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Wire Cable Railing Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Norwell Residence
Norwell Residence
RÜMERÜME
Emily O'Brien
Inspiration for a large classic wood u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Boston with painted wood risers.
Big Bev
Big Bev
Carl Mattison DesignCarl Mattison Design
Take a home that has seen many lives and give it yet another one! This entry foyer got opened up to the kitchen and now gives the home a flow it had never seen.
701
701
The PRG GroupThe PRG Group
Design ideas for a rustic wood wire cable railing staircase in Other with open risers.
Clybourn Ave Residence
Clybourn Ave Residence
Besch ArchitectureBesch Architecture
Photo of a medium sized urban wood u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Chicago with open risers.
Axboe
Axboe
Klima ArchitectureKlima Architecture
Kerri Fukkai
Design ideas for a modern wood floating wire cable railing staircase in Salt Lake City with open risers and feature lighting.
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.
Reed Residence
Reed Residence
Design PlatformDesign Platform
Jess Blackwell Photography
Inspiration for a large contemporary wood u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Denver with open risers.
Cedar Hills, Texas Contemporary View #16
Cedar Hills, Texas Contemporary View #16
Winchester Residential DesignWinchester Residential Design
Jordan Kokel
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Dallas with open risers.
Contemporary
Contemporary
Michael Greenberg & AssociatesMichael Greenberg & Associates
Michael Greenberg & Associates were the builders for this project.
Design ideas for a contemporary wood wire cable railing staircase in New York with wood risers and feature lighting.
Minnesota Mountain Modern
Minnesota Mountain Modern
City Homes, LLCCity Homes, LLC
This is an example of a contemporary wood l-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Minneapolis with open risers.
Brooklyn Townhouse
Brooklyn Townhouse
Anjie Cho Architect PLLCAnjie Cho Architect PLLC
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary wood floating wire cable railing staircase in New York with open risers.
Stairs and Railings
Stairs and Railings
Legacy Contracting LLCLegacy Contracting LLC
Inspiration for a medium sized modern wood straight wire cable railing staircase in New York with painted wood risers.
Concealed Cantilever Stairs - Shelton, CT
Concealed Cantilever Stairs - Shelton, CT
Keuka Studios, IncKeuka Studios, Inc
Custom made steel stringer cantilevered floating stairs. The stringer is concealed in the wall giving the appearance of the treads floating up to the second level. www.keuka-studios.com
Raritan, NJ
Raritan, NJ
Casa Bella DesignZ & ImprovementsCasa Bella DesignZ & Improvements
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional wood straight wire cable railing staircase in New York with open risers.
Woods Cove
Woods Cove
UserUser
This is an example of a midcentury floating wire cable railing staircase in Orange County with open risers.
Lake Retreat
Lake Retreat
Rebecca Driggs InteriorsRebecca Driggs Interiors
Sean Costello
Inspiration for a nautical carpeted u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Raleigh with carpeted risers.
Rebecca Driggs Interiors_Raleigh NC
Rebecca Driggs Interiors_Raleigh NC
Sean Costello PhotographySean Costello Photography
©Sean Costello Photography
Coastal wood u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Raleigh with painted wood risers.
Contemporary Timberframe - Lake Sunapee NH
Contemporary Timberframe - Lake Sunapee NH
BensonwoodBensonwood
Custom millwork on the timber staircase add to the solid but airy feel of the lake house. James A. Salomon
Photo of a medium sized rustic wood u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Boston with open risers.
Custom Staircases & Railings
Custom Staircases & Railings
MJ Modern StairwaysMJ Modern Stairways
This is an example of a large modern carpeted straight wire cable railing staircase in San Francisco with open risers.
Complete Home Build, Marco Island
Complete Home Build, Marco Island
UserUser
Design ideas for a large beach style wood u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Miami with painted wood risers.

Wire Cable Railing 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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