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Medium Sized Staircase with Open Risers Ideas and Designs

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Staircase Atrium
Staircase Atrium
ODS ArchitectureODS Architecture
3-Story atrium is the highlight of the home showing off the vertical circulation and huge 15 x 15 foot operable rolling skylight.
Modern Craftsman Chalet Cable Railings and Stairs
Modern Craftsman Chalet Cable Railings and Stairs
Keuka Studios, IncKeuka Studios, Inc
Exterior double stringer floating staircase and deck in our Kauai style cable railing system. Custom made for the railings posts to connect to the stringers. Railings by Keuka Studios. www.keuka-studios.com
Magnolia Residence
Magnolia Residence
Menikoff DesignMenikoff Design
Foster Street, St. Kilda
Foster Street, St. Kilda
Jane Cameron ArchitectsJane Cameron Architects
Jack Lovell
Bringing Light to a Penthouse
Bringing Light to a Penthouse
Wiedemann Architects LLCWiedemann Architects LLC
To create a more open plan, our solution was to replace the current enclosed stair with an open, glass stair and to create a proper dining space where the third bedroom used to be. This allows the light from the large living room windows to cascade down the length of the apartment brightening the front entry. The Venetian plaster wall anchors the new stair case and LED lights illuminate each glass tread. Photography: Anice Hoachlander, Hopachlander Davis Photography
CONTEMPORARY - LOS ALTOS
CONTEMPORARY - LOS ALTOS
Bayon Design Studio Inc.Bayon Design Studio Inc.
Custom staircase with wood cap, stainless handrail, LED lighting at each tread.
Allendale Contemporary Luxury
Allendale Contemporary Luxury
Jenny Madden DesignJenny Madden Design
Rascainfiernos - Fernando Higueras
Rascainfiernos - Fernando Higueras
EstudioHUMOEstudioHUMO
Road's End Beach House - Stair Detail
Road's End Beach House - Stair Detail
Giulietti Schouten Weber ArchitectsGiulietti Schouten Weber Architects
These floating wood treads are supported in part by the stainless steel bars tied to the ceiling above. Photo: David Papazian
Holmwood Ave, Brighton
Holmwood Ave, Brighton
Kit Haselden Photography Pty LtdKit Haselden Photography Pty Ltd
Modern/ Contemporary Home
Modern/ Contemporary Home
Built Green Custom HomesBuilt Green Custom Homes
Emo Media
Farm Road 203 Whole House Renovation
Farm Road 203 Whole House Renovation
Nathan Taylor for Obelisk HomeNathan Taylor for Obelisk Home
Original Artwork by Karen Schneider Photos by Jeremy Mason McGraw
9008 New Residence
9008 New Residence
Bouril Design Studio, LLCBouril Design Studio, LLC
Severna Park Home
Severna Park Home
The Drawing Board, Inc.The Drawing Board, Inc.
Peter Miles
Bloomer Rustic
Bloomer Rustic
Lampert LumberLampert Lumber
Central Residence
Central Residence
Dylan Barber Building DesignDylan Barber Building Design
Contemporary Kitchen - Mercer Island
Contemporary Kitchen - Mercer Island
Community Builders, LLCCommunity Builders, LLC
New staircase with floating wood stair treads and cable railing system.
Preston Haven
Preston Haven
The Hill GroupThe Hill Group
FALAISe - un pied à la mer
FALAISe - un pied à la mer
maéma architectesmaéma architectes
Breakwater
Breakwater
McClellan | TelloneMcClellan | Tellone

Medium Sized Staircase with Open Risers 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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