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Chestnut Hill Residence & Studio Office
Chestnut Hill Residence & Studio Office
MANDARINA STUDIO interior designMANDARINA STUDIO interior design
Ben Gebo
Photo of a medium sized classic wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in Boston with painted wood risers.
Coastal Living | Davis Island | Interior Design
Coastal Living | Davis Island | Interior Design
Studio M Interior DesignStudio M Interior Design
Daniel Newcomb
Inspiration for a coastal wood staircase in Tampa.
Sugar Bowl Residence - John Maniscalco Architecture
Sugar Bowl Residence - John Maniscalco Architecture
John Maniscalco ArchitectureJohn Maniscalco Architecture
Inspiration for a modern wood staircase in Sacramento.
Calibogue Cay
Calibogue Cay
Group3Group3
Photo of a coastal wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Other with wood risers, under stair storage and feature lighting.
London Loft Apartment
London Loft Apartment
SigmarSigmar
Petr Krejci
Photo of a traditional wood u-shaped staircase in London with wood risers.
West Coast Hamptons
West Coast Hamptons
IS ArchitectureIS Architecture
This is an example of a large classic wood u-shaped staircase in San Diego with painted wood risers.
Wohnhaus Sürth
Wohnhaus Sürth
falke architektenfalke architekten
This is an example of a large contemporary wood curved staircase in Cologne with wood risers.
Contemporary Staircase
Contemporary Staircase
Design ideas for a contemporary wood metal railing staircase in Seattle with wood risers.
Sunset Cliff
Sunset Cliff
Birdseye DesignBirdseye Design
Medium sized classic wood straight wood railing staircase spindle in Burlington with painted wood risers.
Staircases
Staircases
Anthony James Master Builders, LLCAnthony James Master Builders, LLC
staircase by Stair-Pak Products Co. Inc
Large traditional wood curved staircase in Newark with painted wood risers.
Interiors
Interiors
Jobe Corral ArchitectsJobe Corral Architects
Photos by Casey Woods
This is an example of a large modern wood l-shaped staircase in Austin with metal risers.
Rocky Ledge Stair with View
Rocky Ledge Stair with View
LDa Architecture & InteriorsLDa Architecture & Interiors
We have gotten many questions about the stairs: They were custom designed and built in place by the builder - and are not available commercially. The entry doors were also custom made. The floors are constructed of a baked white oak surface-treated with an ebony analine dye. The stair handrails are painted black with a polyurethane top coat. Photo Credit: Sam Gray Photography
Staircase
Staircase
Kate Jackson DesignKate Jackson Design
photo taken by Nat Rea photography
This is an example of a classic wood wood railing staircase in Providence.
Eberhart
Eberhart
John Lum Architecture, Inc. AIAJohn Lum Architecture, Inc. AIA
Design ideas for a modern wood straight staircase in San Francisco with open risers.
Case Design/Remodeling, Inc.
Case Design/Remodeling, Inc.
Case Architects & RemodelersCase Architects & Remodelers
This is an example of a traditional wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in DC Metro with painted wood risers.
027甲府 I さんの家
027甲府 I さんの家
アトリエ137 | atelier137 Architectural Design Officeアトリエ137 | atelier137 Architectural Design Office
薪ストーブ： best of houzz 2017「階段部門」受賞 best of houzz 2016「階段部門」受賞
Inspiration for a contemporary wood straight metal railing staircase in Other with open risers.
Malibu Mediterranean Home
Malibu Mediterranean Home
Armfield Design & ConstructionArmfield Design & Construction
Inspiration for a mediterranean wood curved staircase in Los Angeles with tiled risers.
Greenwich Ave Residence
Greenwich Ave Residence
Donna Dotan PhotographyDonna Dotan Photography
Donna Dotan Photography
Traditional wood l-shaped staircase in New York with wood risers.
Kiawah Renovation
Kiawah Renovation
Harper Construction Inc.Harper Construction Inc.
photos by William Quarles
Photo of a medium sized traditional wood u-shaped mixed railing staircase in Charleston with painted wood risers.
Brentwood Traditional 1
Brentwood Traditional 1
P2 DesignP2 Design
http://belairphotography.com/
Classic wood staircase in Los Angeles.

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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