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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.
Cruden Street
Cruden Street
James Jones PhotographyJames Jones Photography
Contemporary wood straight wood railing staircase in Vancouver with wood risers.
Happy House
Happy House
Oakwood Custom HomesOakwood Custom Homes
Inspiration for a large classic wood curved wood railing staircase in Detroit with painted wood risers.
Double Oak - Wood Stairs/Iron Railings
Double Oak - Wood Stairs/Iron Railings
CMA Flooring & Design CenterCMA Flooring & Design Center
CMA Flooring and Design Center installed solid oak railings and stair treads, using a custom stain that closely matched the existing flooring. Wrought iron spindles replaced the dated colonial style, providing a beautiful, high-end look and adding instant value to the home.
58_Creative Staircase for Timeless Home, Arlington, VA 22201
58_Creative Staircase for Timeless Home, Arlington, VA 22201
Century Stair CompanyCentury Stair Company
Tradition Homes, voted Best Builder in 2013, allowed us to bring their vision to life in this gorgeous and authentic modern home in the heart of Arlington; Century Stair went beyond aesthetics by using durable materials and applying excellent craft and precision throughout the design, build and installation process. This iron & wood post-to-post staircase contains the following parts: satin black (5/8" radius) tubular balusters, ebony-stained (Duraseal), 3 1/2 x 3 1/2" square oak newels with chamfered tops, poplar stringers, 1" square/contemporary oak treads, and ebony-stained custom hand rails. CSC 1976-2020 © Century Stair Company. ® All rights reserved.
Midway Hollow - Dallas, TX
Midway Hollow - Dallas, TX
Keen HomesKeen Homes
Photo of a large contemporary wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Dallas with painted wood risers.
Transitional Staircase
Transitional Staircase
Design ideas for a traditional wood curved metal railing staircase in Other with painted wood risers.
守谷の家
守谷の家
R+houseR+house
World-inspired wood straight metal railing staircase in Tokyo with open risers.
Faxon
Faxon
Euroline Steel WindowsEuroline Steel Windows
Inspiration for a contemporary wood l-shaped glass railing staircase in Orange County with open risers.
Jewell Street Guest House
Jewell Street Guest House
Root ArchitectureRoot Architecture
This is an example of a large modern wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Austin with wood risers.
Transitional Elegance Staircase
Transitional Elegance Staircase
John McClain DesignJohn McClain Design
Custom iron stair rail in a geometric pattern is showcased against custom white floor to ceiling wainscoting along the stairwell. A custom brass table greets you as you enter. Photo: Stephen Allen
Modern Bohemian Remodel
Modern Bohemian Remodel
KH Home Design and FurnishingsKH Home Design and Furnishings
A large gallery wall adorns this wall leading up to the second floor.
Photo of a small traditional wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Raleigh with painted wood risers.
Farnswood Residence
Farnswood Residence
Root ArchitectureRoot Architecture
Design ideas for a large contemporary wood l-shaped metal railing staircase in Austin with wood risers.
Grandison Road
Grandison Road
DH DesignDH Design
Guy Lockwood
Photo of a contemporary wood l-shaped metal railing staircase in London with wood risers and a feature wall.
007 House
007 House
Dick Clark + AssociatesDick Clark + Associates
Dror Baldinger
This is an example of a contemporary wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Austin with wood risers.
Copeland Road
Copeland Road
Thomas AlexanderThomas Alexander
The stair and the joinery are separated by a strong vertically tiled column. Our bespoke staircase was designed meticulously with the joiner and steelwork fabricator. The wrapping Beech Treads and risers and expressed with a shadow gap above the simple plaster finish. The steel balustrade continues to the first floor and is under constant tension from the steel yachting wire. Darry Snow Photography

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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