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Interior Wrought Iron Railing
Interior Wrought Iron Railing
Iron Age Manufacturing Ltd.Iron Age Manufacturing Ltd.
The sky's the limit when creating a custom Wrought Iron Railing. Iron is such a versitile material, we can create almost any design you can imagine! Our Wrought Iron Railings are custom designed and fabricated to fit the space in which it was intended. All metal components are welded together to create a structuraly solid railing you can enjoy for a lifetime!
Modern Transformation | Hinsdale, IL
Modern Transformation | Hinsdale, IL
Charles Vincent George Architects, Inc.Charles Vincent George Architects, Inc.
Residential Addition by Charles Vincent George Architects Interior Design by Aimee Wertepny Photographs by Tony Soluri
Capitol Hill Loft
Capitol Hill Loft
SHED Architecture & DesignSHED Architecture & Design
Under the stairs, the base board was raised and updated with steel plate to create a camouflage storage space for bikes, while the sleek cabinet above was added to display mementos and store other belongings that originally had no home. Photo Credit: Mark Woods
Beach Front Home
Beach Front Home
Aspire ConstructionsAspire Constructions
Andrew Krucko
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Photo
Gilles Clement DesignsGilles Clement Designs
Moderne Escalier
Moderne Escalier
Railings
Railings
Grizzly Iron, IncGrizzly Iron, Inc
This elegant hand forged stair railing is one of a kind. All of the pickets and the newel post were forged in our shop with custom dies. https://www.facebook.com/GrizzlyIron
Family Loft
Family Loft
ZeroEnergy DesignZeroEnergy Design
Modern family loft in Boston. New walnut stair treads lead up to the master suite. A wall separating the master bedroom from the double height living space was replaced with a folding glass door to open the bedroom to the living space while still allowing for both visual and acoustical privacy. Surfaces built into the new railing atop the stair create a functional work area with a fantastic view and clear shot to the play space below. The baby nursery below now includes transom windows to share light from the open space. Photos by Eric Roth. Construction by Ralph S. Osmond Company. Green architecture by ZeroEnergy Design. http://www.zeroenergy.com
Somerset Cottage
Somerset Cottage
Nicola O'Mara Interior Design LtdNicola O'Mara Interior Design Ltd
Cottage staircase
Southern CT Beach Home
Southern CT Beach Home
Allee Architecture + Design, LLCAllee Architecture + Design, LLC
Stichter
Stichter
Hayes Signature HomesHayes Signature Homes
Glass Railing
Glass Railing
Metal InnovationsMetal Innovations
Stainless Steel Glass Rail Sherman Oaks
Cape Escape
Cape Escape
The MZO GROUPThe MZO GROUP
creamy white with a dove white border elegant stair way
Indoor Outdoor House
Indoor Outdoor House
Scheinholtz AssociatesScheinholtz Associates
David Duncan Livingston
Custom Built Curving Two Tone Wood Staircase
Custom Built Curving Two Tone Wood Staircase
MILLER + MILLER Architectural PhotographyMILLER + MILLER Architectural Photography
A beautiful custom built, curving two tone wooden staircase with white painted risers, dark walnut stained treads and handrail, huge two story windows, dotted with wall sconces, an abstract art painting, dark slate tile flooring, white wainscoting and crown moulding millwork. Custom Home Builder and General Contractor for this Home: Leinster Construction, Inc., Chicago, IL www.leinsterconstruction.com Miller + Miller Architectural Photography
Toronto Row Home Renovation
Toronto Row Home Renovation
Whitehall HomesWhitehall Homes
WIMBLEDON FAMILY HOUSE
WIMBLEDON FAMILY HOUSE
STEPHEN FLETCHER ARCHITECTSSTEPHEN FLETCHER ARCHITECTS
Douglas fir treads and risers on the lower ground floor stair run into a section of matching panelling and flooring. This helps visually connect the more traditional and contemporary parts of the house. Photographer: Nick Smith
Houston Riverview Way
Houston Riverview Way
Tom Hurt ArchitectureTom Hurt Architecture
The stair stretches over a built-in desk creating a little office nook. Photo: Ryan Farnau
Houston Riverview Way
Houston Riverview Way
Tom Hurt ArchitectureTom Hurt Architecture
The stairs are as much a part of modern architecture as anything. They are thoughtfully designed to create a memorable experience, a contemporary version of something as old as time.
Cabin in Fitch Bay, Quebec
Cabin in Fitch Bay, Quebec
Jean LongpréJean Longpré
Jean Longpré

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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