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IS ArchitectureIS Architecture
This is an example of a large classic wood u-shaped staircase in San Diego with painted wood risers.
Award Winning Curving Stair
Award Winning Curving Stair
Clawson Architects, LLCClawson Architects, LLC
Clawson Architects designed the Main Entry/Stair Hall, flooding the space with natural light on both the first and second floors while enhancing views and circulation with more thoughtful space allocations and period details. AIA Gold Medal Winner for Interior Architectural Element.
Villanova Residence - stair hall
Villanova Residence - stair hall
Archer & Buchanan Architecture, Ltd.Archer & Buchanan Architecture, Ltd.
Photographer: Tom Crane
Large classic wood straight staircase spindle in Philadelphia.
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2017 Southern Living Showcase- Bluejack National
2017 Southern Living Showcase- Bluejack National
Morning Star Builders LTDMorning Star Builders LTD
Mike Kaskel
Photo of a large classic wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in Houston with painted wood risers.
Castle Pines Modern
Castle Pines Modern
Cadre General ContractorsCadre General Contractors
This is an example of a contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Denver with wood risers and under stair storage.
Coastal Living | Davis Island | Interior Design
Coastal Living | Davis Island | Interior Design
Studio M Interior DesignStudio M Interior Design
Daniel Newcomb
Inspiration for a coastal wood staircase in Tampa.
Gatti Apartment 3 for Peek Architecture
Gatti Apartment 3 for Peek Architecture
Alex Maguire PhotographyAlex Maguire Photography
Alex Maguire
Photo of a rustic wood curved staircase in London with open risers.
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Chestnut Hill Residence & Studio Office
Chestnut Hill Residence & Studio Office
MANDARINA STUDIO interior designMANDARINA STUDIO interior design
Ben Gebo
Photo of a medium sized classic wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in Boston with painted wood risers.
Breezy Brentwood
Breezy Brentwood
Jill Wolff Interior DesignJill Wolff Interior Design
http://belairphotography.com/contact.html
Design ideas for a classic wood staircase in Los Angeles.
Traditional Staircase
Traditional Staircase
Traditional wood staircase in DC Metro.
Sugar Bowl Residence - John Maniscalco Architecture
Sugar Bowl Residence - John Maniscalco Architecture
John Maniscalco ArchitectureJohn Maniscalco Architecture
This is an example of a midcentury wood staircase in Sacramento with open risers.
Stair Hall
Stair Hall
Charlie & Co. Design, LtdCharlie & Co. Design, Ltd
Photo of a traditional wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Minneapolis with painted wood risers and feature lighting.
Kaplan Wright House LA
Kaplan Wright House LA
David Churchill - Architectural PhotographerDavid Churchill - Architectural Photographer
This is an example of a modern staircase in Los Angeles with under stair storage.
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Modern Oceanfront Home
Modern Oceanfront Home
NXG StudioNXG Studio
Brantley Photography
Photo of a large contemporary wood spiral metal railing staircase in Miami 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.
In Living Color : Wellesley
In Living Color : Wellesley
Katie Rosenfeld DesignKatie Rosenfeld Design
Classic wood staircase in Boston with feature lighting.
2009 Southern Accents Showhome
2009 Southern Accents Showhome
Period Homes, Inc.Period Homes, Inc.
Photo by Emily Minton Redfield
This is an example of a traditional wood staircase in Dallas with wood risers.

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.
Whelan-Funston
Whelan-Funston
John Lum Architecture, Inc. AIAJohn Lum Architecture, Inc. AIA
This is an example of a contemporary wood wire cable railing staircase in San Francisco.
Shingle Style Stair Tower and Bench
Shingle Style Stair Tower and Bench
LDa Architecture & InteriorsLDa Architecture & Interiors
This is an example of a victorian wood u-shaped staircase in Boston.
Foyer, Historic Townhouse, Brooklyn, New York
Foyer, Historic Townhouse, Brooklyn, New York
Vanni Archive/Architectural PhotographyVanni Archive/Architectural Photography
Design ideas for a small traditional wood curved wood railing staircase in New York with painted wood risers and feature lighting.
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