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Carpeted Staircase with Panelled Walls Ideas and Designs

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Modern twist
Modern twist
New Zealand Certified Builders AssociationNew Zealand Certified Builders Association
A pop of bright red on the stairwell greets you just beyond the front door and the high-pitched roof allows ceilings to soar and displays color-changing LED lights. The glass above the stairwell floods the home with light.
Transitonal - Bennington, NE
Transitonal - Bennington, NE
Arjay Builders Inc.Arjay Builders Inc.
U-shaped staircase with carpet runner and wood end caps. Wood wall paneling.
Shaughnessy Residence - Staircase
Shaughnessy Residence - Staircase
Novell Design Build & Novella OutdoorsNovell Design Build & Novella Outdoors
This is a major renovation of a character home, in the Shaughnessy neighbourhood of Vancouver, BC. It is a landmark building with historical significance. We focused on appropriate design detailing to suit the era of the home while incorporating modern comforts and features.
White Oak and White Staircase & Entryway
White Oak and White Staircase & Entryway
Revived InteriorsRevived Interiors
Updated staircase with white balusters and white oak handrails, herringbone-patterned stair runner in taupe and cream, and ornate but airy moulding details. This entryway has white oak hardwood flooring, white walls with beautiful millwork and moulding details.
White Oak and White Staircase
White Oak and White Staircase
Revived InteriorsRevived Interiors
Updated staircase with white balusters and white oak handrails, herringbone-patterned stair runner in taupe and cream, and ornate but airy moulding details. This entryway has white oak hardwood flooring, white walls with beautiful millwork and moulding details.
A Dog’s Life? – Sign Us Up!
A Dog’s Life? – Sign Us Up!
Williston WeavesWilliston Weaves
Lucky pooch Cooper is living the high life in SK Design’s on going design project for a young family. Both smart and practical, the coastal palette of grays, creams and blue set off the stairs, family, boy’s room and play room. Cooper has it made, and a friend for life!
Transitional Transformation
Transitional Transformation
Bohannon Design TeamBohannon Design Team
Diamonds go beyond being a girl's best friend...
Diamonds go beyond being a girl's best friend...
Williston WeavesWilliston Weaves
Transitional Transformation
Transitional Transformation
Bohannon Design TeamBohannon Design Team
Suncastle Whole Home Remodel
Suncastle Whole Home Remodel
Renovations by Hearth + HomeRenovations by Hearth + Home
Client wanted to eliminate honey oak finish from stair system, including the decorative paneling - without the cost of replacing everything. As a result, we used a solid spray stain, which minimized prep work and provided a rich, saturated colour that concealed imperfections beautifully. New carpet on open risers completed the transformation.
Paris in Draper
Paris in Draper
Steven Dailey ConstructionSteven Dailey Construction
Diamonds go beyond being a girl's best friend...
Diamonds go beyond being a girl's best friend...
Williston WeavesWilliston Weaves
Paris in Draper
Paris in Draper
Steven Dailey ConstructionSteven Dailey Construction
Paris in Draper
Paris in Draper
Steven Dailey ConstructionSteven Dailey Construction
Brick by Brick
Brick by Brick
Top Shelf DesignTop Shelf Design
Black Heart
Black Heart
Maven Home InteriorsMaven Home Interiors
This feature stairwell wall is tricked out with individual lights in each custom oak strip. Lights change color.
The Sonoma
The Sonoma
Robbins ContractingRobbins Contracting
Medium Hardwood Floors
Medium Hardwood Floors
Hallmark FloorsHallmark Floors
Beautiful two story traditional home featuring the Orris Maple from the True Collection. PC: The Hardwood Floor Company in Bend, OR

Carpeted Staircase with Panelled Walls 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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