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猫と暮らす家
猫と暮らす家
一級建築士事務所Bois設計室一級建築士事務所Bois設計室
階段下にTV置き場と猫のトイレも設置。
Small traditional wood floating wood railing staircase in Tokyo with open risers and under stair storage.
Mill Valley Historical Remodel
Mill Valley Historical Remodel
Rasmussen ConstructionRasmussen Construction
Richardson Architects Jonathan Mitchell Photography
Small traditional staircase in San Francisco.
St.Petersburg, #ДомВСамомСердцеПетербурга
St.Petersburg, #ДомВСамомСердцеПетербурга
Jeanne BundakovaJeanne Bundakova
design: J. Bundakova photo: I. Sorokin
Design ideas for a small traditional metal spiral metal railing staircase in Saint Petersburg.
London Townhouse Makeover 2016
London Townhouse Makeover 2016
Creative Woodwork LtdCreative Woodwork Ltd
Small classic staircase in London with under stair storage.
Fenway Condominium - Ladder
Fenway Condominium - Ladder
Haycon Inc.Haycon Inc.
This condominium in Boston’s famous Fenway neighborhood required a full renovation of the kitchen and bathroom. Working with the designer to maximize space was focus of this project. Exchanging the spiral staircase for a custom ladder to the roof was just one of the space saving features in this design. Custom millwork and high end finishes help make this modest space seem spacious and airy.
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.
Craftsman Bedroom/Bath Addition in Rockridge
Craftsman Bedroom/Bath Addition in Rockridge
FMSProjects, Inc.FMSProjects, Inc.
Small classic wood u-shaped staircase in San Francisco with painted wood risers.
Stone Country Estate
Stone Country Estate
Island ArchitectsIsland Architects
Panelled Mahogany Library, Office and Spiral Stair
Design ideas for a small traditional wood spiral staircase in New York with open risers.
Purdue Perfection
Purdue Perfection
Robert Elliott Custom HomesRobert Elliott Custom Homes
Nathan Schroder Photography BK Design Studio Robert Elliott Custom Homes
This is an example of a small classic staircase in Dallas.
Forged Iron Spiral Staircase
Forged Iron Spiral Staircase
Paragon StairsParagon Stairs
Photo of a small classic wood spiral staircase in Minneapolis with open risers.
Entrance hallway staircase
Entrance hallway staircase
Mia Karlsson Interior Design LtdMia Karlsson Interior Design Ltd
Photo of a small classic painted wood straight staircase in London with painted wood risers.
Historical St. Paul Renovation
Historical St. Paul Renovation
Fluidesign StudioFluidesign Studio
Building Design, Plans, and Interior Finishes by: Fluidesign Studio I Builder: Anchor Builders I Photographer: sethbennphoto.com
This is an example of a small traditional wood straight staircase in Minneapolis with painted wood risers.
"The Blues" Kitchen
"The Blues" Kitchen
Brilliant SABrilliant SA
Designed by Jordan Smith of Brilliant SA and built by the BSA team. Copyright Brilliant SA
Small classic staircase in Other.
Storage Design for under stairway
Storage Design for under stairway
Melissa McLay InteriorsMelissa McLay Interiors
Melissa McLay Interiors
Inspiration for a small traditional wood curved staircase in DC Metro with painted wood risers and under stair storage.
Anthony Wilder Design/Build, Inc. creates a "House of Light."
Anthony Wilder Design/Build, Inc. creates a "House of Light."
Anthony Wilder Design/Build, Inc.Anthony Wilder Design/Build, Inc.
Photography by Morgan Howarth
Photo of a small traditional spiral staircase in DC Metro.
The Levade
The Levade
Holloway Company Inc.Holloway Company Inc.
Design ideas for a small classic wood l-shaped mixed railing staircase in DC Metro with painted wood risers.
Arts and Crafts Style Custom Home
Arts and Crafts Style Custom Home
Cool Mountain Construction, Inc.Cool Mountain Construction, Inc.
Small traditional wood straight staircase in Other with painted wood risers.
Shelter Island House, Shelter Island NY
Shelter Island House, Shelter Island NY
Studio Geiger ArchitectureStudio Geiger Architecture
Design ideas for a small traditional wood u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in New York with wood risers.
Grove Avenue "The Phoenix"
Grove Avenue "The Phoenix"
Patrick Farley ArchitectPatrick Farley Architect
view from the dining room, showing custom shelving and staircase Photo by Jeff Saxman, Saxman Photography
Design ideas for a small classic wood straight staircase in Richmond with painted wood risers.
Washington Manor
Washington Manor
Sal Paone BuilderSal Paone Builder
Inspiration for a small classic wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Philadelphia with wood risers.

Small 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.
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