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Modern Staircase
Modern Staircase
Reforma en piso en el centro de Badalona
Reforma en piso en el centro de Badalona
FotointerioresFotointeriores
David MUSER
SF Wine Pantry
SF Wine Pantry
LaDyne DesignLaDyne Design
Wine room with storage in San Francisco modern penthouse. Pullout pantry drawers behind tall flat panel doors. Quartersawn walnut veneer doors. Light maple interior and drawers.
Reforma MP
Reforma MP
Casastar ConstruccionesCasastar Construcciones
Cable Rail
Cable Rail
Forst Construction, Inc.Forst Construction, Inc.
Cable Rail
スケールのよい小さな家
スケールのよい小さな家
株式会社 加賀妻工務店株式会社 加賀妻工務店
加賀妻工務店
Ortensia
Ortensia
New Living ScaleNew Living Scale
La forma elicoidale della scala Ortensia la rende unica, caratterizzando l'ambiente in cui viene inserita. La struttura in ferro verniciata si accosta perfettamente con i gradini in legno di faggio naturale.
Lake Calhoun Organic Modern
Lake Calhoun Organic Modern
John Kraemer & SonsJohn Kraemer & Sons
Builder: John Kraemer & Sons | Photography: Landmark Photography
Holzhaus
Holzhaus
ku architektenku architekten
6th Street
6th Street
URBANDUOURBANDUO
Greg Scott Makinen
sha-la
sha-la
e do design 一級建築士事務所e do design 一級建築士事務所
Masao Nishikawa
Menlo Park
Menlo Park
Tali Hardonag ArchitectTali Hardonag Architect
Blue orange and white enliven the narrow stair. Large windows let in light - a colorful multi-paned window transfers that light into the small office that shares a wall. A playful light fixture by Tech Lighting lights up the space with "Bugs"
Metal Railing on Spiral Staircase
Metal Railing on Spiral Staircase
Great Lakes Metal FabricationGreat Lakes Metal Fabrication
You can read more about these Iron Spiral Stairs with LED Lighting or start at the Great Lakes Metal Fabrication Steel Stairs page.
Metal Railing on Deck and Spiral Staircase
Metal Railing on Deck and Spiral Staircase
Great Lakes Metal FabricationGreat Lakes Metal Fabrication
You can read more about these Iron Spiral Stairs with LED Lighting or start at the Great Lakes Metal Fabrication Steel Stairs page.
薪ストーブ＋アウトドアリビング
薪ストーブ＋アウトドアリビング
株式会社ハウゼ株式会社ハウゼ
Rénovation et extension MAPA
Rénovation et extension MAPA
CLAPP ArchitectesCLAPP Architectes
Escalier avec rangement intégré
Chelsea ADU - Stair
Chelsea ADU - Stair
Davey McEathron ArchitectureDavey McEathron Architecture
Leonid Furmansky
Existenz minimum | Casa #A223
Existenz minimum | Casa #A223
Studio DiDeA architetti associatiStudio DiDeA architetti associati
studio DiDeA
Mansion Christmas Decor
Mansion Christmas Decor
Foxy Interiors and Home StagingFoxy Interiors and Home Staging
The newel post is decorated in magnolia, sleigh bells and pine cones. Brenda Corder
Дом в Краснодаре
Дом в Краснодаре
Федор ЕфремовФедор Ефремов
фото: Федор Обмайкин

Small Staircase 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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