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Modern Wood Staircase Ideas and Designs

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2 Flat Reborn
BBA ArchitectsBBA Architects
Our #bba2flatreborn home offers a warm welcome with this intimate entry leading to a dramatic custom timber stair. The contemporary home features open but defined living spaces and generous windows that bring abundant natural light deep into the home.
Gasser
Gasser
Heartland StairwaysHeartland Stairways
Tyler Rippel Photography
Modern meets traditional home in the suburbs
Modern meets traditional home in the suburbs
Olamar InteriorsOlamar Interiors
Tinius Photography
Elbow Park Residence
Elbow Park Residence
Rochelle Cote Interior DesignRochelle Cote Interior Design
slatwall staircase
Bellaire Blvd. Residence
Bellaire Blvd. Residence
Hollenbeck ArchitectsHollenbeck Architects
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75_Modern Stairway: White Oak & Stainless Steel Balustrade, McLean VA 22101
75_Modern Stairway: White Oak & Stainless Steel Balustrade, McLean VA 22101
Century Stair CompanyCentury Stair Company
Custom stainless steel horizontal hand rails, newels and balustrade systems are combined with nose-less white oak treads/risers creating a minimalist, and very modern eye-catching stairway. CSC 1976-2020 © Century Stair Company ® All rights reserved.
Town Mountain Modern
Town Mountain Modern
Allard + Roberts Interior Design, IncAllard + Roberts Interior Design, Inc
Kelton Avenue Residence
Kelton Avenue Residence
Ogawa Fisher ArchitectsOgawa Fisher Architects
The centrally located stairs act as a light well for the entire house.
Twin Peaks
Twin Peaks
Feldman Architecture, Inc.Feldman Architecture, Inc.
Copeland Road
Copeland Road
Thomas AlexanderThomas Alexander
Our bespoke staircase was designed meticulously with the joiner and steelwork fabricator. The wrapping Beech Treads and risers and expressed with a shadow gap above the simple plaster finish. The steel balustrade continues to the first floor and is under constant tension from the steel yachting wire. Darry Snow Photography
Crystal Springs Cottage
Crystal Springs Cottage
Tom Kuniholm Architects, AIATom Kuniholm Architects, AIA
Seaward
Seaward
Erica Bryen DesignErica Bryen Design
Monmouth Street
Monmouth Street
Design Build - CaliforniaDesign Build - California
ガレージハウス
ガレージハウス
アーキスペース一級建築士事務所アーキスペース一級建築士事務所
Mezzanine view
Mezzanine view
Despina DesignDespina Design
The wall mural serves as feature in both levels of the home, providing a much needed vista and light. Interior design - Despina Design Wall mural- Scandinavian Wallpaper Decor Photography- Pearlin Design and Photography
Our Work
Our Work
Arts Wired ElectronicsArts Wired Electronics
Aalto Collection - Marquis Iron Stair Balusters
Aalto Collection - Marquis Iron Stair Balusters
House of ForgingsHouse of Forgings
This simple contemporary style home from Addison's Wonderland features Aalto Collection balusters in the Satin Black finish from House of Forgings. Photographs from Addison's Wonderland: http://addisonswonderland.com/staircase-balusters-heaven/
American Walnut (Water Based Urethane Finish)
American Walnut (Water Based Urethane Finish)
Hayasa Flooring Design, IncHayasa Flooring Design, Inc
Bramston
Bramston
Elysium DesignedElysium Designed
This Award Winning 411m2 architecturally designed house is built on an elevated platform perfectly positioned to enjoy the city lights and northerly breezes from the rear deck. An upper level ceiling height of 3m combined with a cool colour palate and clever tiling provides a canvas of grandeur and space. Modern influences have dramatically changed the authentic home design of the conventional Queensland home however the designers have made great use of the natural light and kept the high ceilings providing a very light and airy home design incorporating large windows and doors. Unlike old Queenslander designs this modern house has incorporated a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor living. Staying true to the roots of original Queensland houses which feature wooden flooring, the internal flooring of this house is made from hardwood Hermitage Oak. It’s a strong and resilient wood that looks great and will stand the test of time. This home also features some added modern extras you probably won't see in traditional Queensland homes, such as floor to ceiling tiles, separate butlers’ pantries and stone benches. So, although aesthetically different from traditional designs, this modern Queensland home has kept all the advantages of the older design but with a unique and stylish new twist.
Montana Modern
Montana Modern
Cushing TerrellCushing Terrell

Modern Wood 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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