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Margarido Staircase
Margarido Staircase
California Closets of TennesseeCalifornia Closets of Tennessee
Creative shelving above the stairs adds entryway storage in a fresh way.
Design ideas for a small contemporary staircase in Nashville with under stair storage.
Shelter Island Beach House
Shelter Island Beach House
Wettling ArchitectsWettling Architects
This is an example of a coastal staircase in New York.
Sag Harbor
Sag Harbor
Breese ArchitectsBreese Architects
Keith Scott Morton
This is an example of an expansive beach style wood l-shaped staircase in Boston with painted wood risers.
Campana Road
Campana Road
Jo Cowen ArchitectsJo Cowen Architects
Light well stairs with quartz walls.
This is an example of a small contemporary curved staircase in London with tiled risers.
College Place Townhouse
College Place Townhouse
UserUser
Emily Andrews
Inspiration for a traditional l-shaped staircase in New York.
Basement Remodel - Nantucket
Basement Remodel - Nantucket
Jonathan Raith Inc.Jonathan Raith Inc.
Nantucket Architectural Photography
Medium sized nautical wood staircase in Boston with painted wood risers.
Contemporary Staircase
Contemporary Staircase
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary wood l-shaped staircase in London with wood risers.
Bright English Beach Cottage
Bright English Beach Cottage
Alison Kandler Interior DesignAlison Kandler Interior Design
Main stairs
Inspiration for a shabby-chic style painted wood staircase in Los Angeles with painted wood risers and feature lighting.
Staircase Screen
Staircase Screen
DiGiacomo Homes & RenovationDiGiacomo Homes & Renovation
General Contractor: Rocky DiGiacomo, DiGiacomo Homes & Renovation, Inc. Architect of Record: Ryan Fish, AIA Interior Designer: Gigi DiGiacomo, DiGiacomo Homes & Renovation, Inc. Photo Credit: Markert Photo, Inc.
Amhurst Road
Amhurst Road
Poulsom Middlehurst LtdPoulsom Middlehurst Ltd
Adam Scott Photography
Medium sized scandinavian straight wood railing staircase in London with under stair storage.
My Houzz: Modern Annex Renovation
My Houzz: Modern Annex Renovation
Andrew Snow PhotographyAndrew Snow Photography
Photo: Andrew Snow © 2014 Houzz
Contemporary staircase in Toronto.
CourtField Gardens, Kensington
CourtField Gardens, Kensington
Maxwell & Company ArchitectsMaxwell & Company Architects
Peter Landers
Design ideas for a contemporary glass railing staircase in London.
Butler Barn
Butler Barn
Don Harris, ArchitectDon Harris, Architect
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary wood l-shaped staircase in Austin with painted wood risers.
M-G Residence
M-G Residence
JWT AssociatesJWT Associates
Custom designed wallpaper on the stair risers. Photo by Lee Manning Photography
Inspiration for a bohemian wood l-shaped staircase in Los Angeles with painted wood risers.
Up, Up and Away
Up, Up and Away
Moon DesignMoon Design
This is an example of a contemporary painted wood staircase in Other with painted wood risers.
London family residence
London family residence
Susan Fisher PhotographySusan Fisher Photography
Susan Fisher Plotner/Susan Fisher Photography
This is an example of a contemporary wood straight staircase in London.
Little Boltons - Helical Staircase
Little Boltons - Helical Staircase
Elite Metalcraft Co. LtdElite Metalcraft Co. Ltd
Slawek Sawicki
Inspiration for a contemporary wood staircase in London with wood risers.
Bethesda, MD Rustic Transitional Basement Makeover
Bethesda, MD Rustic Transitional Basement Makeover
FineCraft Contractors, Inc.FineCraft Contractors, Inc.
Location: Bethesda, MD, USA This total revamp turned out better than anticipated leaving the clients thrilled with the outcome. Finecraft Contractors, Inc. Interior Designer: Anna Cave Susie Soleimani Photography Blog: http://graciousinteriors.blogspot.com/2016/07/from-cellar-to-stellar-lower-level.html
Contemporary home
Contemporary home
Arnal PhotographyArnal Photography
Designed by Modus Architects
Inspiration for a modern wood glass railing staircase in Toronto with wood risers.
Stoneham Residence
Stoneham Residence
B&D Building & RemodelingB&D Building & Remodeling
This is an example of a contemporary wood l-shaped staircase in Boston.

White 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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