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Victorian Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Mansion Christmas Decor
Mansion Christmas Decor
Foxy Interiors and Home StagingFoxy Interiors and Home Staging
Decorations were placed at the bottom of the banister instead of on top of the banister. Pine, magnolia and cranberries were the main theme. Brenda Corder
Entry Way With Spiral Staircase of Private Residence in Indian Hill, Ohio
Entry Way With Spiral Staircase of Private Residence in Indian Hill, Ohio
CORE Resources IncCORE Resources Inc
Inspiration for a victorian staircase in Cincinnati.
Folk Victorian
Folk Victorian
Mason & Son Design & BuildMason & Son Design & Build
This is an example of a victorian staircase in Atlanta.
Project Clark Ave Restoration
Project Clark Ave Restoration
Chelsea Design CompanyChelsea Design Company
Restored Original Staircase & Curved Bench
This is an example of a victorian wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in St Louis with wood risers.
We removed all carpet on stairway and prepare to refinish the hardwood stairs
We removed all carpet on stairway and prepare to refinish the hardwood stairs
Chris Haltom Floors Inc.Chris Haltom Floors Inc.
PETCHAREE TAMAWONG
Photo of a victorian staircase in San Francisco.
Victorian Renovation
Victorian Renovation
Sacred Oak HomesSacred Oak Homes
Designed and Built by Sacred Oak Homes Photo by Stephen G. Donaldson
Photo of a victorian wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in Boston with wood risers.
45Teel Restored Front Stair
45Teel Restored Front Stair
Aurora Architects + BuildersAurora Architects + Builders
The front staircase of this historic Second Empire Victorian home was beautifully detailed but dark and in need of restoration. It gained lots of light and became a focal point when we removed the walls that formerly enclosed the living spaces. Adding a small window brought even more light. We meticulously restored the balusters, newel posts, curved plaster, and trim. It took finesse to integrate the existing stair with newly leveled floor, raised ceiling, and changes to adjoining walls. The copper color accent wall really brings out the elegant line of this staircase.
Riverside Victorian Kitchen & Baths Modernized
Riverside Victorian Kitchen & Baths Modernized
Liv Companies LLC Design + BuildLiv Companies LLC Design + Build
Inspiration for a victorian staircase in Chicago.
Colour Block
Colour Block
Barbara Cortesi InteriorsBarbara Cortesi Interiors
Inspiration for a large victorian carpeted u-shaped staircase in London.
Victorian Restored
Victorian Restored
Charlie Allen Renovations, Inc.Charlie Allen Renovations, Inc.
Way back in the late 1970s, the owners of an 1894 Victorian in Somerville hired Charlie Allen Renovations to renovate and restore their home, a landmark property that had been divided into apartments and lost some of its period charm. This was a memorable project and it was a shock when the homeowners called in December 2014 to let us know that their home had been badly damaged by a fire. They asked if we could once again restore it to its original prominence. This time nearly every original element of the home needed to be restored or rebuilt. We began the process by carefully removing all original moulding and paneling, which was then catalogued, thoroughly cleaned, and stored away. Belfor, a property restoration firm, was hired to remove soot and smoky odors, which required opening the walls and then rebuilding them. Numerous decorative elements throughout the home, including an intricate stained glass window in the dining room, had been too badly damaged to be restored; these were carefully remade by both our talented team and by an exceptional group of project partners, to match their original design. All of the windows in the house had to be replaced, and all of its floors needed to be refinished. Tile hearth surrounding the dining room fireplace and the living room fireplace mantel and surround were removed, cleaned, and replaced. The homeowners also took the opportunity to have some long-desired renovations accomplished, including remodeling the outdated kitchen, which now features an expansive island, pantry closet, new cork flooring, backsplash, and greenhouse window. Today, the house is fully both meticulously restored and remodeled, and the owners are happily back home. At its conclusion, the project was awarded with the Somerville Historic Preservation Commission’s 2017 Directors Award and a 2018 Contractor of the Year Gold Award. Along with Belfor, additional project partners include Jackson Schillaci Woodworking, master finisher Wayne Towle, and Jim Anderson Stained Glass. Photo by Shelly Harrison Photography
Award-Winning Victorian Remodel in Petaluma, CA
Award-Winning Victorian Remodel in Petaluma, CA
Leff Construction Design/BuildLeff Construction Design/Build
Treve Johnson Photography
Photo of a victorian staircase in San Francisco.
Victorian Remodel
Victorian Remodel
Spang Builders, Inc.Spang Builders, Inc.
This is an example of a large victorian staircase in Portland Maine.
Victorian Staircase
Victorian Staircase
Fort Wayne Stair PartsFort Wayne Stair Parts
Tim Delagrange
Victorian staircase in Other.
426 E. Wayne
426 E. Wayne
Fort Wayne ListedFort Wayne Listed
Emily Caso
Victorian staircase in Other.
Victorian Cottage
Victorian Cottage
HSEarchitectsHSEarchitects
This is an example of a victorian wood staircase in Denver with wood risers.
Stair Detail
Stair Detail
Lapis Design PartnersLapis Design Partners
Victorian staircase in San Francisco.
Pippin Mader
Pippin Mader
Upton's MillworkUpton's Millwork
Vertical Fir hand rail with custom turn newel post
Victorian wood straight staircase in Sacramento with wood risers.
Стимпанк
Стимпанк
GothartGothart
Inspiration for a large victorian wood curved wood railing staircase in Other with wood risers.
Academy Apartments
Academy Apartments
Blake H. Held, Architect, PLLCBlake H. Held, Architect, PLLC
Spiral Stair
Inspiration for a medium sized victorian wood spiral metal railing staircase in New York with open risers.
Residence
Residence
Kris Shaffer InteriorsKris Shaffer Interiors
This is an example of a medium sized victorian carpeted u-shaped staircase in Boston with carpeted risers.

Victorian Staircase Ideas and Designs

A beautiful victorian 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 victorian 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 victorian 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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