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Staircase with Open Risers Ideas and Designs

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Proyecto interiorismo vivienda unifamiliar. Playa S. Sebastian (Sitges) Bcn
Proyecto interiorismo vivienda unifamiliar. Playa S. Sebastian (Sitges) Bcn
Luis Sanandres InteriorismoLuis Sanandres Interiorismo
Escalera / Staircase
Los Angeles
Los Angeles
SkylightSkylight
Medina Waterfront Residence, Medina WA
Medina Waterfront Residence, Medina WA
Dan Nelson, Designs Northwest ArchitectsDan Nelson, Designs Northwest Architects
Stair hall with windows looking out to entry. Photography by Lucas Henning.
Contemporary Staircase
Contemporary Staircase
Modern Farmhouse in Altadore
Modern Farmhouse in Altadore
Trickle Creek Designer HomesTrickle Creek Designer Homes
Love how this glass wall makes the stairway open and airy!
Tank Hill Residence
Tank Hill Residence
John Maniscalco ArchitectureJohn Maniscalco Architecture
Joe Fletcher
Lake House Dream
Lake House Dream
Renovation and Construction ServicesRenovation and Construction Services
Floating staircase picture taken during final clean of home. Front focal stairway that provides access from a large open expansive downstairs living to the upstairs bedrooms, deck and game room. HSS Structural steel support hidden in walls with solid white oak treads and stainless steel handrails and cable. LED lights were installed in the nosing of the stairs. Bona-Waterborne Traffic Naturale finish used on stairs for natural color, matte finish level and seamless touch-up on repairs.
Traditional Timnath Spiral Staircase
Traditional Timnath Spiral Staircase
A&E Custom Metal Fabrication and WeldingA&E Custom Metal Fabrication and Welding
This exterior spiral staircase was fabricated in 1 piece. It has a double top rail, decorative pickets, 4" outer diameter center pole fastened to a concrete caisson. The finish is a copper vein exterior powder coat to be able to withstand the unpredictable Colorado weather.
LOFT 95a
LOFT 95a
KaterinaKaterina
Contemporary Staircase
Contemporary Staircase
Mt. Baker Addition and Remodel
Mt. Baker Addition and Remodel
Lee Edwards - residential designLee Edwards - residential design
Situated on the west slope of Mt. Baker Ridge, this remodel takes a contemporary view on traditional elements to maximize space, lightness and spectacular views of downtown Seattle and Puget Sound. We were approached by Vertical Construction Group to help a client bring their 1906 craftsman into the 21st century. The original home had many redeeming qualities that were unfortunately compromised by an early 2000’s renovation. This left the new homeowners with awkward and unusable spaces. After studying numerous space plans and roofline modifications, we were able to create quality interior and exterior spaces that reflected our client’s needs and design sensibilities. The resulting master suite, living space, roof deck(s) and re-invented kitchen are great examples of a successful collaboration between homeowner and design and build teams.
Riverdale Dormer House
Riverdale Dormer House
post architecture incpost architecture inc
interior design by Tanya Yeung at Analogue Design Studio ; millwork by John Ozimec at Laneway Studio ; landscaping by Living Space Landscape ; art consulting by Mazarfox ; construction by C4 Construction ; photography by Arnaud Marthouret at Revelateur Studio
RICARDO MEDIA INC.
RICARDO MEDIA INC.
UserUser
Casa Vota
Casa Vota
51 architecture51 architecture
Jim Stephenson
Unique and Modern Staircase
Unique and Modern Staircase
Bradfabs LtdBradfabs Ltd
Bradfabs has worked a lot over the last 5 years in London and this is a typical example of the kind of product we have been making. Working within the usual constraints of city areas such as serious access restriction, parking, limited space for installation, close neighbours - Bradfabs successfully designed and installed a high quality product. The customer opted for a grey colour to match her window frames and to comply with planning she had to have privacy screen to one side. The staircase matched the balcony and led down to a typical central London garden area. The personal extra touch Bradfabs added was a bespoke made child safety gate to match the balcony to prevent her children falling down, many purchased ones would ruin the overall look of the balcony so we manufactured one to match. Please contact us to discuss any future projects you might have.
Lake Erie House
Lake Erie House
Heartland StairwaysHeartland Stairways
Tyler Rippel Photography
Une salle de bains zen et design
Une salle de bains zen et design
Chantal LOMBARD Attachée de presseChantal LOMBARD Attachée de presse
DR
Sosnowski Residence
Sosnowski Residence
Chen + Suchart StudioChen + Suchart Studio
A floating stair composed of a steel plate structure and exposed "on end" plywood treads offer a counterpoint to the concrete floors and CMU walls. Bill Timmerman - Timmerman Photography
Cliff Stairs
Cliff Stairs
The Dock DoctorsThe Dock Doctors
Modern Downtown Indianapolis Residence
Modern Downtown Indianapolis Residence
Innovative Homes and Remodeling, LLCInnovative Homes and Remodeling, LLC

Staircase with Open Risers 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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