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Weston Modern
Weston Modern
The Lagasse Group, LLCThe Lagasse Group, LLC
Main stairwell at Weston Modern project. Architect: Stern McCafferty.
Design ideas for a large modern wood u-shaped staircase in Boston with open risers and feature lighting.
Organic Modern Mountain Home
Organic Modern Mountain Home
Living Stone Design + BuildLiving Stone Design + Build
Inspiration for a medium sized modern wood u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Other with wood risers.
Marmont Drive
Marmont Drive
Tracie Butler Interior DesignTracie Butler Interior Design
Val Riolo
Photo of a world-inspired wood u-shaped staircase in Los Angeles.
Urbane shingle style Residence
Urbane shingle style Residence
Polsky Perlstein ArchitectsPolsky Perlstein Architects
Mark Schwartz Photography
Victorian wood u-shaped staircase in San Francisco.
Rebecca Driggs Interiors_Raleigh NC
Rebecca Driggs Interiors_Raleigh NC
Sean Costello PhotographySean Costello Photography
©Sean Costello Photography
Coastal wood u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Raleigh with painted wood risers.
Hanna Park
Hanna Park
Prentiss Balance Wickline ArchitectsPrentiss Balance Wickline Architects
ye-h photography
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Seattle with wood risers.
Transitional Staircase
Transitional Staircase
Inspiration for a classic carpeted u-shaped staircase in Detroit with open risers.
Eagle Mountain Home
Eagle Mountain Home
Revival Arts | Architectural PhotographyRevival Arts | Architectural Photography
A glass and metal stairway sets the tone of a contemporary entrance. Tiled entry way flooring and lined stairway carpeting add interest. Design: Su Casa Design Photographer: Revival Arts
Draper Residence
Draper Residence
KGA Studio Architects, PCKGA Studio Architects, PC
Photo of a rustic wood u-shaped mixed railing staircase in Denver with open risers.
Queenslander, Fig Tree Pocket
Queenslander, Fig Tree Pocket
Elaine McKendry ArchitectElaine McKendry Architect
Elaine McKendry Architect
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Brisbane with wood risers.
Family Home with Outside Oasis
Family Home with Outside Oasis
Havlicek Builders Inc.Havlicek Builders Inc.
Design ideas for a traditional wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Chicago.
Woodlands Avenue
Woodlands Avenue
UserUser
Photography by Ben Anders and Juliet Murphy
Design ideas for a contemporary carpeted u-shaped wood railing staircase in London with carpeted risers.
2118BeechKnoll.com
2118BeechKnoll.com
E&K Vintage WoodE&K Vintage Wood
Dana Meilijson Reclaimed Weathered grey barn board used for stairs and flooring.
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Los Angeles with wood risers.
Margaret Fitzgibbon: Georgian
Margaret Fitzgibbon: Georgian
Connor Mill-Built HomesConnor Mill-Built Homes
Formal rail over staircase
Photo of a classic wood u-shaped staircase spindle in Burlington.
Georgetown Square
Georgetown Square
Shinberg Levinas Architectural DesignShinberg Levinas Architectural Design
The dark wood floor continues up the stairs, linking the library, dining room, and kitchen, to the master suite upstairs. Glass handrails are trimmed with minimal wood details. The walls remain white, allowing for display of artwork.
Brookside Retreat
Brookside Retreat
UserUser
Photography by: Werner Straube
Design ideas for a contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Chicago with wood risers.
Kirkland Traditional
Kirkland Traditional
RW Anderson HomesRW Anderson Homes
This is an example of a traditional wood u-shaped staircase in Seattle.
Rodman
Rodman
KUBE architectureKUBE architecture
Contemporary u-shaped mixed railing staircase in DC Metro with open risers.
Berkshire Retreat Interior stairs
Berkshire Retreat Interior stairs
Keuka Studios, IncKeuka Studios, Inc
Black Cables and Fittings on a wood interior staircase with black metal posts. Railings by Keuka Studios www.keuka-studios.com Photographer Dave Noonan
Craftsman Staircase
Craftsman Staircase
Photo of a world-inspired wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Boston with wood risers.

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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