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The Coach House
The Coach House
McLean QuinlanMcLean Quinlan
The main staircase was repositioned and redesigned to improve flow and to sit more comfortable with the building’s muted classical aesthetic. Similarly, new panelled and arched door and window linings were designed to accord with the original arched openings of the coach house.
Colourful Georgian Townhouse, Cheltenham
Colourful Georgian Townhouse, Cheltenham
Completion Interior Design & ArchitectureCompletion Interior Design & Architecture
Photo of a traditional straight wood railing staircase in Gloucestershire with wainscoting.
Calender
Calender
ALLEN ARCHITECTURE LLCALLEN ARCHITECTURE LLC
Brian McWeeney
Photo of a traditional wood straight metal railing staircase in Dallas with painted wood risers.
Villanova Residence - stair hall
Villanova Residence - stair hall
Archer & Buchanan Architecture, Ltd.Archer & Buchanan Architecture, Ltd.
Photographer: Tom Crane
Large classic wood straight staircase spindle in Philadelphia.
Dunwoody-Kitchen
Dunwoody-Kitchen
LT Home Designs, LLCLT Home Designs, LLC
Brent Rivers Photography
This is an example of a medium sized classic wood straight mixed railing staircase in Atlanta.
Lake Forest Master Suite
Lake Forest Master Suite
Bailey Remodeling and Construction LLCBailey Remodeling and Construction LLC
Bill Worley
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional wood straight mixed railing staircase in Louisville with painted wood risers and feature lighting.
Luxury Basement Renovation
Luxury Basement Renovation
Fein Construction LLCFein Construction LLC
Who says basements have to be boring? This stunning luxury basement finishing in Kinnelon, NJ sets the bar pretty high. With a full wine cellar, beautiful moulding work, a basement bar, a full bath, pool table & full kitchen, these basement ideas were the perfect touch to a great home remodeling.
Indigo Tiny Home
Indigo Tiny Home
Driftwood Homes USADriftwood Homes USA
Tom Jenkins
Small classic wood straight staircase in Atlanta with painted wood risers and under stair storage.
Basement staircase
Basement staircase
The Stone Masonry Company LimitedThe Stone Masonry Company Limited
Stone staircase leading to basement. open treads portland limestone.
Design ideas for a medium sized classic straight staircase in London.
102_Straight-Freestanding Stairs/Landing in Barn Style Home, Leesburg VA 20175
102_Straight-Freestanding Stairs/Landing in Barn Style Home, Leesburg VA 20175
Century Stair CompanyCentury Stair Company
Special care was taken by Century Stair Company to build the architect's and owner's vision of a craftsman style three-level staircase in a bright and airy floor plan with soaring 19'curved/cathedral ceilings and exposed beams. The stairs furnished the rustic living space with warm oak rails and modern vertical black/satin balusters. Century built a freestanding stair and landing between the second and third level to adapt and to maintain the home's livability and comfort. CSC 1976-2023 © Century Stair Company ® All rights reserved.
Indian Hills Remodel
Indian Hills Remodel
restyle design, llcrestyle design, llc
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional carpeted straight metal railing staircase in Denver with tongue and groove walls and under stair storage.
Stairway
Stairway
Angela Reynolds DesignsAngela Reynolds Designs
Expansive classic wood straight metal railing staircase in Miami with wood risers and wallpapered walls.
Traditional in a Colorado Ranch Setting
Traditional in a Colorado Ranch Setting
Designscapes Colorado Inc.Designscapes Colorado Inc.
The staircase lined with granite retaining walls are filled with perennials and shrubs that are deer proof and drought-tolerant.
Inspiration for a medium sized classic concrete straight staircase in Denver.
Beverly Ave- Glendale
Beverly Ave- Glendale
Fusion Builders LLCFusion Builders LLC
This is an example of a large traditional wood straight mixed railing staircase in St Louis with painted wood risers.
Stairs and Railings
Stairs and Railings
Legacy Contracting LLCLegacy Contracting LLC
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional wood straight wood railing staircase in New York with painted wood risers.
Pond House Interior Stair
Pond House Interior Stair
UserUser
Pond House interior stairwell with Craftsman detailing and hardwood floors. Gridley Graves
Inspiration for a medium sized classic wood straight wood railing staircase in Atlanta with painted wood risers.
Ashford Glen
Ashford Glen
Lauren Nicole DesignsLauren Nicole Designs
Traditional carpeted straight mixed railing staircase in Charlotte with painted wood risers.
Living Rooms
Living Rooms
Powell Brower InteriorsPowell Brower Interiors
Photo by Helen Norman
Photo of a classic carpeted straight wood railing staircase in DC Metro with carpeted risers.
Craftsman Modern
Craftsman Modern
WJM ArchitectWJM Architect
Inspiration for a large traditional wood straight mixed railing staircase in New York with wood risers.
Wicker Park Transitional
Wicker Park Transitional
Summer Thornton Design, IncSummer Thornton Design, Inc
Photo of a medium sized classic wood straight wood railing staircase in Chicago with painted wood risers.

Traditional Straight 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.
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