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Modern Straight Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Periscope House - Transformational Addition
Periscope House - Transformational Addition
Nicholas Design CollaborativeNicholas Design Collaborative
stair with acacia wood treads and risers, rift sawn oak panels beyond Photo: Van Inwegen Digital Arts
Lexington Estates Res.
Lexington Estates Res.
Cagley ConstructionCagley Construction
Eberhart
Eberhart
John Lum Architecture, Inc. AIAJohn Lum Architecture, Inc. AIA
Modern Railing Lake Oswego
Modern Railing Lake Oswego
Portland Stair CompanyPortland Stair Company
Shadow newel cap in White Oak with metal balusters.
Shadowbox
Shadowbox
Sebastian Eilert ArchitectureSebastian Eilert Architecture
The central split stair separates the foyer and dining area from the living and kitchen space. The stair splits access into the primary/master suite to the right and 3 bedroom and laundry room to the left. The dramatic glass railing allows for a light and open feeling in the entire.
Modern Stair remodel and wainscot
Modern Stair remodel and wainscot
Adventures In Wood, Ltd.Adventures In Wood, Ltd.
After photo of our modern white oak stair remodel and painted wall wainscot paneling.
Quarter Sawn White Oak Stair Treads
Quarter Sawn White Oak Stair Treads
Hardwood Lumber CompanyHardwood Lumber Company
"Great product. High quality at a very good price." Claire
Vivienda Malladoura_escalera
Vivienda Malladoura_escalera
Estudio MaasEstudio Maas
La iluminación de la escalera se resuelve de manera indirecta mediante un pasamanos con iluminación integrada.
Lopez Ave
Lopez Ave
Lewis BuildersLewis Builders
Lakeview 1
Lakeview 1
Borges + Associates ArchitectsBorges + Associates Architects
New Home Saskatoon
New Home Saskatoon
UserUser
Home built by Lexis Homes. All flooring supplied and installed by Braid Flooring & Window Fashions
Black & White Collection
Black & White Collection
Tribute DesignsTribute Designs
Cheryl Terramagra
Stair (front view)
Stair (front view)
alterARCalterARC
Custom stair with storage below & desk space at side
Markham Residence
Markham Residence
Idevoks DesignIdevoks Design
Crafting Elegance: New Construction Stained Staircase
Crafting Elegance: New Construction Stained Staircase
Henrys Painting & ContractingHenrys Painting & Contracting
At Henry's Painting & Contracting, we are thrilled to present our latest project—a masterpiece of craftsmanship that combines the beauty of a new construction stained staircase with innovative design. Our mission? To transform the heart of your home into a work of art.
Examples of work
Examples of work
Devlin Lichfield Carpets, Flooring & BedsDevlin Lichfield Carpets, Flooring & Beds
Entrance hallway with Amtico Spacia Featured Oak in Herringbone pattern. Stairs carpeted in Malabar Swansdown 100% wool loop.
Ex-council flat refurbishment, Walthamstow
Ex-council flat refurbishment, Walthamstow
UserUser
38m2 Duplex Blomet Paris 15e
38m2 Duplex Blomet Paris 15e
Agence Crea3Agence Crea3
Modern Stairway with a Glass Railing
Modern Stairway with a Glass Railing
ULFBUILTULFBUILT
A modern straight run stairway with a seamless glass railing and dark to light wood risers and treads. It's a sophisticated staircase for this modern house! Built by ULFBUILT. Putting together the details to build dream homes is our specialty. This is done through attention to detail, execution, and a focus on our client’s wants and needs. Contact us today to learn more.
Engineered White Oak Flooring
Engineered White Oak Flooring
Ambience FloorsAmbience Floors

Modern Straight 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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