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Contemporary Floating Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Eastgate
Eastgate
BalucoBaluco
White oak double stinger floating staircase
Westmere, Auckland Feature Home
Westmere, Auckland Feature Home
David Reid HomesDavid Reid Homes
With pale vertical cedar cladding, granite and clean lines, this contemporary family home has a decidedly mid-century Palm Springs aesthetic. Backing onto a bush reserve, the home makes the most of its lush setting by incorporating a stunning courtyard off the living area. Native bush and a travertine wall form a dramatic backdrop to the pool, with aquila decking running to a sunken outdoor living room, complete with fireplace and skylights - creating the perfect social focal point for year-round relaxing and entertaining. Interior detailing continues the modernist aesthetic. An open-tread suspended timber staircase floats in the entry foyer. Concrete floors, black-framed glazing and white walls feature in the main living areas. Appliances in the kitchen are integrated behind American oak cabinetry. A butler’s pantry lives up to its utilitarian nature with a morning prep station of toaster, jug and blender on one side, and a wine and cocktail making station on the other. Layout allows for separation from busy family life. The sole upper level bedroom is the master suite - forming a welcoming sanctuary to retreat to. There’s a window-seat for reading in the sun, an in-built desk, ensuite and walk in robe.
Lavendale | Dallas, TX | Custom Home
Lavendale | Dallas, TX | Custom Home
Espedal Design ConstructEspedal Design Construct
Eagle Mountain Open Stringer / Floating Staircase
Eagle Mountain Open Stringer / Floating Staircase
Icon Projects Ltd.Icon Projects Ltd.
They are at the center of your home so why not make them the centerpiece of your design as well. The open stringer staircase (aka floating staircase) add to form AND fuction - letting light through the open slots. Walls have been painted Benjamin Moore American White (2112-70), flooring is light oak laminate.
Scala Sospesa per Soppalco (Villa)
Scala Sospesa per Soppalco (Villa)
PRF Studio di Gianluca PezzoliPRF Studio di Gianluca Pezzoli
Custom Residence Design, 5200 Sq Ft., Contemporary Modern Deluxe
Custom Residence Design, 5200 Sq Ft., Contemporary Modern Deluxe
Triangle Residential DesignsTriangle Residential Designs
Custom Residence Design, 5200 Square Feet, Contemporary Modern Deluxe master bathroom and bedroom, gourmet kitchen, swimming pool, fireplace, open layout, outdoor living, multi-car garage, vegetable sink
Full Home Transformation
Full Home Transformation
ARTium Design BuildARTium Design Build
Artium gave the existing steel staircase a facelift by widening it, adding new reclaimed birch treads and stainless steel rods to the ceiling; creating a dramatic focal point in the space. Also hidden under the stairs is a trap door to the basement.
2017 Spring Parade
2017 Spring Parade
Gina Roberts-WagnerGina Roberts-Wagner
BL-11
BL-11
Signature Custom HomesSignature Custom Homes
Here we have a contemporary residence we designed in the Bellevue area. Some areas we hope you give attention to; floating vanities in the bathrooms along with flat panel cabinets, dark hardwood beams (giving you a loft feel) outdoor fireplace encased in cultured stone and an open tread stair system with a wrought iron detail. Photography: Layne Freedle
Zigzag and cantilever staircases.
Zigzag and cantilever staircases.
Railinglondon ltdRailinglondon ltd
Railinglondon design and build this fantastic zigzag and cantilever stairs with glass balustrade.Stairs ground to first floor are free standing open riser and open string stairs with glass balustrade, first to second flight are full cantilever stairs and second to third floor open risers and open string stairs.
Kelsey
Kelsey
Kasper Custom Home RemodelingKasper Custom Home Remodeling
Michael Hunter photography
Traditional With a Modern Twist
Traditional With a Modern Twist
Alto DesignAlto Design
Jeffrey Jakucyk: Photographer
The Modern minimalist
The Modern minimalist
Finishing Touches NW IncFinishing Touches NW Inc
Jens Whitmore
stair and fountain
stair and fountain
Cirqua StudioCirqua Studio
Floating steel staircase with open risers and rift oak treads. Fountain fills with a sheet of water along a dark river rock garden. Steel is powder-coated in a gun-metal finish. Michael A. Foley Photography
Black Walnut 4" Stair Treads
Black Walnut 4" Stair Treads
WR WoodworkingWR Woodworking
Black Walnut 4" Stair Treads highlight this new home in Austin Texas. Homeowners designed the home with this industrial staircase as a focal point.
Richmond District Residence
Richmond District Residence
Y.A. studioY.A. studio
Lucas Fladzinski
Seaview Beach House
Seaview Beach House
Mackenzie Pronk ArchitectsMackenzie Pronk Architects
View through to the kitchen, dining and deck Hardwood timber traces an abstract form around the stair. Photography Roger D'Souza
PÁMANES, CANTABRIA
PÁMANES, CANTABRIA
MOAH ArquitectosMOAH Arquitectos
La nueva tipología de hogar se basa en las construcciones tradicionales de la zona, pero con un toque contemporáneo. Una caja blanca apoyada sobre otra de piedra que, a su vez, se abre para dejar aparecer el vidrio, permite dialogar perfectamente la sensación de protección y refugio necesarios con las vistas y la luz del maravilloso paisaje que la rodea. La casa se encuentra situada en la vertiente sur del macizo de Peña Cabarga en el pueblo de Pámanes. El edificio está orientado hacia el sur, permitiendo disfrutar de las impresionantes vistas hacia el valle y se distribuye en dos niveles: sala de estar, espacios de uso diurno y dormitorios en la planta baja y estudio y dormitorio principal en planta alta.
Modèle projet chemin de la montagne
Modèle projet chemin de la montagne
Guilmain DesignGuilmain Design
Maison au pied du Mont-St-Hilaire, construite par Guilmain design inc
Modern Northwoods Residence Stair
Modern Northwoods Residence Stair
Amy Carman DesignAmy Carman Design
Metal railings and white oak treads, along with rift sawn white oak paneling and cabinetry, help create a warm, open and peaceful visual statement. Above is a balcony with a panoramic lake view. Below, a whole floor of indoor entertainment possibilities. Views to the lake and through to the kitchen and living room greet visitors when they arrive.

Contemporary Floating Staircase Ideas and Designs

A beautiful contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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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