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Expansive Glass Railing Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Stubbs Bay
Stubbs Bay
Jim Kuiken DesignJim Kuiken Design
80_Floating Switchback Glass + Mono-beam Staircase, McLean VA 22101
80_Floating Switchback Glass + Mono-beam Staircase, McLean VA 22101
Century Stair CompanyCentury Stair Company
Thick maple treads and no risers infuse this transitional home with a contemporary touch; the balustrade transparency lets the natural light and fabulous architectural finishes through. This staircase combines function and form beautifully and demonstrates Century Stairs’ artistic and technological achievements. CSC 1976-2020 © Century Stair Company. ® All rights reserved.
Grand Custom Home
Grand Custom Home
FLR DevelopmentsFLR Developments
Steel stair risers, wood steps and glass railing panels. Floor to ceiling custom natural stone work.
Stauraumtreppe
Stauraumtreppe
GöhlerTreppen GmbH&Co.KGGöhlerTreppen GmbH&Co.KG
scala design in ferro verniciato
scala design in ferro verniciato
CMZ DI ZECCHIN MANUELCMZ DI ZECCHIN MANUEL
design by Arch. Fighera Marco - Struttura inmetallo verniciato con parapetti inox satinato e vetro
Newport Coast Residence
Newport Coast Residence
Brass Bone StudioBrass Bone Studio
Villa Scheller-Lange - Leichte Eleganz
Villa Scheller-Lange - Leichte Eleganz
Philipp Architekten - Anna PhilippPhilipp Architekten - Anna Philipp
Canyon House
Canyon House
ANX / Aaron Neubert ArchitectsANX / Aaron Neubert Architects
Brian Thomas Jones
Parsons Green Family home
Parsons Green Family home
Into interior designInto interior design
Photo Chris Snook
Bayview Home
Bayview Home
Huw LambertHuw Lambert
Built by Pacific Plus Constructions. Photography by Huw Lambert.
New Construction - Lower Level Living
New Construction - Lower Level Living
Lisa Stewart DesignLisa Stewart Design
This Luxurious Lower Level is fun and comfortable with elegant finished and fun painted wall treatments!
Coastal Residence
Coastal Residence
Andra Martens Design StudioAndra Martens Design Studio
This is a photo before furniture has been installed. This showcases the architecture and all the intersecting components. Materials are engineered walnut flooring, Honduran Mahogany wood cabinetry and wall/ceiling panels and window/door trim, Montana Ledge stone, BM Linen White wall and ceiling paint, Louis Poulsen's Artichoke Chandelier.
Kaiwharawhara House
Kaiwharawhara House
Stylecraft StairwaysStylecraft Stairways
A light and airy three storey stairwell uses painted carpet quality stairs with a frameless glass balustrade to create a fresh, open feel. . Kat Grooby
44_Clean and Contemporary Open Staircase, McLean, VA 22101
44_Clean and Contemporary Open Staircase, McLean, VA 22101
Century Stair CompanyCentury Stair Company
This extraordinary staircase design is graced with soaring ceilings and leads to a one of a kind top floor; the stairwell ceiling features automatic roof air windows, which allow plenty of natural light to travel throughout the open spaces surrounding the floating wooden treads, the glass balustrade system, and the beautiful forged balusters selected by the architectural team. CSC © 1976-2020 Century Stair Company. All rights reserved.
Silicon Valley Contemporary, Cupertino, CA
Silicon Valley Contemporary, Cupertino, CA
Lydia Lyons DesignsLydia Lyons Designs
3 story, floating metal and glass staircase in the heart of the home.
Amesbury
Amesbury
DNC Stair Builders Inc.DNC Stair Builders Inc.
Ridge House
Ridge House
Lea Sisson Architect llcLea Sisson Architect llc
david marlow
44_Clean and Contemporary Open Staircase, McLean, VA 22101
44_Clean and Contemporary Open Staircase, McLean, VA 22101
Century Stair CompanyCentury Stair Company
This extraordinary staircase design is graced with soaring ceilings and leads to a one of a kind top floor; the stairwell ceiling features automatic roof air windows, which allow plenty of natural light to travel throughout the open spaces surrounding the floating wooden treads, the glass balustrade system, and the beautiful forged balusters selected by the architectural team. CSC © 1976-2020 Century Stair Company. All rights reserved.
Kaiwharawhara House
Kaiwharawhara House
Stylecraft StairwaysStylecraft Stairways
A light and airy three storey stairwell uses painted carpet quality stairs with a frameless glass balustrade to create a fresh, open feel. . Kat Grooby
Ellerby Street 1
Ellerby Street 1
Shape Architecture LtdShape Architecture Ltd

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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