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Pinney DesignsPinney Designs
Complete Custom Basement / Lower Level Renovation. Photography by: Ben Gebo For Before and After Photos please see our Facebook Account. https://www.facebook.com/pages/Pinney-Designs/156913921096192
Toronto Restoration
Toronto Restoration
Heintzman Sanborn Architecture~Interior DesignHeintzman Sanborn Architecture~Interior Design
Georgian stair hall.
Design ideas for a large classic wood staircase in Toronto with painted wood risers.
Spiral Stair
Spiral Stair
CFH Design StudioCFH Design Studio
Photo credit: Eric Marcus of E.M. Marcus Photography http://www.emmarcusphotography.com
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Showhouse at Cavitt Ranch
Showhouse at Cavitt Ranch
The Hills GroupThe Hills Group
Photographer Kat Alves
Photo of a classic wood wire cable railing staircase in Sacramento with wood risers.
Ash Nantucket staircase
Ash Nantucket staircase
Highgate BuildersHighgate Builders
Photo of a traditional wood staircase in Chicago.
Kirkland Traditional
Kirkland Traditional
RW Anderson HomesRW Anderson Homes
This is an example of a traditional wood u-shaped staircase in Seattle.
Fallstone Mill Drive
Fallstone Mill Drive
Whalen Custom HomesWhalen Custom Homes
Photo of a large classic carpeted l-shaped metal railing staircase in St Louis with carpeted risers.
Villanova Transformation
Villanova Transformation
Eberlein Design Consultants Ltd.Eberlein Design Consultants Ltd.
Classic wood l-shaped staircase in Philadelphia.
Stair Hall
Stair Hall
Michael Abrams InteriorsMichael Abrams Interiors
Inspiration for a traditional staircase in Chicago with feature lighting.
brantley palmer
brantley palmer
Jamestown BuildersJamestown Builders
all photos by joe kingry photography
Design ideas for a classic wood staircase in Denver with painted wood risers.
Wine Cellar
Wine Cellar
Renovation ArtistryRenovation Artistry
Wine Cellar Photos:Rebecca Zurstadt-Peterson
Inspiration for a large traditional wood straight staircase in Portland with wood risers.
Front Entry and Main Staircase with spiral balusters and oval window
Front Entry and Main Staircase with spiral balusters and oval window
Erotas Custom BuildingErotas Custom Building
Quaint New England Style Lake Home Architectural Designer: Peter MacDonald of Peter Stafford MacDonald and Company Interior Designer: Jeremy Wunderlich (of Hanson Nobles Wunderlich)
St. Davids Terrace
St. Davids Terrace
Optimise HomeOptimise Home
Classic wood staircase in Dublin.
Transitional Staircase
Transitional Staircase
Design ideas for a classic staircase in New York.
Bridgeland Jewel Box
Bridgeland Jewel Box
Marre Design GroupMarre Design Group
Medium sized classic carpeted u-shaped staircase in Calgary with carpeted risers.
Refurbishing in Chelsea
Refurbishing in Chelsea
space + style by Marco Joe Fazio Ltdspace + style by Marco Joe Fazio Ltd
© Marco Joe Fazio, LBIPP
Photo of a classic wood staircase in Surrey with open risers.
O Yard
O Yard
MH Costa Construction LtdMH Costa Construction Ltd
Design ideas for a classic wood staircase in London with painted wood risers.
Maureen Residence
Maureen Residence
Rill ArchitectsRill Architects
Photo by Kay Kim/Rill Architects
Traditional staircase in DC Metro.
Hampton House
Hampton House
M.S. ArchitectureM.S. Architecture
Inspiration for a traditional wood l-shaped 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.
2015 Midwest Home Luxury Home #6
2015 Midwest Home Luxury Home #6
Spacecrafting / Architectural PhotographySpacecrafting / Architectural Photography
Builder: Carl M. Hansen Companies - Photo: Spacecrafting Photography
Classic wood u-shaped staircase in Minneapolis with painted wood risers.
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