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Contemporary Staircase with Travertine Risers Ideas and Designs

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Portola Valley Modern
Portola Valley Modern
Noel Cross+ArchitectsNoel Cross+Architects
Frank Paul Perez, Red Lily Studios
Upper East Side Townhouse
Upper East Side Townhouse
Michael K Chen ArchitectureMichael K Chen Architecture
Townhouse stair hall. Photo by Richard Barnes. Architecture and Interior Design by MKCA.
Maison FR - Rénovation d'une maison individuelle
Maison FR - Rénovation d'une maison individuelle
Atelier d'architecture PILON & GEORGESAtelier d'architecture PILON & GEORGES
Garde corps bois
Garde corps bois
ArtwoodArtwood
Garde corps contemporain en Hévéa, profil persienné
Transitional-Contemporary Home Design by I PLAN, LLC - Ocotillo, AZ
Transitional-Contemporary Home Design by I PLAN, LLC - Ocotillo, AZ
I PLAN, LLC - Architectural DesignI PLAN, LLC - Architectural Design
Luxe Magazine
ATTICO BILIVELLO | MQ.106 | ROMA | CASALE SELCE – 2014
ATTICO BILIVELLO | MQ.106 | ROMA | CASALE SELCE – 2014
Patrizio RomaPatrizio Roma
LA CASA RAFFINATA
LA CASA RAFFINATA
ADI ARREDAMENTO DECORAZIONE D'INTERNIADI ARREDAMENTO DECORAZIONE D'INTERNI
Casa R+
Casa R+
OOIIO ArquitecturaOOIIO Arquitectura
Eugenio H. Vegue & Francisco Sepúlveda
Sarsfeld Road SW12
Sarsfeld Road SW12
Build TeamBuild Team
This side return kitchen extension in SW12 introduces natural light into the space with the addition of full length bi-fold doors and a bespoke inflected skylight. The new open plan space connects the interior environment with the exterior creating a larger space to enjoy.
Au pied des Baous
Au pied des Baous
CasavogCasavog
Finitions de l'escalier.
Charlotte Townhouse Remodel
Charlotte Townhouse Remodel
Magnolia EmporiumMagnolia Emporium
The owner did not want carpet at all so we matched the downstairs flooring to the upper. We tore out an overhead box for luggage above the stairs and ripped out the former wall to make way with an open contemporary railing We salvaged all of the solid wood doors and just painted them
Villa privata con lucernario - mq 170
Villa privata con lucernario - mq 170
Fabricamus Architettura e IngegneriaFabricamus Architettura e Ingegneria
Crediti: progetto architettonico: Fabricamus interior design: studio LC Ditta esecutrice di malte, tinteggiature, finiture: Natalini Gabriele (Foligno, PG) Fotografie: Alessio Vissani
Flure in neuen Farben
Flure in neuen Farben
Farbe & Raum SchafferFarbe & Raum Schaffer
Palais Maeterinck - Nice
Palais Maeterinck - Nice
CasavogCasavog
Arrivée au 1er étage de ce duplex de 120m2 qui dessert 3 chambres, deux salle de bain, un dressing.
Garde corps bois
Garde corps bois
ArtwoodArtwood
Garde corps contemporain en Hévéa, profil persienné
Wood + Metal Railings
Wood + Metal Railings
Up Stairs RailsUp Stairs Rails
Installed a metal and wood railing featuring a wood rail with sleek metal balusters, delivering a contemporary look that combines elegance and simplicity.
Marney Road
Marney Road
ArgyllArgyll
MLK
MLK
Crouzet Sorbac & associésCrouzet Sorbac & associés
Clontarf House
Clontarf House
Aatos DesignAatos Design
Entry and stair. Modern abstract artwork greets our guests alongside the modern sculptural table in dark stained hardwood.
Reforma integral en Canet
Reforma integral en Canet
FS New DevelopmentsFS New Developments

Contemporary Staircase with Travertine 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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