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Carpeted Staircase with Open Risers Ideas and Designs

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180 degree open rise stair
180 degree open rise stair
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Ryan Patrick Kelly Photographs
Haysboro
Haysboro
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Baldwin
Baldwin
Stonebridge Crafted HomesStonebridge Crafted Homes
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Stairs
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© Merle Prosofsky http://www.prosofsky.com
180 Degree Open Rise
180 Degree Open Rise
Custom Newel PostsCustom Newel Posts
Ryan Patrick Kelly Photographs
Metal Baluster Staircase in San Jose in residential home
Metal Baluster Staircase in San Jose in residential home
LAJ Wood Products Inc.LAJ Wood Products Inc.
Ellis Park Road Condo
Ellis Park Road Condo
Jennifer Turner ArchitectJennifer Turner Architect
Photography by 10 Frame Handles
Thomas
Thomas
The Atkins GroupThe Atkins Group
Gina Battaglia, Architect Myles Beeson, Photographer
Powell House
Powell House
Dan Duckham ArchitectDan Duckham Architect
Michigan Renovated Home #1
Michigan Renovated Home #1
Robert Vieracker-Custom Home Design PortfolioRobert Vieracker-Custom Home Design Portfolio
Open tread stairs & split-level living area
Open tread stairs & split-level living area
Abbott-Wade LtdAbbott-Wade Ltd
An open tread oak staircase with striped carpet and embedded glass balustrade.
180 degree open rise stair
180 degree open rise stair
Specialized Stair and RailSpecialized Stair and Rail
Ryan Patrick Kelly Photographs
Mid-Century Modern Renovation
Mid-Century Modern Renovation
Honor HomesHonor Homes
The open foyer provides a glimpse of the front door and main floor as well as the wood floor in family room off the hallway downstairs. The color of the gray tile continues on the carpet chosen for the open stairs.
South Suburban
South Suburban
Cadre General ContractorsCadre General Contractors
Cedar Creek Contemporary stair
Cedar Creek Contemporary stair
ROTHERS Design/BuildROTHERS Design/Build
photo by Audrey Rothers
McKenzie Lake Residence
McKenzie Lake Residence
Avid Interior Design Inc.Avid Interior Design Inc.
This gorgeous renovated 6500 square foot estate home was recognized by the International Design and Architecture Awards 2023 and nominated in these 3 categories: Luxury Residence Canada, Kitchen over 50,000GBP, and Regeneration/Restoration. This project won the award for Luxury Residence Canada! The design of this home merges old world charm with the elegance of modern design. We took this home from outdated and over-embellished to simplified and classic sophistication. Our design embodies a true feeling of home — one that is livable, warm and timeless.
FAIRFIELD GLENCOE
FAIRFIELD GLENCOE
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Malibu Custom Home in Magrath
Malibu Custom Home in Magrath
Kimberley HomesKimberley Homes
Merle Prosofsky Architectual Photography
Waterford
Waterford
Parkwood Master BuilderParkwood Master Builder
modern steps - beaverton staircase remodel
modern steps - beaverton staircase remodel
Mountainwood HomesMountainwood Homes
Photo by: Vern Uyetake

Carpeted Staircase with Open Risers 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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