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Contemporary Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Palos Park Residence
Palos Park Residence
Turn CollaborativeTurn Collaborative
Paul Benigno
Contemporary Staircase
Contemporary Staircase
Huntington Beach
Huntington Beach
Michael Fullen Design GroupMichael Fullen Design Group
Haus S12
Haus S12
be_planen Architektur GmbHbe_planen Architektur GmbH
Rabbit Brush Residence
Rabbit Brush Residence
CLB ArchitectsCLB Architects
Paul Warchol
Kirkland 4 Star Built Green Custom Home
Kirkland 4 Star Built Green Custom Home
H2D Architecture + DesignH2D Architecture + Design
This home is designed to be accessible for all three floors of the home via the residential elevator shown in the photo. The elevator runs through the core of the house, from the basement to rooftop deck. Alongside the elevator, the steel and walnut floating stair provides a feature in the space. Design by: H2D Architecture + Design www.h2darchitects.com #kirklandarchitect #kirklandcustomhome #kirkland #customhome #greenhome #sustainablehomedesign #residentialelevator #concreteflooring
North Berkeley Residence
North Berkeley Residence
Geoffrey Holton and Associates - GHAGeoffrey Holton and Associates - GHA
Reclaimed anodized aluminum panels, birch plywood, and carbonized bamboo were used to articulate the new staircase.
Stahlwangentreppen
Stahlwangentreppen
Treppen SchmidtTreppen Schmidt
Duplex Parisien - Entrance
Duplex Parisien - Entrance
Sarah Lavoine - Studio d'architecture d'intérieurSarah Lavoine - Studio d'architecture d'intérieur
Sarah Lavoine : http://www.sarahlavoine.com
Fusion Farmhouse
Fusion Farmhouse
UserUser
Contemporary Ranch Reno
Contemporary Ranch Reno
12/12 Architects & Planners12/12 Architects & Planners
This family of 5 was quickly out-growing their 1,220sf ranch home on a beautiful corner lot. Rather than adding a 2nd floor, the decision was made to extend the existing ranch plan into the back yard, adding a new 2-car garage below the new space - for a new total of 2,520sf. With a previous addition of a 1-car garage and a small kitchen removed, a large addition was added for Master Bedroom Suite, a 4th bedroom, hall bath, and a completely remodeled living, dining and new Kitchen, open to large new Family Room. The new lower level includes the new Garage and Mudroom. The existing fireplace and chimney remain - with beautifully exposed brick. The homeowners love contemporary design, and finished the home with a gorgeous mix of color, pattern and materials. The project was completed in 2011. Unfortunately, 2 years later, they suffered a massive house fire. The house was then rebuilt again, using the same plans and finishes as the original build, adding only a secondary laundry closet on the main level.
Hinge House
Hinge House
LLB ArchitectsLLB Architects
Custom Built 5500 sq. ft. home with beautiful waterfall feature
Custom Built 5500 sq. ft. home with beautiful waterfall feature
House to Home BuildersHouse to Home Builders
Einfamilienhaus Raum Frankfurt
Einfamilienhaus Raum Frankfurt
Bildhauer | Hausbau & InnenarchitekturBildhauer | Hausbau & Innenarchitektur
Entwurf und Planung eines 
Einfamilienhauses im kubischen Stil 

 235 qm Wohnfläche und 137 qm Nutzfläche mit integrierter Doppelgarage 
und Wellnessbereich Erdwärmepumpe 

 Ausführung B3-Stilhaus
階段
階段
oro株式会社一級建築士事務所oro株式会社一級建築士事務所
Drucker-Brownstein Residence
Drucker-Brownstein Residence
House + House ArchitectsHouse + House Architects
1/2 gewendelte Treppe mit brüstungshohen Wangen
1/2 gewendelte Treppe mit brüstungshohen Wangen
Holzmanufaktur Ballert e.k.Holzmanufaktur Ballert e.k.
1/2 gewendelte Treppe mit brüstungshohen Wangen, wandseitig mit Bolzen befestigt, freiseitig eingestemmt, Wange weiß lackiert, Stufen in Eiche, geölt, alle Verbindungen unsichtbar gelöst. www.ballert-holzmanufaktur.de
Horn New Home (Tear Down and Re-Build)
Horn New Home (Tear Down and Re-Build)
College City Design BuildCollege City Design Build
Modern twisted oak spindles
Modern twisted oak spindles
Abbott-Wade LtdAbbott-Wade Ltd
A new staircase with contemporary twisted oak spindles and carpeted feature step. Call 01744 634442 to arrange a free, no obligation design consultation. Nationwide UK Service
Southern Maine Contemporary
Southern Maine Contemporary
Forty4 North RestorationForty4 North Restoration
j.patrick root

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.
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