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All Railing Materials Contemporary Staircase Design Ideas

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Black & White Striped Wool Carpet to Stairs
Black & White Striped Wool Carpet to Stairs
The Flooring Group LtdThe Flooring Group Ltd
Client: Private Residence in North West London Black & White Stripe, 100% wool carpets on Stairs as Runner, with Stair-rods.
Mid-sized contemporary carpeted u-shaped staircase in London with carpet risers and wood railing.
Temple Beth Shalom
Temple Beth Shalom
Susan Hayward InteriorsSusan Hayward Interiors
Samara Vise, Photographer and Abacus Architects
Mid-sized contemporary wood straight staircase in Boston with wood risers and metal railing.
House in Silver Lake
House in Silver Lake
Northport Flooring AmericaNorthport Flooring America
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary wood straight staircase in Cleveland with painted wood risers and mixed railing.
Broadbeach Waters Lux Town Houses
Broadbeach Waters Lux Town Houses
Groove Tiles & StoneGroove Tiles & Stone
Italian Cemento Grigio Cassero porcelain floor tile. Planter box tiled in Boston Lavagna matt black subway tile.
Mid-sized contemporary wood l-shaped staircase in Brisbane with open risers and glass railing.
New Home Construction, Calgary, AB
New Home Construction, Calgary, AB
Siena Signature Builders Inc.Siena Signature Builders Inc.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary wood l-shaped staircase in Calgary with painted wood risers and metal railing.
Belmont Heights -Long Beach, CA
Belmont Heights -Long Beach, CA
OCTOBER 5 Fine Home BuildersOCTOBER 5 Fine Home Builders
Custom Wrought Iron Railings with French Oak Stairs
Large contemporary wood straight staircase in Los Angeles with wood risers and metal railing.
Prairie
Prairie
Gallego Creative DesignGallego Creative Design
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary wood l-shaped staircase in Dallas with painted wood risers and cable railing.
Una casa luminosa
Una casa luminosa
Silvio Maglione architettiSilvio Maglione architetti
Foto Alberto Ferrero Vista della doppia altezza soggiorno dalla vetrata dello studio. Trè grandi lampadari skygarden della Flos illuminano la scala curva in metallo e legno
RESIDENCE ON CONN CREEK
RESIDENCE ON CONN CREEK
RGArchitectureRGArchitecture
This is the cleanest stairway I've ever designed. It is required to have risers by code so plastic panels were installed.
Inspiration for a contemporary wood staircase in San Francisco with wood risers and metal railing.
Gorlin Residence
Gorlin Residence
Saroki ArchitectureSaroki Architecture
The clean lines and crispness of the interior staircase is highlighted by its modern glass railing and beautiful wood steps. This element fits perfectly into the project as both circulation and focal point within the residence. Photography by Beth Singer
"Pratt Island" - Darien, CT
"Pratt Island" - Darien, CT
Pagliaro Bartels Sajda ArchitectsPagliaro Bartels Sajda Architects
Mid-sized contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in New York with wood risers and glass railing.
Bookcase, Stairs & Living Beyond
Bookcase, Stairs & Living Beyond
ODS ArchitectureODS Architecture
Located in Menlo Park, California, this 3,000 sf. remodel was carefully crafted to generate excitement and make maximum use of the owner’s strict budget and comply with the city’s stringent planning code. It was understood that not everything was to be redone from a prior owner’s quirky remodel which included odd inward angled walls, circular windows and cedar shingles. Remedial work to remove and prevent dry rot ate into the budget as well. Studied alterations to the exterior include a new trellis over the garage door, pushing the entry out to create a new soaring stair hall and stripping the exterior down to simplify its appearance. The new steel entry stair leads to a floating bookcase that pivots to the family room. For budget reasons, it was decided to keep the existing cedar shingles. Upstairs, a large oak multi-level staircase was replaced with the new simple run of stairs. The impact of angled bedroom walls and circular window in the bathroom were calmed with new clean white walls and tile. Photo Credit: John Sutton Photography.
Midvale Courtyard House
Midvale Courtyard House
Bruns ArchitectureBruns Architecture
Tricia Shay Photography
Design ideas for a contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Milwaukee with open risers and cable railing.
Raymond Residence
Raymond Residence
Raymond Design LPRaymond Design LP
Craig Blackmon, FAIA
This is an example of a contemporary wood straight staircase in Dallas with open risers and metal railing.
Nemo
Nemo
Storch Entertainment SystemsStorch Entertainment Systems
Design ideas for a contemporary wood staircase in Orlando with glass railing.
Country Crib
Country Crib
Actual Size ProjectsActual Size Projects
Design ideas for a contemporary wood staircase in New York with wood risers and cable railing.
Stairs
Stairs
Specialized Home Improvements LTDSpecialized Home Improvements LTD
Beautiful staircase designed and installed by New York Staircase in a home newly built by Specialized Home Improvements LTD. Stair is made from solid red oak and rails are made from stainless steel.
Modern staircase
Modern staircase
KuDa PhotographyKuDa Photography
Private residence. Photo by KuDa Photography
Photo of a contemporary staircase in Los Angeles with glass railing.
Simpson Street
Simpson Street
S&A StairsS&A Stairs
An iconic composition. Simpson Street enhances the versatility and beauty of Victorian Ash; curvaceous, warm, spell-binding.
Inspiration for a large contemporary wood spiral staircase in Melbourne with wood risers and wood railing.
Port Nelson Custom Home
Port Nelson Custom Home
Patterson Custom HomesPatterson Custom Homes
Photo: David Tosti
This is an example of a contemporary wood floating staircase in Orange County with open risers and mixed railing.

All Railing Materials Contemporary Staircase Design Ideas

A staircase isn’t just a structural element that links two floors – it can also help define your style, make a statement, and turn your entryway into a grand entrance. There are a growing range of materials and staircase designs to cater to your personal style and the size of your space. Here are some quick tips to consider while browsing images of contemporary staircase designs on Houzz.

What type of staircase works best for me?

The first consideration when planning a stair design is space. A double-sided staircase, for instance, will only work in a large area; whereas an L-shaped staircase or straight staircase are more compact options. The next step in the stair design is deciding on a style. Elliptical or curved stairs offer elegance, while spiral stairs can appear more urban. If you want a contemporary design, floating stairs are a great way to circulate light.

What balustrade and handrail options are available?

Balustrades and handrails are important for safety but also allow you to get creative with your stair design. Many staircases are built up against a wall – if that’s the case, the wall itself can act as a balustrade; it will just need an attached handrail. Glass balustrades are great if you want to show off your staircase as an architectural feature, whereas a timber balustrade tends to be a more timeless option. Metal balustrades are versatile in that they can be industrial, elegant or quirky. Consider functionality, too, especially if you have kids. An open railing, for instance could become a safety hazard.

What type of material should I use for stair treads?

Timber stair treads are strong and timeless, but aren’t suited to those with indoor pets as they’ll show up scuffs. Carpeted or stone stair treads are more traditional options, whereas stainless steel and glass can be quite contemporary. Concrete stair treads are increasingly popular for those looking to create a sculptural masterpiece out of their staircase – just imagine the effect of floating concrete stairs, daringly cantilevered. Also consider using a combination of materials to create visual interest.
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