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Upper West Side Duplex Combination - stairs
Upper West Side Duplex Combination - stairs
Ben HerzogBen Herzog
This is an example of a traditional wood l-shaped glass railing staircase in New York with wood risers.
A Happy Home
A Happy Home
Kindred Interior StudiosKindred Interior Studios
Photo of a traditional staircase in Other.
83_Blonde Wood Stairway with Sleek Horizontal-Metal Balustrade, Springfield VA 2
83_Blonde Wood Stairway with Sleek Horizontal-Metal Balustrade, Springfield VA 2
Century Stair CompanyCentury Stair Company
Placed in a central corner in this beautiful home, this u-shape staircase with light color wood treads and hand rails features a horizontal-sleek black rod railing that not only protects its occupants, it also provides visual flow and invites owners and guests to visit bottom and upper levels. CSC © 1976-2020 Century Stair Company. All rights reserved.
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Atherton Renovation
Atherton Renovation
Fiorella Design, LLCFiorella Design, LLC
Photo of a classic staircase in San Francisco.
Carolina Circle Remodel
Carolina Circle Remodel
Sun Bay BuildersSun Bay Builders
Newly installed staircase and wine closet
Photo of a mediterranean staircase in Tampa.
Asheville Residence
Asheville Residence
Young & Young InteriorsYoung & Young Interiors
Photo of a contemporary wood floating wire cable railing staircase in Detroit with open risers.
2019 Idea House
2019 Idea House
Baird Brothers Fine HardwoodsBaird Brothers Fine Hardwoods
Quarter Sawn White Oak Flooring and Mouldings
Large traditional wood l-shaped metal railing staircase in Other.
Brooklyn Townhouse
Brooklyn Townhouse
Anjie Cho Architect PLLCAnjie Cho Architect PLLC
This is an example of a medium sized modern wood straight wire cable railing staircase in New York with wood risers.
Chez moi, Fontagard
Chez moi, Fontagard
Adrien GranchereAdrien Granchere
Medium sized bohemian wood curved mixed railing staircase in Other with wood risers.
Lake Bonavista whole home renovation
Lake Bonavista whole home renovation
Bond Contracting & Construction, Inc.Bond Contracting & Construction, Inc.
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in Calgary with painted wood risers.
Modern Farmhouse
Modern Farmhouse
Old Hillsboro Building CompanyOld Hillsboro Building Company
Design ideas for a medium sized country wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Nashville with painted wood risers.
Gloucester Road
Gloucester Road
Salu-tions Project ManagementSalu-tions Project Management
Design ideas for a contemporary wood floating wood railing staircase in Cornwall with open risers.
Marquette | 2017
Marquette | 2017
Coats HomesCoats Homes
Description: Interior Design by Neal Stewart Designs ( http://nealstewartdesigns.com/). Architecture by Stocker Hoesterey Montenegro Architects ( http://www.shmarchitects.com/david-stocker-1/). Built by Coats Homes (www.coatshomes.com). Photography by Costa Christ Media ( https://www.costachrist.com/). Others who worked on this project: Stocker Hoesterey Montenegro
2017 Southern Living Showcase- Bluejack National
2017 Southern Living Showcase- Bluejack National
Morning Star Builders LTDMorning Star Builders LTD
Mike Kaskel
Photo of a large classic wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in Houston with painted wood risers.
English Country House | Greenville, DE
English Country House | Greenville, DE
Period Architecture Ltd.Period Architecture Ltd.
Angle Eye Photography
Design ideas for a large traditional wood u-shaped metal railing staircase in Wilmington with painted wood risers.
Orchard Lake Whole House Remodel
Orchard Lake Whole House Remodel
MainStreet Design BuildMainStreet Design Build
The new wide plank oak flooring continues throughout the entire first and second floors with a lovely open staircase lit by a chandelier, skylights and flush in-wall step lighting. Kate Benjamin Photography
Back Bay Tint Project
Back Bay Tint Project
The Tint ProsThe Tint Pros
Photo of a medium sized wood floating staircase in Orange County with open risers.
Georgian Town House
Georgian Town House
NW interior designNW interior design
The ground floor leading up to the formal sitting room, TV room and on the second floor the bedrooms and bathroom. Stairs painted and fitted with a flat weave runner David Mereweather
Interior Cable Railings
Interior Cable Railings
San Diego Cable RailingsSan Diego Cable Railings
Stainless steel railing posts capped with mahogany top rails for a beautiful contemporary stairway.
Inspiration for a contemporary staircase in San Diego.

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.
Modern Farm House
Modern Farm House
Victoria Hardy InteriorsVictoria Hardy Interiors
Chicago Home Photos Barrington, IL
This is an example of a medium sized rural wood u-shaped staircase in Chicago with painted wood risers.
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