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Staircase with Open Risers Ideas and Designs

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Sugar Bowl Residence - John Maniscalco Architecture
Sugar Bowl Residence - John Maniscalco Architecture
John Maniscalco ArchitectureJohn Maniscalco Architecture
Wood Staircase
Wood Staircase
Rockefeller Kempel ArchitectsRockefeller Kempel Architects
Photography: Eric Staudenmaier
Stairways
Stairways
udvari-solner design companyudvari-solner design company
Dale Hall
Modern Interior
Modern Interior
ALTER URBAN DESIGN COLLABORATIVEALTER URBAN DESIGN COLLABORATIVE
Famous Staircase Featured in the Winter 2016 Western Home Journal
Famous Staircase Featured in the Winter 2016 Western Home Journal
Rocky Mountain BuildersRocky Mountain Builders
https://www.westernhomejournal.com/flathead-valley-montana/building-with-permanence-4/
Richmond Warehouse Conversion
Richmond Warehouse Conversion
K+ARchitectsK+ARchitects
Ground level staircase
Nethermead Residence
Nethermead Residence
Carlton EdwardsCarlton Edwards
Won 2013 AIANC Design Award
階段
階段
oro株式会社一級建築士事務所oro株式会社一級建築士事務所
ハウス・タイシドウ House Taishido
ハウス・タイシドウ House Taishido
小山光 + KEY OPERATION INC. / ARCHITECTS小山光 + KEY OPERATION INC. / ARCHITECTS
Photo by Keizo Shibasaki and KEY OPERATION INC.
Suncadia Upside Down House
Suncadia Upside Down House
4D Architects4D Architects
Lakeside Hideaway
Lakeside Hideaway
Town + Country Cedar Homes, Inc.Town + Country Cedar Homes, Inc.
A contemporary setting for these handcrafted log stairs.
North Lake tahoe Residence
North Lake tahoe Residence
Kelly & Stone ArchitectsKelly & Stone Architects
Hord Livestock
Hord Livestock
Heartland StairwaysHeartland Stairways
Tyler Rippel Photography
Award Winning San Francisco Floating Stairs
Award Winning San Francisco Floating Stairs
Alward Construction, Inc.Alward Construction, Inc.
Glass extension of treads to adjacent walls provides safe passage up and down stairs.
Contemporary Staircase
Contemporary Staircase
Colorado Retreat
Colorado Retreat
HELMAN SECHRIST ArchitectureHELMAN SECHRIST Architecture
Hilliard Photographics
Roland's Joinery Ltd.
Roland's Joinery Ltd.
Roland's Joinery Ltd.Roland's Joinery Ltd.
Shutterbug Shots Janice Gilbert
Idaho Barn Home
Idaho Barn Home
Sand Creek Post & BeamSand Creek Post & Beam
Sand Creek Post & Beam Traditional Wood Barns and Barn Homes Learn more & request a free catalog: www.sandcreekpostandbeam.com
Custom Traditional Log System Home
Custom Traditional Log System Home
Appalachian Log and Timber HomesAppalachian Log and Timber Homes
Forged Iron Spiral Staircase
Forged Iron Spiral Staircase
Paragon StairsParagon Stairs

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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