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Modern Floating Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Seatoun House
Seatoun House
Stylecraft StairwaysStylecraft Stairways
This stunning stairwell was designed by Vorstermans Architects Ltd! The open side of the stair is suspended from the ceiling and supported by the vertical timber slats. The timber used was Tasmanian Oak which has been clear finished to enhance its natural beauty.
White oak floating stair
White oak floating stair
Specialized Stair and RailSpecialized Stair and Rail
Ryan Patrick Kelly Photographs
西宮の家
西宮の家
ALTS DESIGN OFFICE (アルツ デザイン オフィス)ALTS DESIGN OFFICE (アルツ デザイン オフィス)
The Brooks St. House
The Brooks St. House
Adaptive Building SolutionsAdaptive Building Solutions
MichaelChristiePhotography
Hallmark Residence
Hallmark Residence
Jordan Iverson Signature HomesJordan Iverson Signature Homes
Darius Kuzmickas
San Francisco Modern Remodel
San Francisco Modern Remodel
Josmari BuildersJosmari Builders
Steel and quartersawn white oak floating stair system
Prosford Street
Prosford Street
StairworksStairworks
This was a design and build of a floating staircase for a luxury Ponsonby property that the owner was renovating to sell. On this project, Stairworks worked closely alongside the owner who was also the builder, so he was very involved and his eye for detail was very high when it came to the design of these floating stairs. He wanted a steel, mono-stringer staircase with L-shaped timber treads and a glass balustrade, which we agreed was a beautiful design we were happy to create. With the input from both him and our in-house design team, these stairs ended up as a high-end product. Although the access was a challenge for a few guys with a digger, we managed to get a stringer into the house and finish with a slick install.
k house
k house
Adi Wainberg (arbejazz) studioAdi Wainberg (arbejazz) studio
photo: aviad bar ness
Custom Modern Estate
Custom Modern Estate
Celtic Custom HomesCeltic Custom Homes
Residential
Residential
Rob Barrow PhotographyRob Barrow Photography
Modern Staircase
Modern Staircase
Riverview private house interior st.st. and marble floating staircase 3D drawing
Riverview private house interior st.st. and marble floating staircase 3D drawing
Leo Kaz Design Inc.Leo Kaz Design Inc.
Riverview private house interior stainless steel floating staircase 3D drawing Design and 3D drawings by Leo Kaz Design Inc. (former Design Group Leo)
Avenue G
Avenue G
Sett StudioSett Studio
Atelier Wong
Villa LORD
Villa LORD
Marcello MarianaMarcello Mariana
96_Dramatic cantilevered no-riser staircase, Bethesda, MD 20814
96_Dramatic cantilevered no-riser staircase, Bethesda, MD 20814
Century Stair CompanyCentury Stair Company
This monumental-floating staircase is set in a square space that rises through the home’s full height (three levels) where 4” oak treads are gracefully supported by black-painted solid stringers; these cantilevered stringers and the absence of risers allows for the natural light to inundate all surrounding interior spaces, making this staircase a wonderful architectural focal point. CSC 1976-2022 © Century Stair Company ® All rights reserved.
2018 Fall Parade Home - Rapp Farms - North Oaks
2018 Fall Parade Home - Rapp Farms - North Oaks
Kootenia Homes and RemodelingKootenia Homes and Remodeling
Treads
Treads
JOHN ELLWAY. ARCHITECTJOHN ELLWAY. ARCHITECT
Toby Scott
2 Story Penthouse
2 Story Penthouse
BiglarKinyan Design Planning Inc.BiglarKinyan Design Planning Inc.
TipTop Haus
TipTop Haus
SOLSTICE Planning and ArchitectureSOLSTICE Planning and Architecture
The centerpiece of the home is a distinctive stairway which orchestrates the daily journey from space to space.
RICARDO MEDIA INC.
RICARDO MEDIA INC.
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Modern Floating Staircase Ideas and Designs

A beautiful modern 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 modern 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 modern 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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