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Mid-sized contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Canberra - Queanbeyan with wood risers and wood railing.
Keira House
By Light House Architecture & Science

Ben Wrigley
Mid-sized contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Canberra - Queanbeyan with wood risers and wood railing.
Colour reference: like the white and blonde timber look blonde timber could be used on TV cabinet or shelving to tie in - webuser_254934186

Design ideas for an industrial straight staircase in Adelaide with metal railing.
Powerhouse 1 - Warrawee Dock
By Salt Studio Architecture

Repurposed industrial light fittings and recycled timber flooring and features
Design ideas for an industrial straight staircase in Adelaide with metal railing.

Photo of a midcentury staircase in Melbourne.
The Good Life House
By MRTN Architects

Photo of a midcentury staircase in Melbourne.

Photo of a contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Canberra - Queanbeyan with open risers and glass railing.
Contemporary Redhill
By Concepts Interior Design

Photo of a contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Canberra - Queanbeyan with open risers and glass railing.
Use of wood verticals to allow light thru - traceyjaensch

This is an example of a modern l-shaped staircase in Sydney.
Vaucluse Home 2017
By TO THE MIL excellence in construction

Simon Wood Photography
This is an example of a modern l-shaped staircase in Sydney.
The staircase would look AMAZING with a huge huge plant there - haylee_rose

Mid-sized country wood straight staircase in Wollongong with painted wood risers and wood railing.
Country Staircase

Mid-sized country wood straight staircase in Wollongong with painted wood risers and wood railing.
Would this work for my staircase? - webuser_29164920

This is an example of a victorian wood straight staircase in Sydney with wood railing and wood risers.
Grand Terrace in Annandale
By Pilcher Residential

Pilcher Residential
This is an example of a victorian wood straight staircase in Sydney with wood railing and wood risers.
I do not like it because it is to I do not like it because I FC yeah baby do you miss you I love you so much hurts too much I am banana from us it is yourself from Austin for 1 millionfancy because it has a lot of flowers. - webuser_517476532

Photo of a contemporary straight staircase in Melbourne with open risers and metal railing.
Mixed Use House
By Matt Gibson Architecture + Design

Shannon McGrath
Photo of a contemporary straight staircase in Melbourne with open risers and metal railing.
peg - sharon_partridge25

Photo of a contemporary wood curved staircase in Sydney with wood risers and glass railing.
Darlinghurst Terrace
By TomMarkHenry

Photography: Pablo Veiga, Styling: Claire Delmar
Photo of a contemporary wood curved staircase in Sydney with wood risers and glass railing.
black stairs - would want carpet. like contrast with white - webuser_580511504

This is an example of a contemporary wood staircase in Sydney with open risers, glass railing and brick walls.
East Juliett
By Sandbox Studio®

This is an example of a contemporary wood staircase in Sydney with open risers, glass railing and brick walls.

Large contemporary wood l-shaped staircase in Sydney with wood risers.
Feature Staircases
By Peter Janks Architects

Large contemporary wood l-shaped staircase in Sydney with wood risers.

Photo of a small scandinavian carpeted l-shaped staircase in Sydney with carpet risers and metal railing.
Pattern Cottage
By Kitty Lee Architecture

Photo of a small scandinavian carpeted l-shaped staircase in Sydney with carpet risers and metal railing.
also like the planter box at the top - webuser_981915079

This is an example of a contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Sydney with glass railing and open risers.
Greenhills Beach
By Clinton Built Pty Ltd

This is an example of a contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Sydney with glass railing and open risers.
Like this a lot however the railing is too prominent for me - johnstonesmith

Inspiration for a contemporary staircase in Perth.
South Fremantle Renovation Extension
By Putragraphy

Inspiration for a contemporary staircase in Perth.

Industrial metal staircase in Other with metal risers and glass railing.
Shipping Container Home - Kialla
By JMB Modular Buildings

Industrial metal staircase in Other with metal risers and glass railing.
metal stairs for deck - webuser_638325382

Design ideas for a contemporary staircase in Brisbane.
GILGANDRA - New Home
By Big House Little House

Design ideas for a contemporary staircase in Brisbane.

Mid-sized industrial wood straight staircase in Melbourne with open risers and metal railing.
Hoddle Street
By S&A Stairs

Emily Bartlett Photography
Mid-sized industrial wood straight staircase in Melbourne with open risers and metal railing.
We could do something like this? - mbrims42

Staircase in Sydney with wood walls.
Welcome To The Jungle House
By CplusC Architectural Workshop

Staircase in Sydney with wood walls.
Surprisingly nice, although I don't like the large piece of flat black steel at the top - johnstonesmith

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 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.

Whether you want inspiration for planning a staircase renovation or are building a designer staircase from scratch, Houzz has 322,617 images from the best designers, decorators, and architects in the country, including Sandbox Studio® and Matt Gibson Architecture + Design. Look through staircase photos in different colours and styles and when you find a staircase design that inspires you, save it to an Ideabook or contact the Pro who made it happen to see what kind of design ideas they have for your home. Explore the beautiful staircase ideas photo gallery and find out exactly why Houzz is the best experience for home renovation and design.