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World-Inspired U-shaped Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Marmont Drive
Marmont Drive
Tracie Butler Interior DesignTracie Butler Interior Design
Val Riolo
Photo of a world-inspired wood u-shaped staircase in Los Angeles.
Modern Japanese Farmhouse, Weston
Modern Japanese Farmhouse, Weston
GILMAN GUIDELLIGILMAN GUIDELLI
Interior Stairs; Photo Credit Ethan Gordon
World-inspired wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Boston with wood risers.
VILLA AMAZONÍA
VILLA AMAZONÍA
Pili Molina | Masfotogenica InteriorismoPili Molina | Masfotogenica Interiorismo
Escalera forrada de madera natural en los peldaños y los separadores laterales. Se pusieron los leds abajo de las tabicas para que la iluminación no moleste a la hora de subir las escaleras. Al fondo un gran ventanal con vistas al jardín. Stairs lined with natural wood on the steps and the side dividers. The leds were placed under the partitions so that the lighting does not disturb when going up the stairs. In the background a large window overlooking the garden.
Craftsman Staircase
Craftsman Staircase
Photo of a world-inspired wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Boston with wood risers.
Spice Bay Siesta Key
Spice Bay Siesta Key
Clifford M. Scholz Architects, LLCClifford M. Scholz Architects, LLC
Greg Wilson, Greg Wilson Photography
This is an example of a world-inspired wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Tampa with painted wood risers.
HGTV Smart Home 2013
HGTV Smart Home 2013
Glenn Layton HomesGlenn Layton Homes
HGTV Smart Home 2013 by Glenn Layton Homes, Jacksonville Beach, Florida.
Large world-inspired wood u-shaped staircase in Jacksonville with tiled risers.
SAIANS - RESIDENCIA AL BORDE DEL MAR
SAIANS - RESIDENCIA AL BORDE DEL MAR
FreeHand ArquitecturaFreeHand Arquitectura
Inspiration for a medium sized world-inspired wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Other with wood risers.
7 Point Verona, Custom Designed Luxury Home
7 Point Verona, Custom Designed Luxury Home
Delpino Custom HomesDelpino Custom Homes
Design ideas for a large world-inspired wood u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Charleston with wood risers.
あすみが丘東（1）
あすみが丘東（1）
SUDOホーム（関東）SUDOホーム（関東）
Inspiration for a world-inspired wood u-shaped staircase in Other.
Bahamas Tropical Family Complex
Bahamas Tropical Family Complex
tippetts/weaver architects, inc.tippetts/weaver architects, inc.
Toby Richards Photography www.tobyrichardsphoto.com
Design ideas for a medium sized world-inspired wood u-shaped staircase in Other with open risers.
Madison Park Custom Home - Staircase
Madison Park Custom Home - Staircase
Prestige Residential ConstructionPrestige Residential Construction
Architectural Style: Northwest Contemporary Project Scope: Custom Home Architect: Conard Romano Contractor: Prestige Residential Construction Interior Design: Doug Rasar Interior Design Photographer: Aaron Leitz
那珂川の山荘
那珂川の山荘
Shell designShell design
森の中のoffice兼別荘
Photo of a world-inspired wood u-shaped staircase in Fukuoka with open risers.
Britannia Residence
Britannia Residence
Amanda HamiltonAmanda Hamilton
Large world-inspired wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Calgary with wainscoting.
水と木の香る、和みの和の家
水と木の香る、和みの和の家
株式会社 木の家専門店 谷口工務店株式会社 木の家専門店 谷口工務店
World-inspired wood u-shaped staircase in Other with wood risers.
Wai’alae Tropical Modern
Wai’alae Tropical Modern
Peter Vincent ArchitectsPeter Vincent Architects
The stairwell brings in natural light from monitor windows above into the center of the house and provides a focal point at this main circulation juncture. A custom cabinet blends with the stair and a barn door on the right discretely closes the large butler’s pantry from view.
HGTV Smart Home 2013
HGTV Smart Home 2013
Glenn Layton HomesGlenn Layton Homes
Glenn Layton Homes, Jacksonville Beach, Florida. HGTV Smart Home 2013
Design ideas for a large world-inspired wood u-shaped wire cable railing staircase in Jacksonville with tiled risers.
Peacock House, Surat
Peacock House, Surat
ESSTEAM DESIGN SERVICES LLPESSTEAM DESIGN SERVICES LLP
Ishita Sitwala
This is an example of a world-inspired wood u-shaped glass railing staircase in Other with marble risers and a feature wall.
Dover Vista
Dover Vista
Jack 'N Tool Box, Inc.Jack 'N Tool Box, Inc.
Jim Bartsch Photography
Inspiration for a medium sized world-inspired wood u-shaped staircase in Santa Barbara with wood risers and under stair storage.
Smith Res (Casas Sevillanas)
Smith Res (Casas Sevillanas)
Nelson de Leon/Locus Architecture Inc.Nelson de Leon/Locus Architecture Inc.
Carlos Morales
This is an example of a medium sized world-inspired u-shaped staircase in Miami with tiled risers.
Orchid
Orchid
Blackband DesignBlackband Design
Interior Design: Blackband Design Build: Patterson Custom Homes Architecture: Andrade Architects Photography: Ryan Garvin
Inspiration for a large world-inspired wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Orange County.

World-Inspired U-shaped Staircase Ideas and Designs

A beautiful world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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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