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Sailor's Retreat in Newport
Sailor's Retreat in Newport
Amanda Martocchio ArchitectureAmanda Martocchio Architecture
When a world class sailing champion approached us to design a Newport home for his family, with lodging for his sailing crew, we set out to create a clean, light-filled modern home that would integrate with the natural surroundings of the waterfront property, and respect the character of the historic district. Our approach was to make the marine landscape an integral feature throughout the home. One hundred eighty degree views of the ocean from the top floors are the result of the pinwheel massing. The home is designed as an extension of the curvilinear approach to the property through the woods and reflects the gentle undulating waterline of the adjacent saltwater marsh. Floodplain regulations dictated that the primary occupied spaces be located significantly above grade; accordingly, we designed the first and second floors on a stone “plinth” above a walk-out basement with ample storage for sailing equipment. The curved stone base slopes to grade and houses the shallow entry stair, while the same stone clads the interior’s vertical core to the roof, along which the wood, glass and stainless steel stair ascends to the upper level. One critical programmatic requirement was enough sleeping space for the sailing crew, and informal party spaces for the end of race-day gatherings. The private master suite is situated on one side of the public central volume, giving the homeowners views of approaching visitors. A “bedroom bar,” designed to accommodate a full house of guests, emerges from the other side of the central volume, and serves as a backdrop for the infinity pool and the cove beyond. Also essential to the design process was ecological sensitivity and stewardship. The wetlands of the adjacent saltwater marsh were designed to be restored; an extensive geo-thermal heating and cooling system was implemented; low carbon footprint materials and permeable surfaces were used where possible. Native and non-invasive plant species were utilized in the landscape. The abundance of windows and glass railings maximize views of the landscape, and, in deference to the adjacent bird sanctuary, bird-friendly glazing was used throughout. Photo: Michael Moran/OTTO Photography
Family Lake House Renovation
Family Lake House Renovation
Housatonic Architectural Services, LLC (closed)Housatonic Architectural Services, LLC (closed)
Diego Gutierrez
Photo of a medium sized contemporary wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Other with open risers.
Trailhead Upside Down Home
Trailhead Upside Down Home
HMH Architecture + InteriorsHMH Architecture + Interiors
Clean and modern staircase © David Lauer Photography
Medium sized contemporary wood floating wire cable railing staircase in Denver with open risers.
Contemporary and Tailored Interior Design in Oak Park
Contemporary and Tailored Interior Design in Oak Park
Fio CreativeFio Creative
Photo of a classic wood straight metal railing staircase in Chicago with carpeted risers.
Brooklyn Townhouse
Brooklyn Townhouse
Hollberg Architecture PLLCHollberg Architecture PLLC
Photo of a medium sized contemporary wood straight mixed railing staircase in New York with open risers.
Pasadena Project - High End Residential Flooring - European Oak
Pasadena Project - High End Residential Flooring - European Oak
Pacific Hardwood FlooringPacific Hardwood Flooring
Inspiration for a classic wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Los Angeles with wood risers.
Bohemian Craftsman
Bohemian Craftsman
Sheila Mayden InteriorsSheila Mayden Interiors
WE Studio Photography
Medium sized bohemian wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in Seattle with painted wood risers.
John Kimball Jr House (1730)
John Kimball Jr House (1730)
Cummings Architecture + InteriorsCummings Architecture + Interiors
Eric Roth Photography
Design ideas for a medium sized farmhouse wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Boston with painted wood risers and under stair storage.
Winding Road
Winding Road
Chip Webster ArchitectureChip Webster Architecture
Fred Mueller Photography
Coastal wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Boston with painted wood risers.
Hilltop Modern
Hilltop Modern
Element Custom BuildersElement Custom Builders
Photo of a retro wood floating metal railing staircase in Denver with open risers.
Transitional Design - South Dakota
Transitional Design - South Dakota
David Charlez DesignsDavid Charlez Designs
Landmark Photography
Inspiration for a contemporary wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Other with wood risers.
Stair from Hall
Stair from Hall
Porth Architects, Ltd.Porth Architects, Ltd.
The stair utilizes standard steel profiles for the stringer and railing. Treads are laminated hickory, 3" thick.. Roger Wade photo.
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional wood straight metal railing staircase in Other with open risers.
Modern Shacks
Modern Shacks
Dichotomy InteriorsDichotomy Interiors
photo by Deborah Degraffenreid
Scandinavian wood floating wire cable railing staircase in New York with open risers.
Linden Avenue
Linden Avenue
Duet Design GroupDuet Design Group
A contemporary mountain home: Staircase with Custom Artwork, Photo by Eric Lucero Photography
Inspiration for a large contemporary wood floating glass railing staircase in Denver with open risers.
HISTORIC HYDE PARK RENOVATION
HISTORIC HYDE PARK RENOVATION
Debra Ackerbloom, Inc.Debra Ackerbloom, Inc.
Formal front entry with built in bench seating, coat closet, and restored stair case. Walls were painted a warm white, with new modern statement chandelier overhead.
South Hill Renovation
South Hill Renovation
Greg Robinson ArchitectGreg Robinson Architect
Haris Kenjar Photography and Design
Design ideas for a large traditional wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in Seattle with wood risers.
Marie's Wardrobe
Marie's Wardrobe
Webb Yates EngineersWebb Yates Engineers
Architect: Tsuruta Architects Client: Private Photography: Tim Crocker
Inspiration for a scandi wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in London with wood risers.
Stately Storybook
Stately Storybook
Glennwood Custom Builders (NC)Glennwood Custom Builders (NC)
Photos by www.meechan.com
Inspiration for a rustic wood staircase in Other with open risers.
Blue Coat Lane
Blue Coat Lane
Vita Design GroupVita Design Group
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary wood l-shaped glass railing staircase in New York with wood risers.
Modern Glass Staircase Railing
Modern Glass Staircase Railing
Keuka Studios, IncKeuka Studios, Inc
Interior stairs with glass walls, solid aluminum posts and white oak wood top rail. Fabrication of railings by Keuka Studios
Medium sized modern wood l-shaped wire cable railing staircase in New York 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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