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188 Blythe Road
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The Dulwich House - Staircase
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Fraher & Findlay Architects LtdFraher & Findlay Architects Ltd
The oak staircase was cut and made by our joinery team in our workshop - the handrail is a solid piece of oak winding its way down to the basement. The oak staircase wraps its way around the living spaces in the form of oak panelling to create a ribbon of material to links the spaces together.
Reeded House
Reeded House
Oliver Leech ArchitectsOliver Leech Architects
Crofton road
Crofton road
Phenie and CoPhenie and Co
A custom staircase constructed out of birch ply and stained in specialised blue varnish
Loft Conversion and House Renovation
Loft Conversion and House Renovation
ALT CONSTRUCTIONALT CONSTRUCTION
Home Refurbishment - AL1
Home Refurbishment - AL1
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Orchard View
Orchard View
Hayward Smart ArchitectsHayward Smart Architects
CHIVALRY ROAD
CHIVALRY ROAD
Sketch ArchitectsSketch Architects
The renovation of the Victorian terrace house has created a modern and spacious home. The basement staircase has been repositioned, creating a double height space at the centre of the home to draw light throughout the property.
Phillimore Gardens
Phillimore Gardens
BetterPADBetterPAD
Beautiful staircase with a simple black metal railing. Underneath the stairs, there is built-in wooden cabinetry with large gold handles, adding a touch of elegance.
Avenue Road
Avenue Road
Pardon Chambers Architects LtdPardon Chambers Architects Ltd
Canary Wharf
Canary Wharf
Staging-SpaceStaging-Space
H-Smith II
H-Smith II
SuprematiSupremati
Eccleston Square
Eccleston Square
Open Volume StudioOpen Volume Studio
New Build in Fitzroy
New Build in Fitzroy
Black and Milk | Interior Design | LondonBlack and Milk | Interior Design | London
Custom Home
Custom Home
Gaetano Hardwood Floors, Inc.Gaetano Hardwood Floors, Inc.
The hardwood flooring is custom made, 5/8" x 3,5,7" plank. Wirebrush rustic white oak with a custom bevel, stain and finish. Stair treads are solid white oak with paint grade risers to match the floors.
Sunnyland Residence
Sunnyland Residence
Rosewood Custom BuildersRosewood Custom Builders
Jenn Baker
Winchester II
Winchester II
Studio GildStudio Gild

Contemporary 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.
Hutton Drive 2641
Hutton Drive 2641
Whipple Russell ArchitectsWhipple Russell Architects
Hutton Drive 2641 modern open plan interior with central floating staircase, dining room, and front door entrance
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