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Wood Railing Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Richmond House
Richmond House
mossmoss
The custom rift sawn, white oak staircase with the attached perforated screen leads to the second, master suite level. The light flowing in from the dormer windows on the second level filters down through the staircase and the wood screen creating interesting light patterns throughout the day.
Primary Bedroom & Office, South Orange, NJ
Primary Bedroom & Office, South Orange, NJ
CBH ArchitectsCBH Architects
The steel staircase joins the home office and boxing gym to the master bedroom and bath above, with stunning views of the back yard pool and deck. AJD Builders; In House Photography.
Room Divider, Stair Partition and Oak Stair Treads
Room Divider, Stair Partition and Oak Stair Treads
Chitown Property ServicesChitown Property Services
Red oak room divider / stair partition and oak hardwood stair treads in Ravenswood
Classic wood wood railing staircase in Chicago.
Staircase
Staircase
Ten Oaks HomesTen Oaks Homes
Inspiration for a classic wood wood railing staircase in Baltimore with wood risers and wainscoting.
Naperville New Construction
Naperville New Construction
Picture Perfect HousePicture Perfect House
This is an example of a rural wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Chicago with painted wood risers and wainscoting.
Easton New Construction
Easton New Construction
Blueprint Dreams LLCBlueprint Dreams LLC
Photo of a large classic wood curved wood railing staircase in New York with painted wood risers and panelled walls.
Georgian Residence in Los Angeles
Georgian Residence in Los Angeles
JAMES V. COANE & ASSOCIATES, ARCHITECTSJAMES V. COANE & ASSOCIATES, ARCHITECTS
Photo of an expansive classic wood spiral wood railing staircase in Los Angeles with wood risers.
Textured carpet for stairs
Textured carpet for stairs
Mouery's FlooringMouery's Flooring
Inspiration for a large classic carpeted straight wood railing staircase in Other with carpeted risers.
Pasteur
Pasteur
Pamela MartinPamela Martin
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary painted wood curved wood railing staircase in Paris with painted wood risers.
Traditional Transformed
Traditional Transformed
Maughan Design & RemodelMaughan Design & Remodel
Photo of a large classic carpeted straight wood railing staircase in Portland with carpeted risers.
Modern Downtown Home
Modern Downtown Home
Faust ConstructionFaust Construction
Scandi straight wood railing staircase in Kansas City with under stair storage.
Indian Rd
Indian Rd
Woodcastle Homes LtdWoodcastle Homes Ltd
Large classic wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in Toronto with painted wood risers.
Certified Luxury Builders - Veritas Fine Homes Inc - Durango, CO - Carlton HomeA
Certified Luxury Builders - Veritas Fine Homes Inc - Durango, CO - Carlton HomeA
Distinctive DomainDistinctive Domain
This is an example of a rustic wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Other with open risers.
Torrington Circle, Bluffton, SC
Torrington Circle, Bluffton, SC
Boshaw Residential, LLCBoshaw Residential, LLC
Classic wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Atlanta with painted wood risers.
Clarkston Villa
Clarkston Villa
Jane Henderson Interior DesignJane Henderson Interior Design
Photo of a medium sized classic carpeted curved wood railing staircase in Detroit with carpeted risers.
Georgian Revival Home
Georgian Revival Home
Norcross and ScottNorcross and Scott
Design ideas for a traditional wood straight wood railing staircase in Chicago with painted wood risers.
Hartford House
Hartford House
Holly A. Kopman Interior DesignHolly A. Kopman Interior Design
Photo of a large classic wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in San Francisco with wood risers.
Mid-Century Raised Ranch Remodel
Mid-Century Raised Ranch Remodel
The Artisans Group, Inc.The Artisans Group, Inc.
Winner of the 2018 Tour of Homes Best Remodel, this whole house re-design of a 1963 Bennet & Johnson mid-century raised ranch home is a beautiful example of the magic we can weave through the application of more sustainable modern design principles to existing spaces. We worked closely with our client on extensive updates to create a modernized MCM gem. Extensive alterations include: - a completely redesigned floor plan to promote a more intuitive flow throughout - vaulted the ceilings over the great room to create an amazing entrance and feeling of inspired openness - redesigned entry and driveway to be more inviting and welcoming as well as to experientially set the mid-century modern stage - the removal of a visually disruptive load bearing central wall and chimney system that formerly partitioned the homes’ entry, dining, kitchen and living rooms from each other - added clerestory windows above the new kitchen to accentuate the new vaulted ceiling line and create a greater visual continuation of indoor to outdoor space - drastically increased the access to natural light by increasing window sizes and opening up the floor plan - placed natural wood elements throughout to provide a calming palette and cohesive Pacific Northwest feel - incorporated Universal Design principles to make the home Aging In Place ready with wide hallways and accessible spaces, including single-floor living if needed - moved and completely redesigned the stairway to work for the home’s occupants and be a part of the cohesive design aesthetic - mixed custom tile layouts with more traditional tiling to create fun and playful visual experiences - custom designed and sourced MCM specific elements such as the entry screen, cabinetry and lighting - development of the downstairs for potential future use by an assisted living caretaker - energy efficiency upgrades seamlessly woven in with much improved insulation, ductless mini splits and solar gain
Brittany
Brittany
Paul Gray HomesPaul Gray Homes
This elegant staircase is the perfect focal point of this elegant home. Photo Credit: Shane Organ Photography
This is an example of a large classic carpeted curved wood railing staircase in Wichita with carpeted risers.
Saddle Rock Hampton style Estate
Saddle Rock Hampton style Estate
Prestige Custom Building & Construction, Inc.Prestige Custom Building & Construction, Inc.
Inspiration for a medium sized classic wood straight wood railing staircase in New York with painted wood risers.

Wood 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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