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U-shaped Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Warm Woods
Warm Woods
J.A. Hand Construction, Inc.J.A. Hand Construction, Inc.
This is an example of a contemporary wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Portland with wood risers.
Luxurious South Kensington home
Luxurious South Kensington home
Teresa Superville PhotographyTeresa Superville Photography
Traditional carpeted u-shaped staircase in London with carpeted risers.
Woodside Modern
Woodside Modern
Studio S Squared Architecture, Inc.Studio S Squared Architecture, Inc.
This is an example of a contemporary wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in San Francisco with open risers.
In riva alla Laguna di Grado
In riva alla Laguna di Grado
Eurocase FriuliEurocase Friuli
oakstudio
Design ideas for a medium sized modern wood u-shaped staircase in Other with wood risers.
Indoor-Outdoor House
Indoor-Outdoor House
RAM WindowsRAM Windows
Beautiful modern living space with lavish amounts of pocket and hinge doors creating a perfect balance of indoor-outdoor living. McVaugh Custom Homes
Condo Renovation
Condo Renovation
SweisKlossSweisKloss
The staircase was completely redesigned to serve as a stunning focal point and accentuate the three-story ceiling.
Design ideas for a contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Los Angeles.
Glass Railing
Glass Railing
Metal InnovationsMetal Innovations
Stainless Steel Glass Rail Malibu 2
Photo of a contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Los Angeles with wood risers.
Vermont Lake Home
Vermont Lake Home
Elizabeth Herrmann architecture + designElizabeth Herrmann architecture + design
Elizabeth Herrmann architecture + design
Design ideas for a contemporary wood u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Burlington with wood risers.
North Bay Road Residence
North Bay Road Residence
Choeff Levy Fischman, P.A.Choeff Levy Fischman, P.A.
A modern floating staircase creates emphasizes transparency. Photo by: Lifestyle Production Group
Design ideas for a contemporary wood u-shaped glass railing staircase in Miami with open risers.
Arch. G.A. Frallonardo - Casa D N C a Bari
Arch. G.A. Frallonardo - Casa D N C a Bari
Studio TartaglioneStudio Tartaglione
Antonio e Roberto Tartaglione
Contemporary glass u-shaped staircase in Bari with open risers.
Topar
Topar
SDG Architecture, Inc.SDG Architecture, Inc.
Photographer: Dean J. Birinyi
Photo of a contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in San Francisco with wood risers and feature lighting.
modern san francisco great room by building down
modern san francisco great room by building down
building Lab, inc.building Lab, inc.
Floating stairs are crafted from solid oak beams salvaged from a barn in Oregon. The stringer is black painted steel. The enclosed stairwell acts as a sculptural anchor. Behind the stairwell on the left is a laundry closet concealed by a large sliding door and steps leading up to the mud room. photos by scott hargis
Forest house - загородный дом
Forest house - загородный дом
Антон Петров | ANTON PETROV Unique HomeАнтон Петров | ANTON PETROV Unique Home
Photo of a contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Moscow with open risers.
French Villas
French Villas
Fabric SpaceFabric Space
Inspiration for a large contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Other with wood risers and feature lighting.
Toh Yi House
Toh Yi House
Ming ArchitectsMing Architects
Edward Hendricks
Design ideas for a contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Singapore with wood risers and a feature wall.
Modern Peninsula Estate
Modern Peninsula Estate
Lencioni ConstructionLencioni Construction
Design ideas for a modern wood u-shaped staircase in San Francisco with open risers.
The Skyline
The Skyline
Bauhaus Custom HomesBauhaus Custom Homes
Costa Christ Media
Contemporary wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Dallas with open risers.
Winn Wittman Architecture
Winn Wittman Architecture
Winn Wittman Architecture A.I.A.Winn Wittman Architecture A.I.A.
Medium sized industrial wood u-shaped glass railing staircase in Austin with open risers and feature lighting.
Azalea 3
Azalea 3
Hayes Signature HomesHayes Signature Homes
Contemporary wood u-shaped glass railing staircase in Dallas with wood risers.
Ibisco Glass - Mod.D
Ibisco Glass - Mod.D
New Living ScaleNew Living Scale
La trasparenza del vetro unita alla solidità del ferro per una creazione unica che ben si sposa con la scala in muratura esistente e con l'arredamento classico della casa.

U-shaped Staircase Ideas and Designs

A beautiful 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 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 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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