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English Country Estate
English Country Estate
JD Smith Custom HomesJD Smith Custom Homes
Custom welded stair balusters and oak railing.
Inspiration for a classic staircase in Dallas.
Iron/Aluminum Exterior Railings - South NJ
Iron/Aluminum Exterior Railings - South NJ
Lomonaco's Iron Concepts & Home DecorLomonaco's Iron Concepts & Home Decor
Lomonaco's Iron Concepts & Home Decor
This is an example of a traditional staircase in Philadelphia.
Box Newel Theme Stair Project/ Waters Edge Estates/ Vero Beach FL
Box Newel Theme Stair Project/ Waters Edge Estates/ Vero Beach FL
Southern Stair CompanySouthern Stair Company
Kevin Jones
This is an example of a classic staircase in Orlando.
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Box Newel Theme Stair Project/ Waters Edge Estates/ Vero Beach FL
Box Newel Theme Stair Project/ Waters Edge Estates/ Vero Beach FL
Southern Stair CompanySouthern Stair Company
Kevin Jones
Photo of a classic staircase in Orlando.
Box Newel Theme Stair Project/ Waters Edge Estates/ Vero Beach FL
Box Newel Theme Stair Project/ Waters Edge Estates/ Vero Beach FL
Southern Stair CompanySouthern Stair Company
Kevin Jones
Inspiration for a classic staircase in Orlando.
Steel ornamental balusters with wood handrail
Steel ornamental balusters with wood handrail
Capozzoli StairworksCapozzoli Stairworks
Custom railing with wood newel post, ornamental painted steel balusters and traditional handrail made by Capozzoli Stairworks . Please visit our website www.thecapo.us or contact us at 609-635-1265 for more information about our products. Project location: Lawerenceville, NJ
General Photos
General Photos
Peter Dorne ArchitectsPeter Dorne Architects
Inspiration for a traditional wood curved staircase in New York.
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Composite Deck
Composite Deck
Phillip F Gaudette Construction Co.Phillip F Gaudette Construction Co.
Design ideas for a classic staircase in Boston.
Decks and Outdoor spaces
Decks and Outdoor spaces
Miles Deck ConstructionMiles Deck Construction
dNice eand bright at night.
Photo of a medium sized traditional staircase in Philadelphia.
Bryant Residence 2007
Bryant Residence 2007
Trey Cole Design & ConstructionTrey Cole Design & Construction
Trey Cole Design
Inspiration for a classic staircase in Other.
Needham Damon
Needham Damon
Blueprint PropertiesBlueprint Properties
Traditional staircase in Boston.
Wilderstein Holiday Tour
Wilderstein Holiday Tour
Rikki SnyderRikki Snyder
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This is an example of a classic staircase in New York.
Smith Cabin
Smith Cabin
Nguyen Architects, Inc.Nguyen Architects, Inc.
Paul Owen of Owen Photo, http://owenphoto.net/.
Classic staircase in Minneapolis.
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Menlo Park New Home with Basement
Menlo Park New Home with Basement
Allwood Construction IncAllwood Construction Inc
Design ideas for a traditional staircase in San Francisco.
Solaris Inc.
Solaris Inc.
Solaris Inc.Solaris Inc.
This is an example of a classic staircase in Charleston.
2008 Parade Home by Celtic
2008 Parade Home by Celtic
Celtic Custom HomesCeltic Custom Homes
Old World staircase, hands down one of my favorites in all the years I've been building. I would have liked the wood panels to go all the way up, but owners didn't want it. We used carpet vs. full wood tread since they have small children.
Classic staircase
Classic staircase
Prestige MetalPrestige Metal
The subtle and delicate intertwining curves have design appeal that will entice even the hardest to please! T 040, T 040-2 and T 040-2M balusters Venetian Gold

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.
Composite deck staircase with path lights
Composite deck staircase with path lights
Clearwater Landscape & NurseryClearwater Landscape & Nursery
Residence located in Glenwood, Maryland. Photographed By: Rachel Baumgarten
Design ideas for a classic staircase in Baltimore.
Urban Homestead
Urban Homestead
Cuppett Kilpatrick Architecture + Interior DesignCuppett Kilpatrick Architecture + Interior Design
All images by Paul Bardagjy & Jonathan Jackson
Design ideas for a traditional wood staircase in Austin.
Malinard Manor - Stairwell
Malinard Manor - Stairwell
Cravotta InteriorsCravotta Interiors
Design ideas for a traditional staircase in Austin.
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