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Straight and Curved Staircase Ideas and Designs

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Carpeted Wood and Wrought-Iron Staircase
Carpeted Wood and Wrought-Iron Staircase
GOGO Design GroupGOGO Design Group
Jill Buckner Photography At the top of our clients’ wish-list was a new staircase. To meet their needs, we selected contemporary wrought iron balusters and stained the new staircase handrails the same as the refinished wood floors. Installing a durable, synthetic carpet to withstand heavy use by their beloved dogs was a must. The result is another dramatic focal point in the home. And, replacing a never played piano with a new console table and benches to pull up at larger parties, defines the path to the upstair levels.
Key West Beach Residence
Key West Beach Residence
Hull Forest Products - Wide Plank FloorsHull Forest Products - Wide Plank Floors
White walls are complemented by the warm blonde color of custom white oak quarter and rift sawn wood floors in this Key West home. Flooring and custom staircase were made to order by Hull Forest Products, www.hullforest.com. 1-800-928-9602. Photo by Florence Nebbout.
Дом в Парголово
Дом в Парголово
Дизайн студия “Нечаев и Сенчугов”Дизайн студия “Нечаев и Сенчугов”
Александра Смирнова
Lakeside Tuscan
Lakeside Tuscan
Cook DesignsCook Designs
Stuckdarack
Stuckdarack
Inside Story PhotographyInside Story Photography
Tracey Bloxham, Inside Story Photography
Victorian Remodel
Victorian Remodel
Spang Builders, Inc.Spang Builders, Inc.
The Peninsula at Rough Hollow
The Peninsula at Rough Hollow
Kelle Contine Interior Design, LLCKelle Contine Interior Design, LLC
The Le Reve Floor Plan
The Le Reve Floor Plan
Starr HomesStarr Homes
Chilmark Bluff
Chilmark Bluff
South Mountain CompanySouth Mountain Company
Temple Beth Shalom
Temple Beth Shalom
Susan Hayward InteriorsSusan Hayward Interiors
Samara Vise, Photographer and Abacus Architects
Traditional Staircase
Traditional Staircase
Light and Bright Renovation in LA
Light and Bright Renovation in LA
Kimberly Demmy DesignKimberly Demmy Design
Suzanna Scott Photography
Pumphill
Pumphill
Cedro Fine Woodwork IncCedro Fine Woodwork Inc
Stair Runners
Stair Runners
Floors Floors Floors NJFloors Floors Floors NJ
projet PA//
projet PA//
Design d'Space - Géraldine LangeDesign d'Space - Géraldine Lange
Félix 13
Mullholland Remodel and Outdoor Living
Mullholland Remodel and Outdoor Living
Brent Cornman Construction Inc.Brent Cornman Construction Inc.
Stair Runners
Stair Runners
Hemphill's Rugs & CarpetsHemphill's Rugs & Carpets
A great example of using wall to wall carpet and fabricating into a stair runner.
Port Washington Residence
Port Washington Residence
Soglia ArchitectureSoglia Architecture
Indoor Railing and Window Ironwork
Indoor Railing and Window Ironwork
A & R Iron WorksA & R Iron Works
Delaware County's Highly Specialized Wrought Iron Design Experts Amanda Adams 21 Nealy Blvd., Suite 2101 Trainer, PA 19061
Eugenie
Eugenie
Chicago Master Maker & BuilderChicago Master Maker & Builder

Straight and Curved 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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