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Modern Staircase with Wood Risers Ideas and Designs

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Newel post
Newel post
Portland Stair CompanyPortland Stair Company
Red Oak newel post with shadow cap
71_Modern/Neutral Hickory Stairs with Horizontal Balustrade, Bethesda MD 208177
71_Modern/Neutral Hickory Stairs with Horizontal Balustrade, Bethesda MD 208177
Century Stair CompanyCentury Stair Company
Expansive straight lines define this modern staircase, which features natural/blond hues Hickory steps and stringers that match the linear and smooth hand rail. The stairway's horizontal black rails and symmetrically spaced vertical balusters, allow for plenty of natural light to travel throughout the open stairwell and into the adjacent open areas. CSC 1976-2020 © Century Stair Company ® All rights reserved.
Custom Beach Home
Custom Beach Home
Mur-Sol Builders IncMur-Sol Builders Inc
A Step Up!
A Step Up!
Tweak Your SpaceTweak Your Space
Custom Staircases & Railings
Custom Staircases & Railings
MJ Modern StairwaysMJ Modern Stairways
Upper West Side Triplex
Upper West Side Triplex
atmosphere kitchen and bathatmosphere kitchen and bath
Modern Extended Family - Vancouver
Modern Extended Family - Vancouver
JDL Homes VancouverJDL Homes Vancouver
Clearview® Cable Railing - Build Coastal
Clearview® Cable Railing - Build Coastal
AGS Stainless, Inc.AGS Stainless, Inc.
Modern Storage Stair
Modern Storage Stair
Gauge Design GroupGauge Design Group
Ridge Residence
Ridge Residence
Hsu McCulloughHsu McCullough
Stair at dawn: Floating black walnut stair treads cantilever from the seeded stucco wall. A living guardrail of hanging Monstera vines breaks the white oak ceiling plane from the steel guardrail above. A stone slab bench by the architects with a C. Jere "Sandpipers" metal wall sculpture hanging above it sits under the stair.
Dexter Modern Wood Cladding Staircase and Glass Railing
Dexter Modern Wood Cladding Staircase and Glass Railing
Leo Kaz Design Inc.Leo Kaz Design Inc.
Wood cladding staircase and glass panels with solid oak continuous handrail connecting all levels of the modern style custom home. The metal structure between the oak sandwich cladding carries all the weight of the stair system while the oak cladding and glass panels guard provide a feeling of light and comfort.
13/16" Tempered Laminated Glass Staircase
13/16" Tempered Laminated Glass Staircase
The Shower Door StoreThe Shower Door Store
Hide Out
Hide Out
Realco Creations.comRealco Creations.com
Floating Boxed Zig Zag Staircase
Floating Boxed Zig Zag Staircase
Architech Stairs & RailingsArchitech Stairs & Railings
This natural looking zig zag staircase features a suspended like feeling with the unobstructed view of glass wall panels. Light and organic tones provide a feeling of raw material use and minimalist appreciation.
Moderne Escalier
Moderne Escalier
Horizontal railing with wood handrail
Horizontal railing with wood handrail
Capozzoli StairworksCapozzoli Stairworks
Custom painted steel horizontal railing with oak handrail made by Capozzoli Stairworks. Project location: Princeton, NJ. Please contact us at 609-635-1265 or visit our website www.thecapo.us for more information.
Balcones Modern Residence - After
Balcones Modern Residence - After
Studio SteinbomerStudio Steinbomer
View of the 2nd floor stairway and library after construction of a modern renovation and 2nd story addition to the Balcones Modern Residence in Austin, TX. Photo Credit: Coles Hairston
Zeidler Residence
Zeidler Residence
Ehrlich Yanai Rhee Chaney ArchitectsEhrlich Yanai Rhee Chaney Architects
All the levels are tied together by a compact but dramatic stainless steel and walnut staircase which incorporates display shelves for the owners’ various collections. (Photo: Matthew Millman)
Kelton Avenue Residence
Kelton Avenue Residence
Ogawa Fisher ArchitectsOgawa Fisher Architects
The centrally located stairs act as a light well for the entire house.
Basement Development
Basement Development
Wilson HomesWilson Homes

Modern Staircase with Wood Risers 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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