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Hinesburg Efficiency Home
Hinesburg Efficiency Home
Ryan Bent PhotographyRyan Bent Photography
Interior built by Sweeney Design Build. Custom built-ins staircase that leads to a lofted office area.
Grey Matters
Grey Matters
June DeLugas InteriorsJune DeLugas Interiors
Custom Home and studios
Custom Home and studios
Platt BuildersPlatt Builders
colorful art, glass on stairs, open stairway, recessed lighting
LG Squared, Inc
LG Squared, Inc
Barbara Brown PhotographyBarbara Brown Photography
Barbara Brown Photography
傾斜地の家
傾斜地の家
grow design 一級建築士事務所grow design 一級建築士事務所
写真　平野和司
Johns Staircase
Johns Staircase
3Sixteen Metal Fabrication3Sixteen Metal Fabrication
Modern Hawaiian Oasis
Modern Hawaiian Oasis
Barclay Butera InteriorsBarclay Butera Interiors
Vincennes - Maison Particulière - 150m2
Vincennes - Maison Particulière - 150m2
Charlotte VauvillierCharlotte Vauvillier
Meero
Preserve at the Woods Edge
Preserve at the Woods Edge
Beechwood Building & DesignBeechwood Building & Design
Who doesn't love shiplap trim - down you go to the beautifully finished walk-out for a game of pool during the game. Photography by Dawn Doll
Elk Lake
Elk Lake
Environment ArchitectsEnvironment Architects
Modern Staircase
Modern Staircase
Bundy: Brentwood Modern Farmhouse
Bundy: Brentwood Modern Farmhouse
Boswell ConstructionBoswell Construction
Fenway Condominium - Ladder
Fenway Condominium - Ladder
Haycon Inc.Haycon Inc.
This condominium in Boston’s famous Fenway neighborhood required a full renovation of the kitchen and bathroom. Working with the designer to maximize space was focus of this project. Exchanging the spiral staircase for a custom ladder to the roof was just one of the space saving features in this design. Custom millwork and high end finishes help make this modest space seem spacious and airy.
Du caractère
Du caractère
Atelier d'Ar(t)chitecture Aurélie NICOLASAtelier d'Ar(t)chitecture Aurélie NICOLAS
Pascal Simonin
Staircase
Staircase
Amy Kartheiser DesignAmy Kartheiser Design
Wainscot
Wainscot
UserUser
Wainscot trim
Bamboo Tiny House - Tansu Stairs
Bamboo Tiny House - Tansu Stairs
Tiny DigsTiny Digs
A simple shed roof design allows for an open-feeling living area, featuring Tansu stairs that lead to the sleeping loft. This statement piece of cabinetry become stairway is adorned with Asian brass hardware and grass cloth.
Villa i Nacka
Villa i Nacka
Delin ArkitektkontorDelin Arkitektkontor
Patric Johansson
RENOVATION COMPLETE D'UNE DEMEURE DE CARACTERE DU XIXEME SIECLE
RENOVATION COMPLETE D'UNE DEMEURE DE CARACTERE DU XIXEME SIECLE
Atelier SOFI(A) - Sophie Lallias Architecte DPLGAtelier SOFI(A) - Sophie Lallias Architecte DPLG
Benoit Alazard Photographe
Indigo Tiny Home
Indigo Tiny Home
Driftwood Homes USADriftwood Homes USA
Tom Jenkins

Straight 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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