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Wood Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Weston Modern
Weston Modern
The Lagasse Group, LLCThe Lagasse Group, LLC
Main stairwell at Weston Modern project. Architect: Stern McCafferty.
Design ideas for a large modern wood u-shaped staircase in Boston with open risers and feature lighting.
Garcia/Tongsuthi
Garcia/Tongsuthi
Jeannette ArchitectsJeannette Architects
Jeff Jeannette / Jeannette Architects
This is an example of a medium sized modern wood straight staircase in Orange County with open risers.
Contemporary Staircase
Contemporary Staircase
This is an example of a contemporary wood staircase in Edinburgh.
Freeman Residence
Freeman Residence
LMK INTERIOR DESIGNLMK INTERIOR DESIGN
Scott Zimmerman, Floating staircase with walnut treads and glass railing.
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary wood straight staircase in Salt Lake City with open risers.
Elegant foyer stair wraps a paneled, two-story entry hall
Elegant foyer stair wraps a paneled, two-story entry hall
Purple Cherry ArchitectsPurple Cherry Architects
Elegant foyer stair wraps a paneled, two-story entry hall. David Burroughs
Traditional wood u-shaped staircase in Baltimore with painted wood risers.
Fox Hollow Residence
Fox Hollow Residence
Archer & Buchanan Architecture, Ltd.Archer & Buchanan Architecture, Ltd.
Angle Eye Photography
Design ideas for a large traditional wood l-shaped staircase in Philadelphia with painted wood risers.
Charlestown Beach Cottage
Charlestown Beach Cottage
Dennis Moffitt PaintingDennis Moffitt Painting
Photo of a medium sized beach style wood straight staircase in Providence with painted wood risers.
HGTV Smart Home 2013
HGTV Smart Home 2013
Glenn Layton HomesGlenn Layton Homes
Glenn Layton Homes, Jacksonville Beach, Florida. HGTV Smart Home 2013
Design ideas for a large world-inspired wood u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Jacksonville with tiled risers.
Cohen House
Cohen House
Metcalfe Architecture & DesignMetcalfe Architecture & Design
Photo by Sam Oberter
Contemporary wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Philadelphia.
Wilson Mountain Residence
Wilson Mountain Residence
Poss Architecture + Planning and Interior DesignPoss Architecture + Planning and Interior Design
Pat Sudmeier
This is an example of a medium sized rustic wood u-shaped mixed railing staircase in Denver with open risers.
Urbane shingle style Residence
Urbane shingle style Residence
Polsky Perlstein ArchitectsPolsky Perlstein Architects
Mark Schwartz Photography
Victorian wood u-shaped staircase in San Francisco.
Classic Coastal Colonial Foyer
Classic Coastal Colonial Foyer
Michael Robert ConstructionMichael Robert Construction
This foyer was updated with the addition of white paneling and new herringbone hardwood floors with a walnut border. The walls are covered in a navy blue grasscloth wallpaper from Thibaut. A navy and white geometric patterned stair-runner, held in place with stair rods capped with pineapple finials, further contributes to the home's coastal feel. Photo by Mike Mroz of Michael Robert Construction
Essence of Japan, Ealing, London
Essence of Japan, Ealing, London
Yoko Kloeden DesignYoko Kloeden Design
Photo of a small world-inspired wood u-shaped staircase in London with wood risers.
Appartement / Marc et Léa
Appartement / Marc et Léa
DahDah studio / Architecture d'intérieurDahDah studio / Architecture d'intérieur
Escalier hélicoïdal en métal blanc avec des marches en bois.
Inspiration for a contemporary wood spiral metal railing staircase in Strasbourg with metal risers.
Rio Escondita
Rio Escondita
Atomic SteelworksAtomic Steelworks
Floating staircase with wood treads and cable railing
This is an example of a medium sized modern wood floating wire cable railing staircase in Dallas.
Staircase Remodel
Staircase Remodel
Madison BuildersMadison Builders
Turnkey, two story single family home. The kitchen features quartz countertops with tile backsplash, brand new appliances, new flooring and new cabinets. The cozy living room has wood flooring, receseed lighting and a modern fireplace. One large bedroom with an upgraded full bathroom is located on the main level. The second level has three bedrooms and two bathrooms, including a master suite with a remodeled, modern private bathroom.
Via San Remo
Via San Remo
SIDG DesignSIDG Design
This open concept living area is centered in the home; visible to the kitchen, living room, and staircase. The woven bench with decorative pillows is the perfect spot to take off your shoes and be a part of the conversation.
Whole House Remodel in San Clemente
Whole House Remodel in San Clemente
Eskan DevelopersEskan Developers
This is an example of a medium sized modern wood l-shaped mixed railing staircase in Orange County.
Sunny Valley, 330 m2
Sunny Valley, 330 m2
Nirenburg.DesignNirenburg.Design
This is an example of a medium sized bohemian wood u-shaped wood railing staircase with tiled risers.
Flint Hill Custom Home
Flint Hill Custom Home
c|s DESIGN STUDIO LLCc|s DESIGN STUDIO LLC
This is an example of a classic wood metal railing staircase in DC Metro with painted 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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