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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.
Abitazione Privata 2
Abitazione Privata 2
Bruno Ravera Fine Art PhotographyBruno Ravera Fine Art Photography
Bruno Ravera
This is an example of a medium sized modern wood straight staircase in Milan with open risers.
Hillside Barn
Hillside Barn
John Cole ArchitectJohn Cole Architect
Brian Vanden Brink
Country wood staircase in Portland Maine with painted wood risers.
Interiors
Interiors
Fänas ArchitectureFänas Architecture
Rustic ranch near Pagosa Springs, Colorado. Offers 270 degree views north. Corrugated sheet metal accents. Cove lighting. Ornamental banister. Turret.
Stair casework
Stair casework
Camber ConstructionCamber Construction
Inspiration for a contemporary wood straight staircase in San Francisco with wood risers and under stair storage.
River Ranch
River Ranch
Gunson Custom Mountain ArchitectsGunson Custom Mountain Architects
Stair / Hall
This is an example of a traditional wood staircase in Denver with wood risers.
Perfect Wall House - Rauser Design
Perfect Wall House - Rauser Design
Risinger HomesRisinger Homes
Exposed framing is possible because all the insulation is on the outside of the house. This concept is called "Perfect Wall" and was originally designed by Building Science Corporation's founder Joe Lstiburek. See our YouTube channel for more info and construction videos on Perfect Wall. YouTube.com/MattRisinger Casey Dunn
Entryways & Foyers
Entryways & Foyers
Carolina TimberworksCarolina Timberworks
Reclaimed hand hewn timber © Carolina Timberworks
Large rustic wood u-shaped staircase in Charlotte with wood risers.
Hudson Valley Retreat
Hudson Valley Retreat
Battle Associates, ArchitectsBattle Associates, Architects
This project is a small, new house for an artist and a craftsman was driven by clean, transparent lines with a magnificent vista over the Hudson Valley. Cleaner, modern industrial vocabulary was the palette for this project. It also included separate painting and workshop studios. Clean, transparent lines governed this design, for a very open feeling.
réhabilitation d'une maison en pierre
réhabilitation d'une maison en pierre
Christelle Morard ChataignerChristelle Morard Chataigner
Inspiration for a small modern wood straight staircase in Saint-Etienne with wood risers.
Super Position / Escalier
Super Position / Escalier
Fanny Perrot, Etienne Magueres, Pierre LFanny Perrot, Etienne Magueres, Pierre L
Etienne Bauquin
This is an example of a medium sized urban wood l-shaped staircase in Nantes with open risers.
West Seattle Skybox Addition
West Seattle Skybox Addition
Pierce DesignPierce Design
The homeowner works from home during the day, so the office was placed with the view front and center. Although a rooftop deck and code compliant staircase were outside the scope and budget of the project, a roof access hatch and hidden staircase were included. The hidden staircase is actually a bookcase, but the view from the roof top was too good to pass up! Vista Estate Imaging
IV 2011
IV 2011
UserUser
Foto di Marco Ghidelli
Photo of a small industrial wood staircase in Naples with open risers.
IncommunStudio- Estudio de Arquitectura- Elena Roig Cardona-Tosalet
IncommunStudio- Estudio de Arquitectura- Elena Roig Cardona-Tosalet
Estudio de Fotografía Profesional JaveaEstudio de Fotografía Profesional Javea
http://www.fotografodemoda.eu/arquitectura-interiorismo/
Rustic Staircase
Rustic Staircase
Inspiration for a rustic wood staircase in Other with open risers and feature lighting.
Fishermen's Retreat
Fishermen's Retreat
Classic Constructors LPClassic Constructors LP
Photo of a large contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Austin.
Madison Park
Madison Park
Heliotrope ArchitectsHeliotrope Architects
Sean Airhart
Inspiration for a retro wood u-shaped staircase in Seattle with wood risers.
The Wilmington Penthouse
The Wilmington Penthouse
Bickmore ConstructionBickmore Construction
Design ideas for a contemporary wood staircase in Salt Lake City with painted wood risers.
Glass House
Glass House
Thomas Roszak Architecture, LLCThomas Roszak Architecture, LLC
Photography-Hedrich Blessing Glass House: The design objective was to build a house for my wife and three kids, looking forward in terms of how people live today. To experiment with transparency and reflectivity, removing borders and edges from outside to inside the house, and to really depict “flowing and endless space”. To construct a house that is smart and efficient in terms of construction and energy, both in terms of the building and the user. To tell a story of how the house is built in terms of the constructability, structure and enclosure, with the nod to Japanese wood construction in the method in which the concrete beams support the steel beams; and in terms of how the entire house is enveloped in glass as if it was poured over the bones to make it skin tight. To engineer the house to be a smart house that not only looks modern, but acts modern; every aspect of user control is simplified to a digital touch button, whether lights, shades/blinds, HVAC, communication/audio/video, or security. To develop a planning module based on a 16 foot square room size and a 8 foot wide connector called an interstitial space for hallways, bathrooms, stairs and mechanical, which keeps the rooms pure and uncluttered. The base of the interstitial spaces also become skylights for the basement gallery. This house is all about flexibility; the family room, was a nursery when the kids were infants, is a craft and media room now, and will be a family room when the time is right. Our rooms are all based on a 16’x16’ (4.8mx4.8m) module, so a bedroom, a kitchen, and a dining room are the same size and functions can easily change; only the furniture and the attitude needs to change. The house is 5,500 SF (550 SM)of livable space, plus garage and basement gallery for a total of 8200 SF (820 SM). The mathematical grid of the house in the x, y and z axis also extends into the layout of the trees and hardscapes, all centered on a suburban one-acre lot.
Paradise Valley Residence
Paradise Valley Residence
Marsha Cain DesignsMarsha Cain Designs
Photo of a mediterranean wood curved staircase in Phoenix with tiled 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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