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Expansive Glass Railing Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Perchless Self Supported Mono Stringer with Integrated Landings
Perchless Self Supported Mono Stringer with Integrated Landings
Specialized Stair and RailSpecialized Stair and Rail
Portola Valley Modern
Portola Valley Modern
Noel Cross+ArchitectsNoel Cross+Architects
Frank Paul Perez, Red Lily Studios
Award winner - Skydance Drive
Award winner - Skydance Drive
Mountain + Beach Interiors - Schonewill Int'lMountain + Beach Interiors - Schonewill Int'l
This three story custom wood/steel/glass stairwell is the core of the home where many spaces intersect. Notably dining area, main bar, outdoor lounge, kitchen, entry at the main level. the loft, master bedroom and bedroom suites on the third level and it connects the theatre, bistro bar and recreational room on the lower level. Eric Lucero photography.
Contemporary Glass Staircases
Contemporary Glass Staircases
Jarrods StaircasesJarrods Staircases
Contemporary glass staircase for the Baker family
Mercer Island Modern
Mercer Island Modern
Garret Cord Werner Architects & Interior DesignersGarret Cord Werner Architects & Interior Designers
Photography by Benjamin Benschneider
Custom Design - Staircase - Elan
Custom Design - Staircase - Elan
Blue HeronBlue Heron
Parkland Residence, Beverly Hills
Parkland Residence, Beverly Hills
MGS ArchitectureMGS Architecture
Photography by Matthew Momberger
New Custom Stairs and Desk Area
New Custom Stairs and Desk Area
suba | Suanne Bassett, Architectsuba | Suanne Bassett, Architect
Contractor: Jason Skinner of Bay Area Custom Homes. Photography by Michele Lee Willson
101 Ericas Lane
101 Ericas Lane
Jason Thomas ArchitectJason Thomas Architect
Boulevard House
Boulevard House
Green Sheep CollectiveGreen Sheep Collective
Boulevard House is an expansive, light filled home for a young family to grow into. It’s located on a steep site in Ivanhoe, Melbourne. The home takes advantage of a beautiful northern aspect, along with stunning views to trees along the Yarra River, and to the city beyond. Two east-west pavilions, linked by a central circulation core, use passive solar design principles to allow all rooms in the house to take advantage of north sun and cross ventilation, while creating private garden areas and allowing for beautiful views.
Los Altos Hills, CA - Taaffe Rd. II
Los Altos Hills, CA - Taaffe Rd. II
M. Designs ArchitectsM. Designs Architects
Curved stainless steel staircase with glass sides, hugging the circular glass elevator. above the glass and stainless steel bridge is shown joining the two spaces with each other
Custom Modern Estate
Custom Modern Estate
Celtic Custom HomesCeltic Custom Homes
Ultra Modern Home
Ultra Modern Home
Amandine ToselloAmandine Tosello
Peter Giles
Stoney Brook Lane - Floating Staircase side 3
Stoney Brook Lane - Floating Staircase side 3
Lasley Brahaney Architecture + ConstructionLasley Brahaney Architecture + Construction
The floating circular staircase side view emphasizing the curved glass and mahongany railings. Combined with the marble stairs and treads... clean, simple and elegant. Tom Grimes Photography
Walker Road Great Falls, Virginia modern open plan home three story floating sta
Walker Road Great Falls, Virginia modern open plan home three story floating sta
Whipple Russell ArchitectsWhipple Russell Architects
Walker Road Great Falls, Virginia modern open plan home three story floating staircase. Photo by William MacCollum.
River Channel Residence
River Channel Residence
Dynia ArchitectsDynia Architects
This residence is located on the banks of the Snake River. Drawing inspiration from the adjacent braided river channels, the precise layout form unique relationships to the site from each room, as well as dynamic views and spatial experiences. The sequence of interior spaces gradually unfolds to reveal views of the pond, river and mountains beyond. The skewed geometry creates shifting views between interior spaces and levels. A three-story stair atrium brings light into the core of the house, gracefully connects floor levels, and creates a transition from the public to private zones of the house. The volume of the house cantilevers to cover an exterior dining area and spans to frame the entrance into the house and the river beyond. The exterior rain screen on the clean modern forms creates continuity with the surrounding cottonwood forest.
Split Level Home
Split Level Home
Covemade.Covemade.
Wide board engineered timber flooring in split level home. Brass insert nosing with shadow line detail.
Southlake New Build 2020
Southlake New Build 2020
Le Belle Maison Interiors Inc.Le Belle Maison Interiors Inc.

Grandview Drive Hollywood Hills modern home open plan interior & stairs
Grandview Drive Hollywood Hills modern home open plan interior & stairs
Whipple Russell ArchitectsWhipple Russell Architects
Grandview Drive Hollywood Hills modern home open plan interior & stairs
Custom Design - Staircase - Elan
Custom Design - Staircase - Elan
Blue HeronBlue Heron

Expansive Glass Railing Staircase Ideas and Designs

A beautiful 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 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 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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