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Wood Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Classic Elegance
Classic Elegance
Jan Gleysteen Architects, IncJan Gleysteen Architects, Inc
Photography by Richard Mandelkorn
This is an example of a medium sized classic wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in Boston with painted wood risers.
Doors and Interior Trim
Doors and Interior Trim
Carver Creek WoodworksCarver Creek Woodworks
This is part of an interior home transformation. We took out the carpeted stairs and yellowing oak to bring a rich and timely presence to the space.
Medium sized classic wood l-shaped staircase in New York with painted wood risers.
Summer House In Blue Custom Home - Staircase
Summer House In Blue Custom Home - Staircase
GMT Home Designs Inc.GMT Home Designs Inc.
This is an example of a medium sized nautical wood straight staircase in Boston with painted wood risers.
Modern Farm House
Modern Farm House
Victoria Hardy InteriorsVictoria Hardy Interiors
Chicago Home Photos Barrington, IL
This is an example of a medium sized rural wood u-shaped staircase in Chicago with painted wood risers.
New Home in Concord, MA
New Home in Concord, MA
Eck | MacNeely Architects inc.Eck | MacNeely Architects inc.
Design ideas for a medium sized modern wood u-shaped staircase in Boston with painted wood risers.
Elliott Bay House
Elliott Bay House
FINNE ArchitectsFINNE Architects
The stair has steel structure and laser-cut steel railings. The treads are solid oak. The railing design is based on hand-drawn ink brush lines. Photo: Benjamin Benschneider
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.
Hall & Entrance
Hall & Entrance
Robinson Interior DesignRobinson Interior Design
Photo of a medium sized classic wood straight staircase in Toronto with wood risers.
Industrial Staircase
Industrial Staircase
Photo of a small industrial wood straight staircase in New York with wood risers and under stair storage.
Akke Woodworks
Akke Woodworks
Akke WoodworksAkke Woodworks
www.robertlowellphotography.com
This is an example of a traditional wood staircase in New York.
Redwood Road
Redwood Road
ODS ArchitectureODS Architecture
Modern wood floating metal railing staircase in San Francisco with wood risers.
DUSIK STAIRCASE
DUSIK STAIRCASE
MoontowerMoontower
Classic wood mixed railing staircase in Austin with wood risers.
A Modern Lake Cabin
A Modern Lake Cabin
MB Builders and DevelopmentMB Builders and Development
A beautiful and modern take on a lake cabin for a sweet family to make wonderful memories.
Design ideas for a contemporary wood floating metal railing staircase in Seattle.
The Bedford House
The Bedford House
Lori Dennis, Inc.Lori Dennis, Inc.
A modern staircase that is both curved and u-shaped, with fluidly floating wood stair railing. Cascading glass teardrop chandelier hangs from the to of the 3rd floor down to the Basement.
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.
Modern Stair remodel and wainscot
Modern Stair remodel and wainscot
Adventures In Wood, Ltd.Adventures In Wood, Ltd.
After photo of our modern white oak stair remodel and painted wall wainscot paneling.
Inspiration for a large modern wood straight wood railing staircase in Portland with painted wood risers and wainscoting.
Chevy Chase - Mid Century
Chevy Chase - Mid Century
Teass \ Warren ArchitectsTeass \ Warren Architects
This is an example of a medium sized retro wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in DC Metro with wood risers and wood walls.
Scandinavian Modern Interior
Scandinavian Modern Interior
HAUS | Architecture For Modern LifestylesHAUS | Architecture For Modern Lifestyles
Lower Level build-out includes new 3-level architectural stair with screenwalls that borrow light through the vertical and adjacent spaces - Scandinavian Modern Interior - Indianapolis, IN - Trader's Point - Architect: HAUS | Architecture For Modern Lifestyles - Construction Manager: WERK | Building Modern - Christopher Short + Paul Reynolds - Photo: HAUS | Architecture
Recycled pallet and reclaimed wood paneling
Recycled pallet and reclaimed wood paneling
Sustainable Lumber Co.Sustainable Lumber Co.
Wood and metal are a match made in heaven. Industrial rustic at it's finest!
Design ideas for a large urban wood floating metal railing staircase in Other with metal risers and tongue and groove walls.
Quarter Sawn White Oak Stair Treads
Quarter Sawn White Oak Stair Treads
Hardwood Lumber CompanyHardwood Lumber Company
"Great product. High quality at a very good price." Claire
This is an example of a medium sized modern wood straight metal railing staircase in Other with wood risers.

Wood 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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