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Affordable U-shaped Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Shores of Green Fern
Shores of Green Fern
Liv4 ArchitectureLiv4 Architecture
Scott Amundson
Reforma de vivienda en la Bonanova, Barcelona
Reforma de vivienda en la Bonanova, Barcelona
Mireia Masdeu DesignMireia Masdeu Design
Mauricio Fuentes
Stainless Steel with Bars
Stainless Steel with Bars
Modern Stairs and RailingsModern Stairs and Railings
13th St. Penthouse - Staircase / Kitchen
13th St. Penthouse - Staircase / Kitchen
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.
House 153
House 153
Rodriguez Studio Architecture PCRodriguez Studio Architecture PC
David Joseph
a house in a garden
a house in a garden
Brennan + Company ArchitectsBrennan + Company Architects
12.施工事例
12.施工事例
株式会社フジサワ建設株式会社フジサワ建設
Stairs
Stairs
S & J Biren Floor CoveringS & J Biren Floor Covering
Practical and rich looking stair runner that compliments stair railing, wall and transitional design. Simple machine binding to let the carpet be the star! Made of polypropylene, these stairs will be easy to clean and give the homeowner many years of enjoyment.
Ravenswood loft conversion
Ravenswood loft conversion
Studio FabbriStudio Fabbri
Riverview Pines Mountain Modern
Riverview Pines Mountain Modern
Stonebuilt HomesStonebuilt Homes
Palo Alto Multi-generational Home
Palo Alto Multi-generational Home
Cathie Hong InteriorsCathie Hong Interiors
This project was a complete gut remodel of the owner's childhood home. They demolished it and rebuilt it as a brand-new two-story home to house both her retired parents in an attached ADU in-law unit, as well as her own family of six. Though there is a fire door separating the ADU from the main house, it is often left open to create a truly multi-generational home. For the design of the home, the owner's one request was to create something timeless, and we aimed to honor that.
Town Mountain Modern
Town Mountain Modern
Allard + Roberts Interior Design, IncAllard + Roberts Interior Design, Inc
甲府市　U様邸
甲府市　U様邸
ienowaienowa
やさしさとぬくもりの家 真っ白でまっさらな、太陽の光を浴びて眩しいほどの大きな2階建てのお家。 広い玄関を抜けると広がる北欧テイストのリビングダイニング。 リビングに面した小上がりの畳スペースは障子で仕切ることができ、欧×和の空間を楽しむことができます。 キッチンは、天然木枠のガラスのパーテーションで仕切り、2種類のタイルを組み合わせたこだわりの空間。 2階へ続く階段横の中2階フリースペースでは、解放感ある吹き抜けの窓から明るい光がたっぷり降り注ぎます。 時が経っても飽きのこない、更に愛着がわくような、そんな想いを込めたこだわりのお家が完成しました。
Modern Brooklyn Townhouse
Modern Brooklyn Townhouse
Collaborated WorksCollaborated Works
Pacific Palisades House
Pacific Palisades House
Fritz Johnson AIAFritz Johnson AIA
Olivier Koenig
Los Altos Traditional
Los Altos Traditional
W Design InteriorsW Design Interiors
Scott Hargis
Barn Raising
Barn Raising
Legacy Construction Northeast LLCLegacy Construction Northeast LLC
Carol Kurth Architecture, PC and Marie Aiello Design Sutdio, Peter Krupenye Photography
Kiawah Renovation
Kiawah Renovation
Harper Construction Inc.Harper Construction Inc.
photos by William Quarles
Lot 74
Lot 74
Metal Inc.Metal Inc.
Complete metal stair, metal structure, metal railings,contemporary. metal railing with wood top, steel structure, steel stringer, awesome stairs, open design staircase, floating staircase
Transitional Staircase
Transitional Staircase

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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