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Luxury Black Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Guard railing
Guard railing
Portland Stair CompanyPortland Stair Company
Guard railing with wood cap railing and metal posts and balusters
River Road Home
River Road Home
Colonial Homecrafters, Ltd.Colonial Homecrafters, Ltd.
Railing
Dartmouth Lodge House
Dartmouth Lodge House
UserUser
Stunning panelled staircase and stained-glass windows in a fully renovated Lodge House in the Strawberry Hill Gothic Style. c1883 Warfleet Creek, Dartmouth, South Devon. Colin Cadle Photography, Photo Styling by Jan
Glass Hand Railing
Glass Hand Railing
New Concepts Glass DesignNew Concepts Glass Design
Three story custom curved glass railing. The glass follows the curve of the staircase and then flattens out at each landing. Made with optically clear 1/2" thick Starphire Tempered Glass.
ATTICO - DUEPIÙUNO
ATTICO - DUEPIÙUNO
Tommaso Giunchi ArchitettiTommaso Giunchi Architetti
scala di collegamento tra i due piani, scala su disegno in legno, rovere verniciato scuro. Al suo interno contiene cassettoni, armadio vestiti e un ripostiglio. Luci led sottili di viabizzuno e aerazione per l'aria condizionata canalizzata.
Stair Runners
Stair Runners
G. Fried Carpet & DesignG. Fried Carpet & Design
Matthew Bader
328 Wolseley
328 Wolseley
mckimm residential designmckimm residential design
Photo: Derek Swalwell
Entry Stair
Entry Stair
McCotter Architecture and Design, PLLCMcCotter Architecture and Design, PLLC
The Arbors at Echo Falls. Lot 3
The Arbors at Echo Falls. Lot 3
Meydenbauer GroupMeydenbauer Group
Nixon
Nixon
Wellspring IronWellspring Iron
Blackdog Builders
Custom New Home Design, Grand Staircase
Custom New Home Design, Grand Staircase
CBI Design Professionals, Inc.CBI Design Professionals, Inc.
Beth Singer Photography
36_Exquisite Custom Flowing-Staircase in Phenomenal Home, Haymarket VA 20169
36_Exquisite Custom Flowing-Staircase in Phenomenal Home, Haymarket VA 20169
Century Stair CompanyCentury Stair Company
Thoughtful planning went into every detail for this magnificent wooden staircase; all oak treads, risers and stringers were cut to the exact construction specifications provided by builder/owners. It is the main focal point in their magnificent two-story foyer, surrounded by their beautifully decorated rooms and custom built-ins; a beautifully painted dome ceiling complements beautifully the timeless black iron-forged balusters and dark-stained oak treads. CSC 1976-2020 © Century Stair Company ® All rights reserved.
Rostill House
Rostill House
bg architecturebg architecture
Shannon McGrath
Modern & Contemporary Display Cabinet Hartford Project Design By Darash
Modern & Contemporary Display Cabinet Hartford Project Design By Darash
By Darash - Kitchen Cabinets, Vanities & ClosetsBy Darash - Kitchen Cabinets, Vanities & Closets
A closer look of the beautiful interior. Intricate lines and only the best materials used for the staircase handrails stairs steps, display cabinet lighting and lovely warm tones of wood.
East Side Collector's Townhouse
East Side Collector's Townhouse
David Scott Parker Architects LlcDavid Scott Parker Architects Llc
Durston Saylor
Estate8
Estate8
John David RulonJohn David Rulon
View of middle level of tower with views out large round windows and spiral stair to top level. The tower off the front entrance contains a wine room at its base,. A square stair wrapping around the wine room leads up to a middle level with large circular windows. A spiral stair leads up to the top level with an inner glass enclosure and exterior covered deck with two balconies for wine tasting.
Mazama House
Mazama House
FINNE ArchitectsFINNE Architects
Benjamin Benschneider
Maison 350m²
Maison 350m²
blackStonesblackStones
oscarono
A view from the attic to the first floor
A view from the attic to the first floor
Brett King BuilderBrett King Builder
This is a view from the attic down to the first floor. -Randal Bye
Bentley Heritage Distillery - Staircase
Bentley Heritage Distillery - Staircase
Social StudioSocial Studio
Internal exposed staircase

Luxury Black 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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