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Contemporary U-shaped Staircase Ideas and Designs

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King's Castle, Oakville, Master and Ensuite
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Pemberton Modern
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Rochester Mid-Century
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Noe Valley Contemporary
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Photo by Christopher Stark
Horizontal Steel Railing Systems
Horizontal Steel Railing Systems
Titan Stairs, Utah!Titan Stairs, Utah!
Horizontal Railing system with Hardwood Tread Caps, Skirts and Cap Rail.
Herne Bay, Stairwell Screen
Herne Bay, Stairwell Screen
FoderaFodera
Fodera custom designed and manufactured the internal stairwell screen. Fodera took inspiration from the client’s love of mid century pattern. Ply with a paint finish.
Einfamilienhaus ZI12
Einfamilienhaus ZI12
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St Petersburgh Place, Bayswater, London, W2
St Petersburgh Place, Bayswater, London, W2
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escalier sculptural - SCULPTURAL STAIRCASE
escalier sculptural - SCULPTURAL STAIRCASE
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ひかり降る家
ひかり降る家
ハイランド ホーム デザインハイランド ホーム デザイン
Art Room and Staircase
Art Room and Staircase
Bakken Design BuildBakken Design Build
walnut cabinets, strand woven bamboo floors and stairs, painted steel railings with VG fir caps and rails, art table made from reclaimed fir joists and maple ply
Shishiodoshi house
Shishiodoshi house
Avignon-Clouet architectesAvignon-Clouet architectes
Marlowe, West University
Marlowe, West University
Mirador BuildersMirador Builders
Mirador Buiders
Grandview Laneway Residence - Staircase
Grandview Laneway Residence - Staircase
Novell Design Build & Novella OutdoorsNovell Design Build & Novella Outdoors
We flipped this home upside down and gave our clients an upstairs area for cooking, relaxing and entertaining. It provides a big open space (yes, even for a laneway) with spectacular views to the East and South. The upstairs lounge and kitchen area are great for gathering with family. In exchange, the private bedroom, bathroom and storage areas offer a restful area. We made sure to install radiant floor heating to keep this space cozy!
Tanya's
Tanya's
Annie Hall InteriorsAnnie Hall Interiors
Michael Lee
Christian Street Town Homes 1
Christian Street Town Homes 1
Abitare Design Studio, LLCAbitare Design Studio, LLC
Dyna - Seward Park II
Dyna - Seward Park II
Dyna BuildersDyna Builders
cable and rail, open stair treads, steel stringers
SOUTH COOGEE - House
SOUTH COOGEE - House
CAPITAL BUILDINGCAPITAL BUILDING
The staircase is in the centre of the house so it needed to have its own presence yet still feel part of the decor. The recycled timber stairs connected to the joinery in the rest of the open plan room Photography by Sue Murray - imagineit.net.au
The Aurea
The Aurea
Alan Mascord Design Associates IncAlan Mascord Design Associates Inc
Photos by Bob Greenspan

Contemporary U-shaped 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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