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U-shaped Staircase with Wood Risers Ideas and Designs

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Midcentury Beach House
Midcentury Beach House
Stratos FormStratos Form
Photography by Aidin Mariscal
Medium sized midcentury wood u-shaped glass railing staircase in Orange County with wood risers.
Chevy Chase - Mid Century
Chevy Chase - Mid Century
Teass \ Warren ArchitectsTeass \ Warren Architects
This is an example of a medium sized retro wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in DC Metro with wood risers and wood walls.
Transitional Staircase
Transitional Staircase
Inspiration for a classic wood u-shaped glass railing staircase in Houston with wood risers.
TCD Spring 2019 Showcase
TCD Spring 2019 Showcase
TCD HomesTCD Homes
Inspiration for a large contemporary wood u-shaped mixed railing staircase in Other with wood risers.
Sisal Taped Stair Runner Carpet to period property in Berkshire
Sisal Taped Stair Runner Carpet to period property in Berkshire
HighergroundHigherground
Our client chose a wool velvet by Ulster Carpets throughout six bedrooms, dressing rooms, landings and service staircases. The client opted for a bespoke taped stair runner carpet in Sisal by Crucial Trading from their Oriental collection to compliment the dark oak wood flooring, and age of the property. The carpet was cut to size on our first visit, taken to our workshop, and installed on our last day. The curved landing is a beautiful feature in this period property with the taped stair runner shadowing the curve perfectly.
Builder Model | Copper Ridge| New Braunfels, Texas
Builder Model | Copper Ridge| New Braunfels, Texas
MSA ARCHITECTURE + INTERIORSMSA ARCHITECTURE + INTERIORS
Design ideas for a traditional wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Austin with wood risers.
Rear deck stair leading to outdoor shower
Rear deck stair leading to outdoor shower
Daniel Contelmo ArchitectsDaniel Contelmo Architects
The rear pool deck has its own staircase, which leads down to their private beachfront. The base landing of the stair connects to an outdoor shower for rinsing off after a day in the sand. Photographer: Daniel Contelmo Jr.
Commerce Island Residence
Commerce Island Residence
TR Design Group "The" Residential Design GroupTR Design Group "The" Residential Design Group
Design ideas for a large traditional wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Detroit with wood risers.
Modern Lodge
Modern Lodge
Black Rock Construction Inc.Black Rock Construction Inc.
Ross Chandler
Large classic wood u-shaped mixed railing staircase in Other with wood risers and feature lighting.
Modern White
Modern White
Zetterberg Gregory DesignZetterberg Gregory Design
Design ideas for a large contemporary wood u-shaped glass railing staircase in Seattle with wood risers.
Custom Staircases & Railings
Custom Staircases & Railings
MJ Modern StairwaysMJ Modern Stairways
This is an example of a large modern wood u-shaped glass railing staircase in San Francisco with wood risers.
Greenbrier | 2016
Greenbrier | 2016
Coats HomesCoats Homes
Design ideas for a large traditional wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Dallas with wood risers.
Lake LBJ - Custom Waterfront
Lake LBJ - Custom Waterfront
Keith Wing Custom BuildersKeith Wing Custom Builders
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional wood u-shaped staircase in Austin with wood risers.
Kapushion
Kapushion
Miller Custom Homes, LLCMiller Custom Homes, LLC
Custom Wrought Iron Handrail, Reclaimed Oak flooring, Reclaimed Oak Timber Posts
Inspiration for a medium sized rustic wood u-shaped staircase in Denver with wood risers.
Westmoreland Terrace
Westmoreland Terrace
uvarchitectsuvarchitects
This tall, thin Pimlico townhouse was split across five stories with a dingy neglected courtyard garden to the rear. Our clients hired us to design a whole-house renovation and kitchen extension. Neighbouring houses had been denied planning permission for similar works, so we had our work cut out to ensure that our kitchen extension design would get planning consent. To start with, we conducted an extensive daylight analysis to prove that the new addition to the property would have no adverse effect on neighbours. We also drew up a 3D computer model to demonstrate that the frameless glass extension wouldn’t overpower the original building. To increase the sense of unity throughout the house, a key feature of our design was to incorporate integral rooflights across three of the stories, so that from the second floor terrace it was possible to look all the way down into the kitchen through aligning rooflights. This also ensured that the basement kitchen wouldn’t feel cramped or closed in by introducing more natural light.
Luxury Traditional Home in Dayton, OH
Luxury Traditional Home in Dayton, OH
WinteriorsWinteriors
This is an example of a large traditional wood u-shaped staircase in Other with wood risers.
Living Spaces
Living Spaces
Sean Clemons Painting, LLCSean Clemons Painting, LLC
This is an example of a large traditional wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Louisville with wood risers.
Whole House Remodel, Spring Harbor Madison, WI
Whole House Remodel, Spring Harbor Madison, WI
DC Interiors & RenovationsDC Interiors & Renovations
Inspiration for a large contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Other with wood risers.
Cresta Drive
Cresta Drive
Numa Brothers Construction Inc.Numa Brothers Construction Inc.
This is an example of a large classic wood u-shaped staircase in Los Angeles with wood risers.
Interior Architecture of Miami Indian Creek Home – Staircase
Interior Architecture of Miami Indian Creek Home – Staircase
Brian O'Keefe Architect, P.C.Brian O'Keefe Architect, P.C.
The intricate balustrade of this staircase incorporates wooden fretwork panels and ball top newel posts inspired by classical and historic designs. The polished wood floor has been crafted from wide plank solid walnut boards with a deep rich stain. Interior Architecture by Brian O'Keefe Architect, PC, with Interior Design by Marjorie Shushan. Featured in Architectural Digest. Photo by Liz Ordonoz.

U-shaped Staircase with Wood Risers 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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