsettia II
Poinsettia II
Brandon Architects, Inc.Brandon Architects, Inc.
Jola Photography
This is an example of a classic staircase in Orange County.
Victorian Hallway
Victorian Hallway
My Bespoke RoomMy Bespoke Room
This is a family home where the space needs to be practical yet the desire was for style. As a result, the floor is a Karndean vinyl flooring which has a wood effect and looks incredible yet very practical and hard wearing. The walls are painted in Farrow & Ball Ammonite and skirting in All White. The redundant space under the stairs was made into a little cloakroom with a toilet and basin. We painted this room in Farrow & Ball Hague Blue to create a contrast with the hallway which works as a surprise when you open the door! A hallway and stair runner complete the look and the pendant lighting adds drama in this entrance and compliments the style.
Libertyville Not So Big Showhouse
Libertyville Not So Big Showhouse
Sarah Susanka, FAIASarah Susanka, FAIA
Architect: Sarah Susanka, FAIA. Photography by Barry Rustin
Inspiration for a traditional wood staircase in Chicago.
1st Floor Remodel - Vienna, VA
1st Floor Remodel - Vienna, VA
2 Navy Lane, LLC2 Navy Lane, LLC
Inspiration for a traditional staircase in DC Metro.
Obringer Extreme Stair Renovation
Obringer Extreme Stair Renovation
Southern Stair CompanySouthern Stair Company
Photo of a traditional staircase in Orlando.
Cape Cod Transformed
Cape Cod Transformed
Rehkamp Larson Architects, Inc.Rehkamp Larson Architects, Inc.
Inspiration for a classic straight wood railing staircase in Minneapolis.
Grade II Listed Townhouse Full Renovation
Grade II Listed Townhouse Full Renovation
Berkeley PlaceBerkeley Place
Inspiration for a classic carpeted wood railing staircase in Other.
Whole Apartment Renovation in Herne Hill
Whole Apartment Renovation in Herne Hill
Maya Salfati DesignsMaya Salfati Designs
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional painted wood wood railing staircase in London with carpeted 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.
Sorchan Churchtown, Dublin 14
Sorchan Churchtown, Dublin 14
New Hampshire InteriorsNew Hampshire Interiors
Inspiration for a traditional staircase in Dublin.
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