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Spokane South Hill Modern Entryway
Spokane South Hill Modern Entryway
509 Design509 Design
We updated this entryway with new wood floors, a patterned carpet that has low pile, so will look new for years, and painted the stair rail black with white spindles. The gray walls coordinate with the entire scheme.
Mid Century Modern Bathroom
Mid Century Modern Bathroom
Grey House Kitchens & InteriorsGrey House Kitchens & Interiors
Custom railings and the mid century modern lighting create a dramatic focal point to this entry remodel.
Bellawood Project
Bellawood Project
Hermitage Kitchen Gallery LLCHermitage Kitchen Gallery LLC
Designer: Terri Sears Photography: Melissa Mills
Wise Court
Wise Court
MacMillan-Pace, LLCMacMillan-Pace, LLC
32_Sophisticated Farmhouse Style Stair, Aldie, VA 20105
32_Sophisticated Farmhouse Style Stair, Aldie, VA 20105
Century Stair CompanyCentury Stair Company
We had the wonderful opportunity to build this sophisticated staircase in one of the state-of-the-art Fitness Center offered by a very discerning golf community in Loudoun County; we demonstrate with this recent sample our superior craftsmanship and expertise in designing and building this fine custom-crafted stairway. Our design/manufacturing team was able to bring to life blueprints provided to the selected builder; it matches perfectly the designer’s goal to create a setting of refined and relaxed elegance. CSC 1976-2020 © Century Stair Company ® All rights reserved.
Product Installations
Product Installations
Nationwide Lifts BC - Residential ElevatorsNationwide Lifts BC - Residential Elevators
Fairfield - Moder Farmhouse
Fairfield - Moder Farmhouse
Visbeen ArchitectsVisbeen Architects
Builder: Falcon Custom Homes Interior Designer: Mary Burns - Gallery Photographer: Mike Buck A perfectly proportioned story and a half cottage, the Farfield is full of traditional details and charm. The front is composed of matching board and batten gables flanking a covered porch featuring square columns with pegged capitols. A tour of the rear façade reveals an asymmetrical elevation with a tall living room gable anchoring the right and a low retractable-screened porch to the left. Inside, the front foyer opens up to a wide staircase clad in horizontal boards for a more modern feel. To the left, and through a short hall, is a study with private access to the main levels public bathroom. Further back a corridor, framed on one side by the living rooms stone fireplace, connects the master suite to the rest of the house. Entrance to the living room can be gained through a pair of openings flanking the stone fireplace, or via the open concept kitchen/dining room. Neutral grey cabinets featuring a modern take on a recessed panel look, line the perimeter of the kitchen, framing the elongated kitchen island. Twelve leather wrapped chairs provide enough seating for a large family, or gathering of friends. Anchoring the rear of the main level is the screened in porch framed by square columns that match the style of those found at the front porch. Upstairs, there are a total of four separate sleeping chambers. The two bedrooms above the master suite share a bathroom, while the third bedroom to the rear features its own en suite. The fourth is a large bunkroom above the homes two-stall garage large enough to host an abundance of guests.
Fishtown Row
Fishtown Row
Wyant ArchitectureWyant Architecture
The reconstructed stairway is beautifully day-lit by new casement windows and skylights at the second and third floors.
Music to our Ears - Staircase
Music to our Ears - Staircase
ARTium Design BuildARTium Design Build
Elegant curved staircase with wainscoting
Finished Basement in Oxford, MI
Finished Basement in Oxford, MI
Finished Basements PlusFinished Basements Plus
Historic Design House - Cherry Street Lofts, Circa 1890
Historic Design House - Cherry Street Lofts, Circa 1890
Suzanne MacCrone RogersSuzanne MacCrone Rogers
Suzanne MacCrone Rogers
Case Study: Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina
Case Study: Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina
InsidesignInsidesign
Anthony-Masterson
Color Forward
Color Forward
DEW Design CompanyDEW Design Company
Muted pink walls and trim with a dark painted railing add contrast in front of a beautiful crane mural. Design: @dewdesignchicago Photography: @erinkonrathphotography Styling: Natalie Marotta Style
Queen Anne Victorian Remodel Stair and Hall
Queen Anne Victorian Remodel Stair and Hall
D3 ArchitectsD3 Architects
The stained oak hardwood stair rises up to the bedrooms upstairs next to a built in bench with shoe storage. A very generous 54” wide hall leads to the back portion of the house - a stair down to the basement and a powder room off to the left and the kitchen and family room straight back. The stained oak hardwood floors throughout the main floor create continuity, while a few carefully placed walls hold up the second floor and define the different communal spaces on the first floor.
57_Modern & Comfortable Cupboard Under Basement Stairs, Bethesda MD 20817
57_Modern & Comfortable Cupboard Under Basement Stairs, Bethesda MD 20817
Century Stair CompanyCentury Stair Company
In this smart home, the space under the basement stairs was brilliantly transformed into a cozy and safe space, where dreaming, reading and relaxing are allowed. Once you leave this magical place and go to the main level, you find a minimalist and elegant staircase system made with red oak handrails and treads and white-painted square balusters. CSC 1976-2020 © Century Stair Company. ® All Rights Reserved.
Tiled Stairs
Tiled Stairs
HDR Remodeling Inc.HDR Remodeling Inc.
Spruce up your stairway with a fun and fresh tile design!
Drama in Black and White
Drama in Black and White
Pineapple House Interior DesignPineapple House Interior Design
Acoustics from exposed hardwood floors are managed via upholstered furniture, window treatments and on the stair treads. Brass lighting fixtures impart an element of contrast.
Roger Oates Westport Lemon stair runner carpet in Farnham Surrey
Roger Oates Westport Lemon stair runner carpet in Farnham Surrey
HighergroundHigherground
Roger Oates Westport Lemon stair runner carpet fitted to white painted staircase in Farnham Surrey
Wise Court
Wise Court
MacMillan-Pace, LLCMacMillan-Pace, LLC
Red Oak Common #1. | Solid Hardwood 3 1/4"
Red Oak Common #1. | Solid Hardwood 3 1/4"
Tri Point FlooringTri Point Flooring
hardwood post Red Oak Common #1. 3/4" x 3 1/4" Solid Hardwood. Stain: Special Walnut Sealer: Bona AmberSeal Poly: Bona Mega HD Satin

Affordable Wood Railing 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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