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Floating and U-shaped Staircase Ideas and Designs

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West End, Glasgow Full house refurbishment
West End, Glasgow Full house refurbishment
Karen Parry ArchitectKaren Parry Architect
Stairway
Cleeves House
Cleeves House
Alexander James InteriorsAlexander James Interiors
Cleeves House Staircase
Transitional Metal & Wood Staircase
Transitional Metal & Wood Staircase
Coast Salish WoodcraftersCoast Salish Woodcrafters
Big Bev
Big Bev
Carl Mattison DesignCarl Mattison Design
Take a home that has seen many lives and give it yet another one! This entry foyer got opened up to the kitchen and now gives the home a flow it had never seen.
White Oak Farm
White Oak Farm
Hutker ArchitectsHutker Architects
Carona Del Mar
Carona Del Mar
Anne Michaelsen DesignAnne Michaelsen Design
Blackhawk
Blackhawk
Larson Shores ArchitectsLarson Shores Architects
In the Blackhawk neighborhood of Danville, a home’s interior changes dramatically with a modern renovation that opens up the spaces, adds natural light, and highlights the outside world. Removing walls, adding more windows including skylights, and using a white and dark brown base-palette evokes a light, airy, but grounded experience to take in the beautiful landscapes of Danville.
Port Nelson Custom Home
Port Nelson Custom Home
Patterson Custom HomesPatterson Custom Homes
Photo: David Tosti
Portfolio
Portfolio
Walking on WoodWalking on Wood
Float House IV
Float House IV
Integrate Architecture & PlanningIntegrate Architecture & Planning
Jeff Amram Photography
Treasure Island
Treasure Island
Martin Architects PCMartin Architects PC
Jeff Heatley
Kachina Drive Wine Cellar
Kachina Drive Wine Cellar
Hochuli Design & Remodeling TeamHochuli Design & Remodeling Team
An used closet under the stairs is transformed into a beautiful and functional chilled wine cellar with a new wrought iron railing for the stairs to tie it all together. Travertine slabs replace carpet on the stairs. LED lights are installed in the wine cellar for additional ambient lighting that gives the room a soft glow in the evening. Photos by: Ryan Wilson
Elegant foyer stair wraps a paneled, two-story entry hall
Elegant foyer stair wraps a paneled, two-story entry hall
Purple Cherry ArchitectsPurple Cherry Architects
Elegant foyer stair wraps a paneled, two-story entry hall. David Burroughs
Cohen House
Cohen House
Metcalfe Architecture & DesignMetcalfe Architecture & Design
Photo by Sam Oberter
Urbane shingle style Residence
Urbane shingle style Residence
Polsky Perlstein ArchitectsPolsky Perlstein Architects
Mark Schwartz 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.
Rad Waterside Pad
Rad Waterside Pad
Julie Glavin DesignJulie Glavin Design
Sandblasted beams, glass & timber rail, sisal carpet, and recycled fisherman's baskets create a textured glow.
Rio Escondita
Rio Escondita
Atomic SteelworksAtomic Steelworks
Floating staircase with wood treads and cable railing
Essence of Japan, Ealing, London
Essence of Japan, Ealing, London
Yoko Kloeden DesignYoko Kloeden Design
Powder Coated Stair Railing - Riddle Construction & Design
Powder Coated Stair Railing - Riddle Construction & Design
AGS Stainless, Inc.AGS Stainless, Inc.
A stainless cable railing with a black powder coat finish complements an upscale aesthetic in a beautiful property. The black stair rail paired with a wood handrail exudes elegance and sets the project apart. Consummate professionals Riddle Construction and Design installed the stunning modern railing system in a residential home in Redmond, WA.

Floating and 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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