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New Construction, Transitional Interior
New Construction, Transitional Interior
Georgio HomeGeorgio Home
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional wood l-shaped staircase in New York with painted wood risers.
New Construction, Glencoe IL
New Construction, Glencoe IL
NEWLOOK DevelopmentNEWLOOK Development
Inspiration for a large classic wood u-shaped staircase in Chicago with painted wood risers.
Travertine Staircase
Travertine Staircase
Studio HausStudio Haus
Inspiration for a large modern spiral staircase in Los Angeles.
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Mountain Contemporary Custom Home - Stairway
Mountain Contemporary Custom Home - Stairway
Allard + Roberts Interior Design, IncAllard + Roberts Interior Design, Inc
Builder: Thompson Properties, Interior Designer: Allard & Roberts Interior Design, Cabinetry: Advance Cabinetry, Countertops: Mountain Marble & Granite, Lighting Fixtures: Lux Lighting and Allard & Roberts, Doors: Sun Mountain Door, Plumbing & Appliances: Ferguson, Door & Cabinet Hardware: Bella Hardware & Bath Photography: David Dietrich Photography
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
Hilltop Residence
Hilltop Residence
Phoebe HowardPhoebe Howard
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional wood u-shaped staircase in Atlanta with painted wood risers and feature lighting.
Noe Street Kitchen and Bath
Noe Street Kitchen and Bath
Eisenmann ArchitectureEisenmann Architecture
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary wood l-shaped mixed railing staircase in San Francisco.
Mountain Modern
Mountain Modern
Pearson Design GroupPearson Design Group
Photo of a medium sized contemporary wood floating staircase in Other with open risers.
Diamond Project
Diamond Project
Terry and Terry ArchitectureTerry and Terry Architecture
Main staircase near entry Joe Fletcher
Design ideas for a small modern wood floating staircase in San Francisco with open risers.
Clearview® Cable Railing - Build Coastal
Clearview® Cable Railing - Build Coastal
AGS Stainless, Inc.AGS Stainless, Inc.
Photo of a medium sized modern wood straight wire cable railing staircase 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.
Private Residence
Private Residence
Jaycox Architects & AssociatesJaycox Architects & Associates
Sue Root Photography
Photo of a coastal u-shaped staircase in Jacksonville.
Beach Drive
Beach Drive
Colby ConstructionColby Construction
Tricia Shay Photography
Photo of a nautical staircase in Milwaukee.
Boars Hill, Oxfordshire
Boars Hill, Oxfordshire
Alexander James InteriorsAlexander James Interiors
Photo of a large traditional curved staircase in Berkshire.
Lake Front Country Estate
Lake Front Country Estate
Markalunas Architecture GroupMarkalunas Architecture Group
Lake Front Country Estate Iron Railing. Photography by Rachael Boling
Photo of a classic wood u-shaped staircase in Other with wood risers.
Contemporary Oasis
Contemporary Oasis
McSpadden HomesMcSpadden Homes
Large contemporary wood curved staircase in Charlotte with open risers.
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.
Under Stair Storage
Under Stair Storage
Pacific Coast Custom DesignPacific Coast Custom Design
Super functional under stair storage cabinets. Super heavy duty glides give access to the huge storage cabinets.
Classic staircase in Orange County with under stair storage.
Kerlin Staircase
Kerlin Staircase
Blue Hill Cabinet & WoodworkBlue Hill Cabinet & Woodwork
Open stair well. Three flights of stairs going from basement to attic. Looking down from attic
Inspiration for a modern staircase in Other.

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.
Country Estate
Country Estate
S. B. Long InteriorsS. B. Long Interiors
Photographed by John Gruen
This is an example of a traditional staircase in Dallas.
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