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Small U-shaped Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Herron Island Cabin Staircase
Herron Island Cabin Staircase
First LampFirst Lamp
Tim Bies
All maple stair
All maple stair
Stairworks of BostonStairworks of Boston
Modern Family Friendly Remodel
Modern Family Friendly Remodel
Lux Builders & Remodeling Inc.Lux Builders & Remodeling Inc.
なみなみの家
なみなみの家
YOSHINORI SAKANO ARCHITECTS Co,.Ltd.YOSHINORI SAKANO ARCHITECTS Co,.Ltd.
Photo by: Takumi Ota
Custom Stairs
Custom Stairs
Haylett HomesHaylett Homes
McCall Custom made stairs to emulate the glue laminated beams in the house. Square iron tubing newel posts with off sets at top and bottom midrails intersections and 1/4'' welded mesh panels. The reclaimed wood flooring continue down with the tread and risers
INTERNO EL | 220 MQ
INTERNO EL | 220 MQ
Dotti Alessandro ArchitettiDotti Alessandro Architetti
East Vancouver Passive House
East Vancouver Passive House
JDL Homes VancouverJDL Homes Vancouver
Making a Statement on the Stairs
Making a Statement on the Stairs
Franey's Design CenterFraney's Design Center
Beautiful stair runner using Masland Carpet Mills style Distinguished, color: Sea Gull. Finished with Zoroufy's Sovereign wrought iron stair rods.
DC: Color Drenched Makeover
DC: Color Drenched Makeover
Miriam Dillon, Barnes Vanze Architects, Inc.Miriam Dillon, Barnes Vanze Architects, Inc.
The vivid stair runner sets the tone for the color story throughout the house. Photo by Anice Hoachlander
THE RANCHER on IRON HORSE
THE RANCHER on IRON HORSE
Collaborative Design + ARCH406Collaborative Design + ARCH406
Phil Bell
Promises Kept
Promises Kept
Flagg Coastal HomesFlagg Coastal Homes
Heading Downstairs to the Beach Owen McGoldrick
Happy Place
Happy Place
Top Shelf DesignTop Shelf Design
Sunshine Passive House
Sunshine Passive House
Zola European WindowsZola European Windows
Staircase with Bookshelves
Staircase with Bookshelves
Handwerk InteriorsHandwerk Interiors
A staircase is a great place to add a simple and cleanly designed bookcase. The height of the space allows for plenty of storage in space that would otherwise go unused. The use of wood in this white space makes the bookcase the main focal point. Millwork by www.handwerk.ca Design: Serina Fraser, Ottawa
Historic Haymarket Condo remodel
Historic Haymarket Condo remodel
Coffey & Co. House of InteriorsCoffey & Co. House of Interiors
Lisza Coffey
Herron Island Cabin Staircase
Herron Island Cabin Staircase
First LampFirst Lamp
Tim Bies
Birch faced plywood staircase
Birch faced plywood staircase
Azman ArchitectsAzman Architects
Photography: Ben Blossom
West 24th Arbutus Build
West 24th Arbutus Build
Dakota HomesDakota Homes
Vincent Lee
Apartamento Plywood Trio
Apartamento Plywood Trio
Elena AlmagroElena Almagro
Elena Almagro
Farmhouse Pietramelina
Farmhouse Pietramelina
Marco Carlini ArchitettoMarco Carlini Architetto
Internal stairs with steel structure and wooden (oak, 2cm) steps

Small U-shaped 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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