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Floating and L-shaped Staircase Ideas and Designs

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The Dulwich House - Staircase
The Dulwich House - Staircase
Fraher & Findlay Architects LtdFraher & Findlay Architects Ltd
The oak staircase was cut and made by our joinery team in our workshop - the handrail is a solid piece of oak winding its way down to the basement. The oak staircase wraps its way around the living spaces in the form of oak panelling to create a ribbon of material to links the spaces together.
Camlet Way
Camlet Way
ND StudiosND Studios
Bob-O-Link | 2018
Bob-O-Link | 2018
Coats HomesCoats Homes
Williamstown
Williamstown
John Lively & AssociatesJohn Lively & Associates
Port Nelson Custom Home
Port Nelson Custom Home
Patterson Custom HomesPatterson Custom Homes
Photo: David Tosti
Flooring
Flooring
Paradigm Interiors LLCParadigm Interiors LLC
Fox Hollow Residence
Fox Hollow Residence
Archer & Buchanan Architecture, Ltd.Archer & Buchanan Architecture, Ltd.
Angle Eye Photography
Liberty Lake Residence
Liberty Lake Residence
Uptic StudiosUptic Studios
Designed and built as a remodel on Liberty Lake, WA waterfront with a neighboring house encroaching upon the south property line, a roadway on the east and park access along the north façade, the structure nestles on a underground river. As both avid environmentalists and world travelers this house was conceived to be both a tribute to pragmatics of an efficient home and an eclectic empty nesters paradise. The dwelling combines the functions of a library, music room, space for children, future grandchildren and year round out door access. The 180 degree pergola and sunscreens extend from the eaves providing passive solar control and utilizing the original house’s footprint. The retaining walls helped to minimize the overall project’s environmental impact.
Rio Escondita
Rio Escondita
Atomic SteelworksAtomic Steelworks
Floating staircase with wood treads and cable railing
Bentonville Attic Conversion
Bentonville Attic Conversion
Amco Restoration Inc.Amco Restoration Inc.
Reforma de Duplex 12th Street
Reforma de Duplex 12th Street
Jeanne Schultz Design StudioJeanne Schultz Design Studio
Now and Zen - Staircase
Now and Zen - Staircase
Drewett WorksDrewett Works
A wood, glass and steel staircase leading to a bonus room highlight a passageway bearing leather-textured limestone walls and honed limestone floors. Project Details // Now and Zen Renovation, Paradise Valley, Arizona Architecture: Drewett Works Builder: Brimley Development Interior Designer: Ownby Design Photographer: Dino Tonn Limestone (Demitasse) flooring and walls: Solstice Stone Windows (Arcadia): Elevation Window & Door Faux plants: Botanical Elegance https://www.drewettworks.com/now-and-zen/
Loft Conversion for Detached House in Henleaze
Loft Conversion for Detached House in Henleaze
DHV ArchitectsDHV Architects
The staircase is located in one of the dormers at the front and the bathroom in the other. A large Crittall style glazing window combined with mono chromatic colours create a sleek contemporary feel.
San Marcos River Residences
San Marcos River Residences
ZB Home Company LLCZB Home Company LLC
Wayzata Lifestyle Property
Wayzata Lifestyle Property
MATRIARCH DESIGNMATRIARCH DESIGN
Lasso Project
Lasso Project
Residents UnderstoodResidents Understood
Los Altos Nordic Modern
Los Altos Nordic Modern
Urbanism DesignsUrbanism Designs
Modern Two-Story
Modern Two-Story
BUILDBUILD
OXFORD
OXFORD
Interior ParticulierInterior Particulier
Curved Floating Stairs
Curved Floating Stairs
Keuka Studios, IncKeuka Studios, Inc
Curved floating stairs at the main entrance of the home., with a balcony cable railing system. Stair and Railings made by Keuka Studios. www.Keuka-studios.com Photography by Samantha Watson Photography

Floating and 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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