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Wood L-shaped Staircase Ideas and Designs

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MODERN FARMHOUSE
MODERN FARMHOUSE
MOSS MANOR | Sarah James MossMOSS MANOR | Sarah James Moss
The entryway leads into the home with soft muted colors on the walls and original wainscot. The unfinished substrate of the staircase had been built originally with incorrect measurements. The stairs had to be completely deconstructed and rebuilt from the ground up. New stair risers and treads coordinate with decorative metal spindles and banisters. The dining room was converted to a home office and updated with fresh paint colors, lighting and the elimination of unutilized French doors. Photo Credit- Sharperphoto
Industrial Home
Industrial Home
Patrick Widing Custom HomesPatrick Widing Custom Homes
Art House
Art House
Janine Dowling Design Inc.Janine Dowling Design Inc.
Janine Dowling Design, Inc. www.janinedowling.com Michael J. Lee Photography
Old School House Loft
Old School House Loft
MKDS ArchitectsMKDS Architects
Bjorg Magnea
Northcote Additions - Light and Bright
Northcote Additions - Light and Bright
Rebecca Naughtin ArchitectRebecca Naughtin Architect
Ben Hosking Photography
Staircase Cabinets
Staircase Cabinets
Greenleaf Design Build RemodelGreenleaf Design Build Remodel
Efficient use of space, we turned an under stair closet into a beautiful display area and additional storage.
Home on the Waves, Cohasset
Home on the Waves, Cohasset
Katie Rosenfeld DesignKatie Rosenfeld Design
This ocean-front shingled Gambrel style house is home to a young family with little kids who lead an active, outdoor lifestyle. My goal was to create a bespoke, colorful and eclectic interior that looked sophisticated and fresh, but that was tough enough to withstand salt, sand and wet kids galore. The palette of coral and blue is an obvious choice, but we tried to translate it into a less expected, slightly updated way, hence the front door! Liberal use of indoor-outdoor fabrics created a seamless appearance while preserving the utility needed for this full time seaside residence. photo: Michael J Lee Photography
Ave A
Ave A
Kate Lester InteriorsKate Lester Interiors
Amy Bartlam Photography
Williamstown
Williamstown
John Lively & AssociatesJohn Lively & Associates
Bungalow West
Bungalow West
NRC HOMESNRC HOMES
Hello, there! Architectural design by Board & Vellum. Photo by John G. Wilbanks.
Sunnyside Project
Sunnyside Project
LD&ALD&A
New Traditional Family Residence
New Traditional Family Residence
Molly Quinn DesignMolly Quinn Design
The classic proportions of this traditional Foyer are accented with a custom wool stair carpet bound in leather, hand scraped walnut floors and a multi tiered iron chandelier.
Blitzer Residence
Blitzer Residence
Stone Construction of the SouthStone Construction of the South
Tunbridge Residence
Tunbridge Residence
Ivory & McHugh Architects, llc.Ivory & McHugh Architects, llc.
Interior Designer: Amy Miller Photographer: Barry Halkin
lakeside guest house
lakeside guest house
Interior Changes home design & consultingInterior Changes home design & consulting
lakeside guest house, designed by Beth Welsh of Interior Changes, built by Lowell Management
Craftsman Staircase & Millwork
Craftsman Staircase & Millwork
Angela Todd Studios | Portland, ORAngela Todd Studios | Portland, OR
A custom staircase with a seating and coat area at the bottom. The stairs boast high-quality craftsmanship that seamlessly fit with the rest of the home. For more about Angela Todd Studios, click here: https://www.angelatoddstudios.com/
Traditional Staircase
Traditional Staircase
a house in a garden
a house in a garden
Brennan + Company ArchitectsBrennan + Company Architects
James Hill Architect
James Hill Architect
James Hill Architect, AIAJames Hill Architect, AIA
A skylit stairwell provides light and a connection to the sky. Open risers and the light colors of a birch rail bounce the light deep into the main level.
Eastman House
Eastman House
Yankee Barn HomesYankee Barn Homes
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Wood L-shaped 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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