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Seven Seat House
Seven Seat House
Kitty Lee ArchitectureKitty Lee Architecture
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary carpeted straight wood railing staircase in Sydney with carpeted risers.
House in North London For Hide Studio
House in North London For Hide Studio
Anna Stathaki | PhotographyAnna Stathaki | Photography
©Anna Stathaki
Photo of a medium sized modern carpeted wood railing staircase in London with carpeted risers and under stair storage.
North Beach Residence - Staircase
North Beach Residence - Staircase
Moroso ConstructionMoroso Construction
Paulette Taggart Architects l Alissa Lillie, Interior Design l Structural Design Engineers l Bruce Damonte Photography
Photo of a modern u-shaped staircase in San Francisco with open risers.
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John PrindleJohn Prindle
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Photo of a contemporary wood railing staircase in Portland with open risers.
Bradley Thiergartner Interiors
Bradley Thiergartner Interiors
Benjamin and DavidBenjamin and David
Custom Designed Steel and Oak Staircase with Recessed Wall Lights
Photo of a modern u-shaped staircase in New York.
13th St. Penthouse - Staircase
13th St. Penthouse - Staircase
Jane Kim ArchitectJane Kim Architect
Photo by Alan Tansey This East Village penthouse was designed for nocturnal entertaining. Reclaimed wood lines the walls and counters of the kitchen and dark tones accent the different spaces of the apartment. Brick walls were exposed and the stair was stripped to its raw steel finish. The guest bath shower is lined with textured slate while the floor is clad in striped Moroccan tile.
Showcase House
Showcase House
UserUser
This project was done in collaboration with Brandie Adams of Fusion Design Studio. Domain Architecture & Design, Gabriel Keller Project Manager / Designer, Lars Peterssen Principal-in-charge, while at Domain.
'19 New Home - Wayzata, MN
'19 New Home - Wayzata, MN
Lecy Bros Homes & RemodelingLecy Bros Homes & Remodeling
Contemporary wood straight mixed railing staircase in Minneapolis with wood risers.
Rustic Modern Home
Rustic Modern Home
Custom One HomesCustom One Homes
Photo of a modern staircase in Minneapolis.
Shafter Modern
Shafter Modern
studio Dstudio D
Design ideas for a contemporary staircase in San Francisco.
Lake House New Construction
Lake House New Construction
Leighanne LaMarre InteriorsLeighanne LaMarre Interiors
This is an example of a large rural wood u-shaped mixed railing staircase in Detroit with painted wood risers.
Ranch Pass Residence
Ranch Pass Residence
DK StudioDK Studio
This is an example of a beach style mixed railing staircase in Other with wood risers and panelled walls.
Villa at Key Biscayne
Villa at Key Biscayne
TVI Construction, CorpTVI Construction, Corp
This is an example of a modern staircase in Miami.
Atherton Renovation
Atherton Renovation
Fiorella Design, LLCFiorella Design, LLC
Photo of a classic staircase in San Francisco.
Austin Victorian
Austin Victorian
ChangoChango
Austin Victorian by Chango & Co. Architectural Advisement & Interior Design by Chango & Co. Architecture by William Hablinski Construction by J Pinnelli Co. Photography by Sarah Elliott
Timeless Custom Home in St.Charles
Timeless Custom Home in St.Charles
Liston Design BuildListon Design Build
Large classic wood wood railing staircase in St Louis with feature lighting.
Project | Coastal Beach House
Project | Coastal Beach House
Eco Outdoor USAEco Outdoor USA
Architecture & Interiors: Studio Esteta Photography: Sean Fennessy Located in an enviable position within arm’s reach of a beach pier, the refurbishment of Coastal Beach House references the home’s coastal context and pays homage to it’s mid-century bones. “Our client’s brief sought to rejuvenate the double storey residence, whilst maintaining the existing building footprint”, explains Sarah Cosentino, director of Studio Esteta. As the orientation of the original dwelling already maximized the coastal aspect, the client engaged Studio Esteta to tailor the spatial arrangement to better accommodate their love for entertaining with minor modifications. “In response, our design seeks to be in synergy with the mid-century character that presented, emphasizing its stylistic significance to create a light-filled, serene and relaxed interior that feels wholly connected to the adjacent bay”, Sarah explains. The client’s deep appreciation of the mid-century design aesthetic also called for original details to be preserved or used as reference points in the refurbishment. Items such as the unique wall hooks were repurposed and a light, tactile palette of natural materials was adopted. The neutral backdrop allowed space for the client’s extensive collection of art and ceramics and avoided distracting from the coastal views.
Whole House Remodel in San Clemente
Whole House Remodel in San Clemente
Eskan DevelopersEskan Developers
This is an example of a medium sized modern wood l-shaped mixed railing staircase in Orange County.
Baxter
Baxter
Christie Sobran DesignsChristie Sobran Designs
compass rose next to built-in bench
Design ideas for a coastal staircase in Bridgeport with under stair storage.

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.
Kenwood
Kenwood
Brook Taylor InteriorsBrook Taylor Interiors
This is an example of a classic staircase in DC Metro with a dado rail.
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