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Affordable U-shaped Staircase Ideas and Designs

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India Rocks, FL Coastal Interior Remodel
India Rocks, FL Coastal Interior Remodel
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Farmington, Traditional Navajo from the Ponderosa Collection
Farmington, Traditional Navajo from the Ponderosa Collection
Brock's Flooring Inc.Brock's Flooring Inc.
Загородный дом
Загородный дом
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Ручная роспись потолка по эскизам дизайнеров. Фото Анон Лубенец
30_Industrial Style Staircase in Renovated Community Clubhouse, Arlington VA 222
30_Industrial Style Staircase in Renovated Community Clubhouse, Arlington VA 222
Century Stair CompanyCentury Stair Company
One of our commercial designs was recently selected for a beautiful clubhouse/fitness center renovation; this eco-friendly community near Crystal City and Pentagon City features square wooden newels and wooden stringers finished with grey/metal semi-gloss paint to match vertical metal rods and handrail. This particular staircase was designed and manufactured to builder’s specifications, allowing for a complete metal balustrade system and carpet-dressed treads that meet building code requirements for the city of Arlington.CSC 1976-2020 © Century Stair Company ® All rights reserved.
Rhythmic House
Rhythmic House
Kitty Lee ArchitectureKitty Lee Architecture
DreamDesign 30: Modern Beachhouse
DreamDesign 30: Modern Beachhouse
Starr Custom HomesStarr Custom Homes
This modern beach house in Jacksonville Beach features a large, open entertainment area consisting of great room, kitchen, dining area and lanai. A unique second-story bridge over looks both foyer and great room. Polished concrete floors and horizontal aluminum stair railing bring a contemporary feel. The kitchen shines with European-style cabinetry and GE Profile appliances. The private upstairs master suite is situated away from other bedrooms and features a luxury master shower and floating double vanity. Two roomy secondary bedrooms share an additional bath. Photo credit: Deremer Studios
Staircase Carpet Runner
Staircase Carpet Runner
Lewis Floor & HomeLewis Floor & Home
Custom hallway runner with velvet border. Antrim's Thacher in Pewter with a velvet border
All maple stair
All maple stair
Stairworks of BostonStairworks of Boston
79_Horizontal Balustrade in High-end Interior Architecture, Great Falls VA 22066
79_Horizontal Balustrade in High-end Interior Architecture, Great Falls VA 22066
Century Stair CompanyCentury Stair Company
This wooden staircase helps define space in this open-concept modern home; stained treads blend with the hardwood floors and the horizontal balustrade allows for natural light to filter into living and kitchen area. CSC 1976-2020 © Century Stair Company. ® All rights reserved
Ferndale Home Remodel
Ferndale Home Remodel
J Manifold ConstructionJ Manifold Construction
Born and Raised Photography
1115 Kalmia Home
1115 Kalmia Home
Hower ArchitectsHower Architects
Denver Photo
Via San Remo
Via San Remo
SIDG DesignSIDG Design
This open concept living area is centered in the home; visible to the kitchen, living room, and staircase. The woven bench with decorative pillows is the perfect spot to take off your shoes and be a part of the conversation.
Clarkson, MI - Stair Runner
Clarkson, MI - Stair Runner
Riemer Floors, Inc.Riemer Floors, Inc.
King Cheetah in Dune by Stanton Corporation installed as a stair runner in Clarkston, MI.
Richmond in Cane Bay
Richmond in Cane Bay
Landmark 24 HomesLandmark 24 Homes
Opudot Charcoal
Opudot Charcoal
Tsar CarpetsTsar Carpets
Stair Runners
Stair Runners
S & J Biren Floor CoveringS & J Biren Floor Covering
Shelly Striks, designer
Ivory House
Ivory House
I. S. Hernandez Design Services, Inc.I. S. Hernandez Design Services, Inc.
Incline Village Handrail Detail
Incline Village Handrail Detail
Carol Faccinetti Interior DesignCarol Faccinetti Interior Design
custom designed hand rail
Lakeside Modern Lodge
Lakeside Modern Lodge
HAUS | Architecture For Modern LifestylesHAUS | Architecture For Modern Lifestyles
Custom open riser stair anchors entry and provides as central focal point to open concept living spaces and upper level + entry - HLODGE - Unionville, IN - Lake Lemon - HAUS | Architecture For Modern Lifestyles (architect + photographer) - WERK | Building Modern (builder)
Farmhouse Newel Detail
Farmhouse Newel Detail
Meyer DesignMeyer Design
Adding windows to stairs are a great way to bring in more natural light. Meyer Design

Affordable U-shaped 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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