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Expansive U-shaped Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Modern Living in Downtown Birmingham
Modern Living in Downtown Birmingham
Stalburg DesignStalburg Design
A staircase is so much more than circulation. It provides a space to create dramatic interior architecture, a place for design to carve into, where a staircase can either embrace or stand as its own design piece. In this custom stair and railing design, completed in January 2020, we wanted a grand statement for the two-story foyer. With walls wrapped in a modern wainscoting, the staircase is a sleek combination of black metal balusters and honey stained millwork. Open stair treads of white oak were custom stained to match the engineered wide plank floors. Each riser painted white, to offset and highlight the ascent to a U-shaped loft and hallway above. The black interior doors and white painted walls enhance the subtle color of the wood, and the oversized black metal chandelier lends a classic and modern feel. The staircase is created with several “zones”: from the second story, a panoramic view is offered from the second story loft and surrounding hallway. The full height of the home is revealed and the detail of our black metal pendant can be admired in close view. At the main level, our staircase lands facing the dining room entrance, and is flanked by wall sconces set within the wainscoting. It is a formal landing spot with views to the front entrance as well as the backyard patio and pool. And in the lower level, the open stair system creates continuity and elegance as the staircase ends at the custom home bar and wine storage. The view back up from the bottom reveals a comprehensive open system to delight its family, both young and old!
Staircase Runner
Staircase Runner
Fratantoni Luxury Estates Design/Build/RemodelingFratantoni Luxury Estates Design/Build/Remodeling
This stair landing features a custom stair runner, stair railing, and wood floors, which we can't get enough of!
Portfolio
Portfolio
Walking on WoodWalking on Wood
Texas Hunting Lodge
Texas Hunting Lodge
Mabry Custom HomesMabry Custom Homes
Airpark Retreat
Airpark Retreat
PC Industries Welding & Fabrication, PCI MetalPC Industries Welding & Fabrication, PCI Metal
Temple Ave - Winter Park
Temple Ave - Winter Park
FG Schaub Custom HomesFG Schaub Custom Homes
Tiffany Findley
Foothills of south Denver- Skydance Drive
Foothills of south Denver- Skydance Drive
Mountain + Beach Interiors - Schonewill Int'lMountain + Beach Interiors - Schonewill Int'l
Designed by Debra Schonewill - knowing the stair is a key focal point and viewed from all areas of the home we designed a spectacular stair and custom John Pomp three level light fixture residing through the center of it. We left the steel structure as exposed as possible from below the landings too. Full height glass encloses the main bar and dining rooms to create acoustical privacy while still leaving it open. Woodley Architects designed the steel support details. Peak Custom Carpentry fabricated the solid walnut treads and modern handrail. Abraxis provided the glazing of railing and throughout the interior of the home.
Wood Products
Wood Products
Flooring LaneFlooring Lane
Flooring Lane not only offers floors, our online store also offers Millworks such as Baseboards, Moldings, Valuflex, Carvings, Urethane, Columns, Doors, Mantels, Accessories, Closet Material, Bodyguard Trim Board and Siding. With all the products Flooring Lane has to offer, you can easily find everything you need to finish the project you started. We have many options to choose from and a huge variety of styles. Let us help you give your home a comfortable new look.
30731 Paseo Elegancia San Juan Capistrano CA by the Canaday Group
30731 Paseo Elegancia San Juan Capistrano CA by the Canaday Group
Canaday GroupCanaday Group
30731 Paseo Elegancia San Juan Capistrano CA by the Canaday Group. For a private tour call Lee Ann Canaday 949-249-2424
Modern Art Deco Style Stair Balustrade
Modern Art Deco Style Stair Balustrade
Fine Iron – Architectural IronworkersFine Iron – Architectural Ironworkers
Fine Iron were commissioned in 2017 by Arlen Properties to craft this impressive stair balustrade which is fixed to a a cut string staircase with natural stone treads and risers. The design is a modern take on an Art Deco style making for a grand statement with an 'old Hollywood glamour' feel. The balustrading was cleaned, shotblasted and etch primed prior to being finished in a black paint - contrasting with the clean white walls, stone treads and light marble flooring whilst the brass frogs back handrail was finished with a hand applied antique patina.
Anna Maria in Naples, FL
Anna Maria in Naples, FL
Marc-Michaels Interior DesignMarc-Michaels Interior Design
Giovanni Photography
Mill Made Staircase with Cut Stringer from Lower Level to 2nd Floor
Mill Made Staircase with Cut Stringer from Lower Level to 2nd Floor
Orren Pickell Building GroupOrren Pickell Building Group
Open end swell step with 7" custom starting newel post. 1-1/4" painted balusters. Poplar handrail stained dark brown. Southern yellow pine treads with custom carpet runner. Photo by Mike Kaskel
Flying Pig
Flying Pig
Pete Helme PhotographyPete Helme Photography
Pete Helme Photography
Juniper
Juniper
S & W Building Remodeling, Inc.S & W Building Remodeling, Inc.
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
Meydenbauer Bay Residence
Meydenbauer Bay Residence
Urban RestorationUrban Restoration
Haris Kenjar
Fire Island A-Frame
Fire Island A-Frame
Bromley Caldari Architects PCBromley Caldari Architects PC
Stately Elegance for the Modern Family
Stately Elegance for the Modern Family
HQ ArchitectsHQ Architects
Architectural Glass railing for stair case, second floor walkway
Architectural Glass railing for stair case, second floor walkway
GlassCrafters IncGlassCrafters Inc
Residential glass railing for interior stair case and second floor walkway.
Mississauga Custom Home
Mississauga Custom Home
HARRISON FAE DESIGNHARRISON FAE DESIGN

Expansive U-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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