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Contemporary Staircase with Open Risers Ideas and Designs

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Double Wood Stringer
Double Wood Stringer
Feil Inc. Wood Flooring & StairsFeil Inc. Wood Flooring & Stairs
Duckhorn Pass (Parade of Homes)
Duckhorn Pass (Parade of Homes)
TimberTownTimberTown
This one of a kind staircase is made of stained glulam beams and powder-coated iron railing, a truly custom staircase for a custom home. Winner of best staircase in the 2015 Parade of Homes.
Anna Maria in Naples, FL
Anna Maria in Naples, FL
Marc-Michaels Interior DesignMarc-Michaels Interior Design
Giovanni Photography
House A
House A
Simón García AsensioSimón García Asensio
Simon Garcia | arqfoto.com
Plein Sud vers le Bois
Plein Sud vers le Bois
Hervé Lehoux architecteHervé Lehoux architecte
Michel Ogier
Litchfield County Residence
Litchfield County Residence
Allee Architecture + Design, LLCAllee Architecture + Design, LLC
Fieldstone House
Fieldstone House
Bruns ArchitectureBruns Architecture
Tricia Shay Photography
Spiral Stairs
Spiral Stairs
Stair Lab / Rintal USAStair Lab / Rintal USA
Contemporary Staircase
Contemporary Staircase
Second Floor Stair
Second Floor Stair
Charlie & Co. Design, LtdCharlie & Co. Design, Ltd
Bespoke Staircase - Barn Conversion Cornwall
Bespoke Staircase - Barn Conversion Cornwall
Complete Stair Systems LtdComplete Stair Systems Ltd
Landing balustrade with frameless glass balustrade and square oak handrail
Lavendale | Dallas, TX | Custom Home
Lavendale | Dallas, TX | Custom Home
Espedal Design ConstructEspedal Design Construct
Forthbridge Crescent Staging
Forthbridge Crescent Staging
ADM Design Inc.ADM Design Inc.
Rodman
Rodman
KUBE architectureKUBE architecture
Contemporary Entire Home Design
Contemporary Entire Home Design
Pratiksha's Arthouse & Decor, LLCPratiksha's Arthouse & Decor, LLC
Extension de maison
Extension de maison
Mary ReilleMary Reille
Shepherdstown, Contemporary, Modern Farmhouse in the forest
Shepherdstown, Contemporary, Modern Farmhouse in the forest
Fine Line Home Design LLCFine Line Home Design LLC
Khandallah House
Khandallah House
Stylecraft StairwaysStylecraft Stairways
A stunning Novak & Middleton designed home features this floating staircase in the entryway. A timber slat screen and LED lighting under the treads combine to make it a showstopper.
Down to the studs
Down to the studs
restyle design, llcrestyle design, llc
This ranch was a complete renovation! We took it down to the studs and redesigned the space for this young family. We opened up the main floor to create a large kitchen with two islands and seating for a crowd and a dining nook that looks out on the beautiful front yard. We created two seating areas, one for TV viewing and one for relaxing in front of the bar area. We added a new mudroom with lots of closed storage cabinets, a pantry with a sliding barn door and a powder room for guests. We raised the ceilings by a foot and added beams for definition of the spaces. We gave the whole home a unified feel using lots of white and grey throughout with pops of orange to keep it fun.
Entry Stair
Entry Stair
ODS ArchitectureODS Architecture
Open metal railing with wood floors and handrail leads up to the second floor space. High clerestory windows provide lots of natural light and most are operable for good cross ventilation. Paul Dyer Photography

Contemporary Staircase with Open Risers 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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