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Contemporary Staircase Design Ideas with Glass Railing

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Wildwood - Stair
Wildwood - Stair
Giulietti Schouten Weber ArchitectsGiulietti Schouten Weber Architects
Design ideas for a large contemporary wood floating staircase in Portland with open risers and glass railing.
Escalera a tramos rectos.
Escalera a tramos rectos.
ESCALERAS ENESCAESCALERAS ENESCA
ENESCA
Inspiration for a large contemporary marble u-shaped staircase in Barcelona with marble risers and glass railing.
Contemporary Staircase
Contemporary Staircase
Inspiration for an expansive contemporary straight staircase in Los Angeles with glass railing.
Photographie intérieure et extérieure
Photographie intérieure et extérieure
Photographe immobilier et Airbnb Saint-TropezPhotographe immobilier et Airbnb Saint-Tropez
Inspiration for an expansive contemporary tile u-shaped staircase in Marseille with tile risers and glass railing.
Il dettaglio funzionale | 140 MQ
Il dettaglio funzionale | 140 MQ
Deposito CreativoDeposito Creativo
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary concrete l-shaped staircase in Bologna with concrete risers and glass railing.
White Oak Farm
White Oak Farm
Hutker ArchitectsHutker Architects
Photo of a contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Boston with wood risers and glass railing.
Casa en C.O.
Casa en C.O.
Eva Jurado Estudio de InterioresEva Jurado Estudio de Interiores
Caballero Fotografía de Arquitectura
This is an example of a contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Madrid with wood risers and glass railing.
Blue Coat Lane
Blue Coat Lane
Vita Design GroupVita Design Group
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary wood l-shaped staircase in New York with wood risers and glass railing.
Courtyard House
Courtyard House
Lloyd ArchitectsLloyd Architects
photo: Mark Weinberg
Expansive contemporary wood l-shaped staircase in Salt Lake City with open risers and glass railing.
Modern Ocean to Intracoastal
Modern Ocean to Intracoastal
ibi designsibi designs
© Edward Butera | ibi designs inc. | Boca Raton Florida
Inspiration for a contemporary wood curved staircase in Other with glass railing.
K2 Ranch
K2 Ranch
Studio 133Studio 133
David O. Marlow
Design ideas for an expansive contemporary wood floating staircase in Denver with wood risers and glass railing.
Custom White Oak Hardwood Floors
Custom White Oak Hardwood Floors
Gaetano Hardwood Floors, Inc.Gaetano Hardwood Floors, Inc.
David Tosti Photography
Photo of a large contemporary wood l-shaped staircase in Orange County with glass risers and glass railing.
Bringing Light to a Penthouse
Bringing Light to a Penthouse
Wiedemann Architects LLCWiedemann Architects LLC
To create a more open plan, our solution was to replace the current enclosed stair with an open, glass stair and to create a proper dining space where the third bedroom used to be. This allows the light from the large living room windows to cascade down the length of the apartment brightening the front entry. The Venetian plaster wall anchors the new stair case and LED lights illuminate each glass tread. Photography: Anice Hoachlander, Hopachlander Davis Photography
MA Residence
MA Residence
Marc Lemoine Architecture, LLCMarc Lemoine Architecture, LLC
Ken Gutmaker Architectural Photography
Design ideas for a large contemporary wood floating staircase in Las Vegas with wood risers and glass railing.
Otonabee, North York
Otonabee, North York
Upside DevelopmentUpside Development
Toronto’s Upside Development completed this contemporary new construction in Otonabee, North York.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Toronto with open risers and glass 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
Custom River House
Custom River House
Selle Valley Construction, Inc.Selle Valley Construction, Inc.
This shot beautifully captures all of the different materials used in the staircase from the entry way to the upper floors and guest quarters. The steps are made of kiln dried fir beams from the Oregon Coast, each beam was a free of heart center cut. The railing was built in place to make it look as though it was all on continuous piece. The steps to the third floor office in the top left of the picture are floating and held in place with metal support in the grinder finish. The flooring in the entry way is 2'x3' tiles of Pennsylvania Bluestone. In the bottom left hand corner is a reclaimed sliding barn door that leads to the laundry room, made in a patchwork pattern by local artist, Rob Payne. Photography by Marie-Dominique Verdier
La Jolla Contemporary
La Jolla Contemporary
Streamline DevelopmentStreamline Development
Mid-sized contemporary tile u-shaped staircase in San Diego with tile risers and glass railing.
Twin Peaks
Twin Peaks
UserUser
Aaron Leitz
Design ideas for a contemporary wood straight staircase in San Francisco with wood risers and glass railing.
Nemo
Nemo
Storch Entertainment SystemsStorch Entertainment Systems
Design ideas for a contemporary wood staircase in Orlando with glass railing.

Contemporary Staircase Design Ideas with Glass Railing

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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