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Victorian Wood Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Urbane shingle style Residence
Urbane shingle style Residence
Polsky Perlstein ArchitectsPolsky Perlstein Architects
Mark Schwartz Photography
Victorian wood u-shaped staircase in San Francisco.
Newport Victorian
Newport Victorian
Anthony Crisafulli PhotographyAnthony Crisafulli Photography
© Anthony Crisafulli 2014
Photo of a victorian wood staircase in Providence with painted wood risers.
Curving Staircase in the Entryway
Curving Staircase in the Entryway
ULFBUILTULFBUILT
This large and grand curving staircase gives this entryway an elegant and wider look. While the decorative animal horns above the door and the mirror along the entryway, gives an adventurous feeling and visual appeal to this space. It is a feat of craftsmanship for this traditional Euro style home. Built by ULFBUILT - General contractor of custom homes in Vail and Beaver Creek. Contact us today to learn more.
Custom Home, Middletown, New Jersey
Custom Home, Middletown, New Jersey
Rudolph ArchitectsRudolph Architects
Rudolph Architects designed this home in the Jersey Shore Shingle Style vocabulary. The 7,500 sf home is designed to take full advantage of the panoramic views across the river to the neighboring communities of Rumson, Red Bank and Fair Haven. Design features include; the Richardsonian form, use of columns and sweeping porches, the most prominent of which is the traditional wraparound porch on the entry level. The interior of the house is organized around an open stairwell. The vaulted ceiling above this stairwell draws daylight into the center of the home through the large Palladian window oriented south. As in many of the homes which we have completed, Rudolph Architects designed all of the interior trim work and built-in cabinetry.This home has been featured in several high-end design magazines.
Home on the Waves, Cohasset
Home on the Waves, Cohasset
Katie Rosenfeld DesignKatie Rosenfeld Design
This ocean-front shingled Gambrel style house is home to a young family with little kids who lead an active, outdoor lifestyle. My goal was to create a bespoke, colorful and eclectic interior that looked sophisticated and fresh, but that was tough enough to withstand salt, sand and wet kids galore. The palette of coral and blue is an obvious choice, but we tried to translate it into a less expected, slightly updated way, hence the front door! Liberal use of indoor-outdoor fabrics created a seamless appearance while preserving the utility needed for this full time seaside residence. photo: Michael J Lee Photography
Salt Lake City
Salt Lake City
Jackson & LeRoyJackson & LeRoy
Joshua Caldwell Photography
Design ideas for a large victorian wood u-shaped staircase in Salt Lake City.
Roger Oates Sudbury Brick stair runner carpet in Guildford Surrey
Roger Oates Sudbury Brick stair runner carpet in Guildford Surrey
HighergroundHigherground
Roger Oates Sudbury Brick stair runner carpet fitted to white painted staircase with Chrome stair rods.
This is an example of a medium sized victorian wood straight wood railing staircase in London with wood risers.
Mansion Christmas Decor
Mansion Christmas Decor
Foxy Interiors and Home StagingFoxy Interiors and Home Staging
The newel post is decorated in magnolia, sleigh bells and pine cones. Brenda Corder
Small victorian wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Other with wood risers.
San Ysidro Beverly Hills
San Ysidro Beverly Hills
Creative BuildersCreative Builders
This is an example of a large victorian wood spiral mixed railing staircase in Los Angeles with painted wood risers.
WEST HAMPSTEAD FAMILY HOUSE
WEST HAMPSTEAD FAMILY HOUSE
STEPHEN FLETCHER ARCHITECTSSTEPHEN FLETCHER ARCHITECTS
One of the real joys of this project was the restoration and refurbishment of the original staircase after many decades of subdivision. This leads from the double-height entrance hall (with new mosaic flooring to match the original) to the top of the house, past a beautiful new stained glass window by Aldo Diana. Photography: Bruce Hemming
Maremma Ln
Maremma Ln
Naddour's Custom Metalworks/Baltic Iron DoorsNaddour's Custom Metalworks/Baltic Iron Doors
Small victorian wood straight staircase in Orange County with wood risers.
Wilkins Mansion - Historic Preservation
Wilkins Mansion - Historic Preservation
ID Studio InteriorsID Studio Interiors
Inspiration for a small victorian wood spiral staircase in Other with wood risers.
Victorian Townhouse
Victorian Townhouse
Igloo DesignIgloo Design
by painting everything white we had the opportunity to highlight what we wanted to showcase. We used these Marcel Wanders glazed ceramic tiles on the risers highlight each step and create a playful invitation to the space above
Traditional Four-Square Revival
Traditional Four-Square Revival
Olson & Jones Construction, IncOlson & Jones Construction, Inc
Inspiration for a victorian wood l-shaped metal railing staircase in Portland with wood risers.
Florencia Model
Florencia Model
Alvarez HomesAlvarez Homes
Inspiration for a large victorian wood curved metal railing staircase in Tampa with wood risers.
A NEW PROJECT! Classic Seaside Shingle Style
A NEW PROJECT! Classic Seaside Shingle Style
Taste Design IncTaste Design Inc
Photography: Nat Rea
Photo of a victorian wood u-shaped staircase in Providence with feature lighting.
Roger Oates Swanson Light Grey stair runner carpet in
Roger Oates Swanson Light Grey stair runner carpet in
HighergroundHigherground
Roger Oates Swanson Light Grey stair runner carpet from the Shetland Collection fitted to white painted staircase in Fulham London
Photo of a medium sized victorian wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in London with wood risers.
Newport Victorian
Newport Victorian
Gale Goff ArchitectGale Goff Architect
Builder: Ed Lacross Photographer: Anthony Crisafulli Interior design: Kirby Goff ID
Design ideas for a victorian wood staircase in Providence with feature lighting.
Britt Carter & Co. Lake Forest Residence
Britt Carter & Co. Lake Forest Residence
Britt Carter & Co.Britt Carter & Co.
Interior Design by: Britt Carter
Design ideas for a victorian wood l-shaped staircase in Chicago with painted wood risers.
Terrell, TX: Tom & Nancy Aldinger
Terrell, TX: Tom & Nancy Aldinger
Sarah GreenmanSarah Greenman
Photo: Sarah Greenman © 2013 Houzz
Design ideas for a victorian wood staircase in Dallas with wood risers.

Victorian Wood 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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