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Wood Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Wooden Oak Lotos Stairs
Wooden Oak Lotos Stairs
Art of StairsArt of Stairs
Staircase in the shape of waterlily reflecting connection with nature.
Large modern wood spiral metal railing staircase in Miami.
Grand Staircase
Grand Staircase
Pike PropertiesPike Properties
A home of this magnitude needed a staircase that is worthy of a castle and where all high school students would die to take their prom pictures. The design of this U-shaped staircase with the unique staggered windows allows so much natural light to flow into the home and creates visual interest without the need to add trim detailing or wallpaper. It's sleek and clean, like the whole home. Metal railings were used to further the modern, sleek vibes. These metals railing were locally fabricated.
Timeless Custom Home Design
Timeless Custom Home Design
Karen Spiritoso Designs LLCKaren Spiritoso Designs LLC
Photo of a medium sized traditional wood straight wood railing staircase in Dallas.
Modern Floating Stair with Pencil Rail, East Hampton, NY
Modern Floating Stair with Pencil Rail, East Hampton, NY
Keuka Studios, IncKeuka Studios, Inc
Floating staircase with steel mono-stringer and white oak treads as seen from below. The wood top rail seamlessly flows up the multi level staircase. Stairs and railings by Keuka Studios Photography by Dave Noonan
Kelton Avenue Residence
Kelton Avenue Residence
Ogawa Fisher ArchitectsOgawa Fisher Architects
The centrally located stairs act as a light well for the entire house.
Photo of a modern wood straight mixed railing staircase in San Francisco with wood risers.
Staircase
Staircase
Holzheimer Interiors, Inc.Holzheimer Interiors, Inc.
Large modern wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Cleveland with wood risers.
White Sails Mid-Century Modern
White Sails Mid-Century Modern
Patterson Custom HomesPatterson Custom Homes
Inspiration for a retro wood floating glass railing staircase in Los Angeles with open risers.
Купольный дом у воды
Купольный дом у воды
VerbaHomeVerbaHome
Лестница на второй этаж.
This is an example of a contemporary wood spiral metal railing staircase in Moscow with open risers.
Rénovation maison familiale
Rénovation maison familiale
Stephane VascoStephane Vasco
Scandinavian wood curved mixed railing staircase in Paris with painted wood risers.
Inspired By Artwork - Stairway
Inspired By Artwork - Stairway
Allard + Roberts Interior Design, IncAllard + Roberts Interior Design, Inc
The staircase once housed a traditional railing with twisted iron pickets. During the renovation, the skirt board was painted in the new wall color, and railings replaced in gunmetal gray steel with a stained wood cap. The end result is an aesthetic more in keeping with the homeowner's collection of contemporary artwork mixed with antiques.
Hilltop Hacienda
Hilltop Hacienda
Morrison InteriorsMorrison Interiors
Mediterranean wood curved metal railing staircase in Orange County with tiled risers.
Fernleaf II
Fernleaf II
Brandon Architects, Inc.Brandon Architects, Inc.
Inspiration for a coastal wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Orange County with painted wood risers.
Knollwood Cove
Knollwood Cove
Workshop No. 5Workshop No. 5
This is an example of a contemporary wood floating wire cable railing staircase in Austin with open risers and under stair storage.
Lost Valley Residence 1
Lost Valley Residence 1
h designh design
paneling, sconce, herringbone, modern railing
Photo of an expansive traditional wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Dallas with painted wood risers.
Contemporary Glass System Staircase
Contemporary Glass System Staircase
Coast Salish WoodcraftersCoast Salish Woodcrafters
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary wood straight mixed railing staircase in Vancouver with painted wood risers.
Bloomer Rustic
Bloomer Rustic
Lampert LumberLampert Lumber
This is an example of a medium sized rustic wood u-shaped mixed railing staircase in Minneapolis with open risers.
UWS Duplex
UWS Duplex
Anjie Cho Architect PLLCAnjie Cho Architect PLLC
Design ideas for a large contemporary wood u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in New York with open risers.
Pond House Interior Stair
Pond House Interior Stair
UserUser
Pond House interior stairwell with Craftsman detailing and hardwood floors. Gridley Graves
Inspiration for a medium sized classic wood straight wood railing staircase in Atlanta with painted wood risers.
Stair Remodel
Stair Remodel
Adventures In Wood, Ltd.Adventures In Wood, Ltd.
A recent stair renovation upgrade from the 90's era to the latest in design. Hard maple newels,handrail and treads with white painted skirt boards,risers, knee wall and trim finished off with our gothic plain and diamond hammered solid iron balusters with shoes.
In the Heart of Brentwood
In the Heart of Brentwood
Castle HomesCastle Homes
Reed Brown Photography
Inspiration for a classic wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Nashville 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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