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Affordable Floating Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Modern Shacks
Dichotomy InteriorsDichotomy Interiors
photo by Deborah Degraffenreid
Dijon Tumbled Limestone Tiles | MyStoneFloor
Dijon Tumbled Limestone Tiles | MyStoneFloor
Quorn StoneQuorn Stone
Photographed by Rachel Prestwich Dijon Tumbled Limestone Floor Tiles Our Dijon Tumbled Tiles work so well in this modern contemporary home - a beautiful entrance room through to a kitchen and dining room. Dijon Limestones are one of the most versatile limestones. It is extremely popular in traditional properties with its aged, tumbled appearance. The neutral greys and beiges make this stone very simple to blend in with most colour schemes and styles.
Whole House: Gallup Park
Whole House: Gallup Park
Rochman Design-Build Inc.Rochman Design-Build Inc.
This dramatic and open staircase replaced a dark and enclosed multi story stairway. This gorgeous see through staircase is made of wood and steel and was part of a larger home remodel in Ann Arbor. Steve Kuzma Photography
All Glass Wine Cellar
All Glass Wine Cellar
Blue Grouse Wine CellarsBlue Grouse Wine Cellars
The all-glass wine cellar is the focal point of this great room in a beautiful, high-end West Vancouver home. Learn more about this project at http://bluegrousewinecellars.com/West-Vancouver-Custom-Wine-Cellars-Contemporary-Project.html Photo Credit: Kent Kallberg 1621 Welch St North Vancouver, BC V7P 2Y2‎ (604) 929-3180 - bluegrousewinecellars.com
GRIFFIN ENRIGHT ARCHITECTS: Hollywood Hills Residence
GRIFFIN ENRIGHT ARCHITECTS: Hollywood Hills Residence
Griffin Enright ArchitectsGriffin Enright Architects
The wood stair appears to be emerging from the library shelving.
Callavance Court Renovation
Callavance Court Renovation
Alair Homes Savannah - The Strong GroupAlair Homes Savannah - The Strong Group
This interior renovation project took a traditional home in The Landings to a mid-century showpiece. There is a beautiful floating staircase as a focal point in the open floor plan. The black marble fireplace surround is a dramatic feature that spans both levels of this home. A folding door in the eating nook allows for easy access to the terraced back patio and two story sunroom provides great natural light in the living spaces of the home. A hidden door in the hall closet allows access to the technology of the home.
NOTTING HILL MAISONETTE No 1
NOTTING HILL MAISONETTE No 1
STEPHEN FLETCHER ARCHITECTSSTEPHEN FLETCHER ARCHITECTS
The tapered staircase is formed of laminated oak and was supplied and installed by SMET, a Belgian company. It matches the parquet flooring, and sits elegantly in the space by the sliding doors. Structural glass balustrades help maintain just the right balance of solidity, practicality and lightness of touch and allow the proportions of the rooms and front-to-rear views to dominate. Photography: Bruce Hemming
Glass Staircase Design&Build
Glass Staircase Design&Build
Demax Staircase&RailingDemax Staircase&Railing
all glass floating staircase design&build glass tread option: 1/2/+1/2 laminated tempered glass, 3/8+3/8+3/8 laminated tempered glass 1/2/+1/2+1/2 laminated tempered glass glass color: clear glass or low iron glass
Ascendo Centrum Stairs
Ascendo Centrum Stairs
Ackworth HouseAckworth House
The black central steel stringer and rich red Jarrah treads of this staircase make a beautiful statement against the neutral walls and floor in this grand entrance way.
dezanove house, by Your Architect London Ltd
dezanove house, by Your Architect London Ltd
inaki leite design Ltd.inaki leite design Ltd.
Adrian Vazquez
Floating Stairs by finesse
Floating Stairs by finesse
By FinesseBy Finesse
Zbigniew Radziewanowski
Staircase Atrium
Staircase Atrium
ODS ArchitectureODS Architecture
Stairs to this home's many levels had combinations of glass and vertical picket railing. Cedar siding on the exterior was brought inside to continue the visual theme.
Passage des Soupirs
Passage des Soupirs
Philippe BerthomierPhilippe Berthomier
Rémi Castan
expo 14
expo 14
EbdlcEbdlc
Seaview Beach House
Seaview Beach House
Mackenzie Pronk ArchitectsMackenzie Pronk Architects
View through to the kitchen, dining and deck Hardwood timber traces an abstract form around the stair. Photography Roger D'Souza
Slade Run-Falls Church, VA
Slade Run-Falls Church, VA
HP Metal FabricationHP Metal Fabrication
HP Metal Fabrication
Lake Joseph Renovation - Mainhouse
Lake Joseph Renovation - Mainhouse
Tamarack NorthTamarack North
Jalmia Drive
Jalmia Drive
Yoram LePair ArchitectsYoram LePair Architects
LePair Morey Studio
94_Neutral Color Floating Staircase with Metal Balusters, Bethesda MD 20817
94_Neutral Color Floating Staircase with Metal Balusters, Bethesda MD 20817
Century Stair CompanyCentury Stair Company
This contemporary staircase, with light color wood treads & railing, white risers, and black-round metal balusters, blends seamlessly with the subtle sophistication of the fireplace in the main living area, and with the adjacent rooms in this stylish open concept 3 story home. CSC 1976-2022 © Century Stair Company ® All rights reserved.
Serenity
Serenity
Odin Industrial DesignOdin Industrial Design

Affordable Floating 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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