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Expansive L-shaped Staircase Ideas and Designs

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101 Concord Road, Weston, MA 02493
101 Concord Road, Weston, MA 02493
Amy Mizner, Benoit Mizner Simon & Co.Amy Mizner, Benoit Mizner Simon & Co.
http://101concordrd.com NEW CONSTRUCTION, SHINGLE STYLE WITH COUNTRY CHIC $2,495,000 This newly constructed, timeless 5-bedroom home exudes master craftsmanship, ample windows and fine details. It is luxurious in scale with a superb layout designed for grand entertaining, and is sited in a peaceful, country setting.
Traditional Style Beachfront Custom Home. Seaside Park, NJ
Traditional Style Beachfront Custom Home. Seaside Park, NJ
Monetti Custom HomesMonetti Custom Homes
Custom 10,000 square foot beach house built immediately following Superstorm Sandy. Outdoor Living area. Cedar shakes, Intex railings, Marvin Windows.
Newport #9
Newport #9
Hull Cove DesignHull Cove Design
MARYloft 102
MARYloft 102
Artelier ProgettiArtelier Progetti
Tommaso Buzzi
Stairs
Stairs
FORMA ConstructionFORMA Construction
MATERIALS/FLOOR: Reclaimed hardwood floor/ WALLS: Different types of hardwood used for walls, which adds more detail to the hallway/ LIGHTS: Can lights on the ceiling provide lots of light/ TRIM: Window casing on all the windows/ ROOM FEATURES: Big windows throughout the room create beautiful views on the surrounding forest./ STAIRS: made from hardwood to match walls and floor/ STAIR RAILS: Made from glass and metal railing/ UNIQUE FEATURES: High ceilings provide more larger feel to the room/
11 - Transitional Omar Stairs
11 - Transitional Omar Stairs
Aspire Fine HomesAspire Fine Homes
PETER MOLICK FOR THE WALL STREET JOURNAL
Arched Stair Ways
Arched Stair Ways
UserUser
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.
Commercial Stairs
Commercial Stairs
Southern StaircaseSouthern Staircase
Modern railing system on commercial stairs
Piedmont Tudor
Piedmont Tudor
Laura Hunt DesignLaura Hunt Design
Markay
Markay
Tree of Life Stairs, LLCTree of Life Stairs, LLC
In The Trees
In The Trees
Fourteen EstatesFourteen Estates
Marc Polidoro Photography
Best Outdoor Living Award
Best Outdoor Living Award
Landmark HomesLandmark Homes
Back porch stairs lead to patio - View of rear exterior.
Modern Stair
Modern Stair
Lake Shore Stair CompanyLake Shore Stair Company
Presidio Heights Remodel
Presidio Heights Remodel
Ann Lowengart InteriorsAnn Lowengart Interiors
Smooth wood flooring pairs nicely with the raised texture of jute carpeting on the staircase. The carpet also helps to highlight the architecture of the stairway, showing off the unique banister and vertical height gained in this space.
Custom Handrail for Metal Spindle Staircase
Custom Handrail for Metal Spindle Staircase
A&E Construction and Design CenterA&E Construction and Design Center
A&E Construction
Sandy Springs Renovation
Sandy Springs Renovation
BLU Interiors: Chelsea DunbarBLU Interiors: Chelsea Dunbar
Staircase in the addition to the farmhouse
Staircase in the addition to the farmhouse
Brett King BuilderBrett King Builder
This is a view of the staircase as well as the entrance to the living room. -Randal Bye
Main Street Historic Sag Harbor Village
Main Street Historic Sag Harbor Village
Jason Thomas ArchitectJason Thomas Architect
A Private Residence in Hamilton, Ohio
A Private Residence in Hamilton, Ohio
Sally Noble Architect, LLCSally Noble Architect, LLC
Photo by Maggie Mueller.

Expansive L-shaped 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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