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Straight Staircase with Open Risers Ideas and Designs

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Warm Modern Floating Staircase
Warm Modern Floating Staircase
Wolf Design StudioWolf Design Studio
Nick Springett Photography
Mills Road
Mills Road
Kitchens By Design AustraliaKitchens By Design Australia
Milbrook Homes
FIVE POINTS RESIDENCE
FIVE POINTS RESIDENCE
Dado Interior DesignDado Interior Design
Location: Denver, CO, USA THE CHALLENGE: Elevate a modern residence that struggled with temperature both aesthetically and physically – the home was cold to the touch, and cold to the eye. THE SOLUTION: Natural wood finishes were added through flooring and window and door details that give the architecture a warmer aesthetic. Bold wall coverings and murals were painted throughout the space, while classic modern furniture with warm textures added the finishing touches. Dado Interior Design DAVID LAUER PHOTOGRAPHY
Luxury Penthouse
Luxury Penthouse
UserUser
The staircase, especially, where flowing, organic lines of polished steel and palisander create a glorious fusion that I think is a new modern classic, and a hallmark of this project.
The Woodlands
The Woodlands
Houston Stair Company IncHouston Stair Company Inc
Open Stair with Glass Railings by Houston Stair Company Inc. Photo Credit by Angela Takes Photos
Raumspartreppe Frankfurt
Raumspartreppe Frankfurt
Treppen und Bauelemente Schmidt GmbHTreppen und Bauelemente Schmidt GmbH
Holzstufen Eiche Natur, geölt mit weißem Mittelholm und weißem Stahl-Bügelgeländer, 33 mm. Brüstungsgeländer Glas ESG 8 mm klar, Klemmhalter weiß.
Contemporary in the Country
Contemporary in the Country
M.A ArchitectureM.A Architecture
with Alchemy Architects
River Oaks
River Oaks
YSL BuildersYSL Builders
ªPaul Hester Photographer
Fieldstone House
Fieldstone House
Bruns ArchitectureBruns Architecture
Tricia Shay Photography
Residential building | Klaus von Bock | Germany
Residential building | Klaus von Bock | Germany
Leicht Küchen AGLeicht Küchen AG
Find out more on: http://www.leicht.com/en/references/inland/project-rechberghausen/ http://www.von-bock.de/
Eberhart
Eberhart
John Lum Architecture, Inc. AIAJohn Lum Architecture, Inc. AIA
The River House
The River House
Linebox StudioLinebox Studio
Lake District #3
Lake District #3
Jeff King & CompanyJeff King & Company
Matthew Millman Photography
North Rose Hill Scandi-inspired home
North Rose Hill Scandi-inspired home
ULLE StudioULLE Studio
Lakeview 1
Lakeview 1
Borges + Associates ArchitectsBorges + Associates Architects
COOGEE RESIDENCE
COOGEE RESIDENCE
Studio TrioStudio Trio
Horseshoe Lake House 2
Horseshoe Lake House 2
John Harrison Jones, AIA ArchitectJohn Harrison Jones, AIA Architect
Open Stair. Chad Melon
027甲府 I さんの家
027甲府 I さんの家
アトリエ137 | atelier137 Architectural Design Officeアトリエ137 | atelier137 Architectural Design Office
薪ストーブ： best of houzz 2017「階段部門」受賞 best of houzz 2016「階段部門」受賞
Contemporary Staircase
Contemporary Staircase
Triton Residence
Triton Residence
FoxLin ArchitectsFoxLin Architects
Main staircase with custom wood treads, entryway in background. Photo: Juintow Lin

Straight 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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