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Expansive U-shaped Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Willow Glen
Willow Glen
Ridgeway Home Builders Inc.Ridgeway Home Builders Inc.
Stair
Stair
TZS DesignTZS Design
Three-story stair pendant light with display niche recessed in wall. Ample natural light is supplied by the two skylights above flanking the stepped pendant light canopy.
Royal Oak
Royal Oak
Ambiance Coatings & Finishes IncAmbiance Coatings & Finishes Inc
Interior custom renovation highlighting walnut wood finishing and painting.
London Penthouse
London Penthouse
Alexander Gorlin ArchitectsAlexander Gorlin Architects
This glamorous duplex penthouse atop a new tower in the Stratford neighborhood of east London takes advantage of all the views of the city on the horizon beyond. A modern spiral stair whisks you up to the main living level with its open plan living and dining area. Along the crystal-like serrated edge of the tower, the penthouse has three bedrooms, including a spectacular master bedroom in the apex of the triangle
Our Flooring Work
Our Flooring Work
Art Wood - Flooring IncArt Wood - Flooring Inc
PEARL TOWER PENTHOUSE
PEARL TOWER PENTHOUSE
FLAUNT InteriorsFLAUNT Interiors
Alex Cote
Mid-Century Modern Home Renovation - Interior
Mid-Century Modern Home Renovation - Interior
Sawdust TherapySawdust Therapy
Main Staircase As the new main focal point of the home, the stairs were designed with clean lines and a slightly industrial feel. The stingers, tread supports and railing posts are fabricated from powder coated tubular and flat steel. The handrails, treads and landing are solid 1 1/2" thick maple. The treads and landing are treaded with a non-slip polyurethane. There are over 400 stainless steel fittings and nearly 1000’ of stainless steel cable that make up the railings. Photos By Michael Schneider
Custom Wainscoting
Custom Wainscoting
AFCON ConstructionAFCON Construction
Urban Wayzata Home
Urban Wayzata Home
Jim Kuiken DesignJim Kuiken Design
Staircase
Staircase
Woodstone Builders, LLC.Woodstone Builders, LLC.
Photo by Elizabeth Brossa
Contemporary Exterior Stairs
Contemporary Exterior Stairs
John Perrin ConstructionJohn Perrin Construction
Staircase
Staircase
Gordon Gibson ConstructionGordon Gibson Construction
13/16" Tempered Laminated Glass Staircase
13/16" Tempered Laminated Glass Staircase
The Shower Door StoreThe Shower Door Store
Under stairs storage
Under stairs storage
Sofo KitchensSofo Kitchens
Under stairs storage with interior adjustable shelves and fake wall side panels
Urban Historic Renovation
Urban Historic Renovation
Alto DesignAlto Design
Jeffrey Jakucyk: Photographer
Staircase Window Seat
Staircase Window Seat
Fratantoni Interior DesignersFratantoni Interior Designers
Staircases and balustrades, the crown molding, window treatments, built in seating, and wood flooring.
Nagawicka Lake Home
Nagawicka Lake Home
Hickory Hill HomesHickory Hill Homes
Custom floating staircase.
English Elm
English Elm
Buchanan ConstructionBuchanan Construction
Nestled next to a mountain side and backing up to a creek, this home encompasses the mountain feel. With its neutral yet rich exterior colors and textures, the architecture is simply picturesque. A custom Knotty Alder entry door is preceded by an arched stone column entry porch. White Oak flooring is featured throughout and accentuates the home’s stained beam and ceiling accents. Custom cabinetry in the Kitchen and Great Room create a personal touch unique to only this residence. The Master Bathroom features a free-standing tub and all-tiled shower. Upstairs, the game room boasts a large custom reclaimed barn wood sliding door. The Juliette balcony gracefully over looks the handsome Great Room. Downstairs the screen porch is cozy with a fireplace and wood accents. Sitting perpendicular to the home, the detached three-car garage mirrors the feel of the main house by staying with the same paint colors, and features an all metal roof. The spacious area above the garage is perfect for a future living or storage area.
Basement Remodel in Washigton, DC - Entire House
Basement Remodel in Washigton, DC - Entire House
BasementRemodeling.comBasementRemodeling.com
A sleek look for this staircase. Black balusters connect thick wire railing for an open, modern design.
Edgewood House Remodel
Edgewood House Remodel
Menendez Architects PCMenendez Architects PC
Windows flood the top level of the stairway with natural light and new glass railings encourage the light to filter to the lower levels. Photographer: Fran Parente.

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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