Staircase Design Ideas

Orbit Homes
Photo of a contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Melbourne with open risers.

Design ideas for a contemporary wood curved staircase in London with wood risers and glass railing.

Internal - Floating Staircase Beach House at Avoca Beach by Architecture Saville Isaacs Project Summary Architecture Saville Isaacs https://www.architecturesavilleisaacs.com.au/ The core idea of people living and engaging with place is an underlying principle of our practice, given expression in the manner in which this home engages with the exterior, not in a general expansive nod to view, but in a varied and intimate manner. The interpretation of experiencing life at the beach in all its forms has been manifested in tangible spaces and places through the design of pavilions, courtyards and outdoor rooms. Architecture Saville Isaacs https://www.architecturesavilleisaacs.com.au/ A progression of pavilions and courtyards are strung off a circulation spine/breezeway, from street to beach: entry/car court; grassed west courtyard (existing tree); games pavilion; sand+fire courtyard (=sheltered heart); living pavilion; operable verandah; beach. The interiors reinforce architectural design principles and place-making, allowing every space to be utilised to its optimum. There is no differentiation between architecture and interiors: Interior becomes exterior, joinery becomes space modulator, materials become textural art brought to life by the sun.   Project Description Architecture Saville Isaacs https://www.architecturesavilleisaacs.com.au/ The core idea of people living and engaging with place is an underlying principle of our practice, given expression in the manner in which this home engages with the exterior, not in a general expansive nod to view, but in a varied and intimate manner. The house is designed to maximise the spectacular Avoca beachfront location with a variety of indoor and outdoor rooms in which to experience different aspects of beachside living. Client brief: home to accommodate a small family yet expandable to accommodate multiple guest configurations, varying levels of privacy, scale and interaction. A home which responds to its environment both functionally and aesthetically, with a preference for raw, natural and robust materials. Maximise connection – visual and physical – to beach. The response was a series of operable spaces relating in succession, maintaining focus/connection, to the beach. The public spaces have been designed as series of indoor/outdoor pavilions. Courtyards treated as outdoor rooms, creating ambiguity and blurring the distinction between inside and out. A progression of pavilions and courtyards are strung off circulation spine/breezeway, from street to beach: entry/car court; grassed west courtyard (existing tree); games pavilion; sand+fire courtyard (=sheltered heart); living pavilion; operable verandah; beach. Verandah is final transition space to beach: enclosable in winter; completely open in summer. This project seeks to demonstrates that focusing on the interrelationship with the surrounding environment, the volumetric quality and light enhanced sculpted open spaces, as well as the tactile quality of the materials, there is no need to showcase expensive finishes and create aesthetic gymnastics. The design avoids fashion and instead works with the timeless elements of materiality, space, volume and light, seeking to achieve a sense of calm, peace and tranquillity. Architecture Saville Isaacs https://www.architecturesavilleisaacs.com.au/ Focus is on the tactile quality of the materials: a consistent palette of concrete, raw recycled grey ironbark, steel and natural stone. Materials selections are raw, robust, low maintenance and recyclable. Light, natural and artificial, is used to sculpt the space and accentuate textural qualities of materials. Passive climatic design strategies (orientation, winter solar penetration, screening/shading, thermal mass and cross ventilation) result in stable indoor temperatures, requiring minimal use of heating and cooling. Architecture Saville Isaacs https://www.architecturesavilleisaacs.com.au/ Accommodation is naturally ventilated by eastern sea breezes, but sheltered from harsh afternoon winds. Both bore and rainwater are harvested for reuse. Low VOC and non-toxic materials and finishes, hydronic floor heating and ventilation ensure a healthy indoor environment. Project was the outcome of extensive collaboration with client, specialist consultants (including coastal erosion) and the builder. The interpretation of experiencing life by the sea in all its forms has been manifested in tangible spaces and places through the design of the pavilions, courtyards and outdoor rooms. The interior design has been an extension of the architectural intent, reinforcing architectural design principles and place-making, allowing every space to be utilised to its optimum capacity. There is no differentiation between architecture and interiors: Interior becomes exterior, joinery becomes space modulator, materials become textural art brought to life by the sun. Architecture Saville Isaacs https://www.architecturesavilleisaacs.com.au/ https://www.architecturesavilleisaacs.com.au/

Country staircase in London.

Solid hardwood stair with slatted screening and wall panelling.
Photo of a beach style wood straight staircase in Other with open risers, wood railing and panelled walls.

Photo of a staircase in London.

Attrezzatura contenitiva per valorizzare lo spazio sotto la scala
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary wood l-shaped staircase in Milan with wood risers and metal railing.

We added a sisal runner with black trim to the staircase in this house, and painted the spindles & side of the staircase black to contrast with the pale walls.

Photo of a transitional wood u-shaped staircase in London with wood risers and wood railing.

Ben Wrigley
Mid-sized contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Canberra - Queanbeyan with wood risers and wood railing.

Anna Stathaki
Design ideas for a traditional painted wood u-shaped staircase in London with painted wood risers.

Main staircase (showing storage)
Mid-sized victorian wood u-shaped staircase in London with painted wood risers.

Inspiration for a contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Melbourne with open risers.

Design ideas for a contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in London.

Design ideas for a transitional staircase in Clermont-Ferrand.

luxury Wool Loop Carpet Installation in Chiswick – Natural Loop Carpet for Stairs, Landing & Hallway This project in Chiswick, West London features a full installation of a premium natural loop carpet across the staircase, landing and hallway, creating a seamless and elegant flow throughout the upper floor. The chosen carpet has a refined textured loop design that adds subtle character while maintaining a calm, neutral palette — a perfect match for the bright, contemporary interior of this Chiswick home. Our focus during the installation was precision and long-lasting quality. Each stair was carefully fitted to achieve clean lines and crisp edges, ensuring a consistent finish across the staircase and landing. Key details of the project include: • Fully fitted stair carpet installation • Seamless landing and hallway carpet fitting • Precisely wrapped stair nosings • Consistent carpet texture alignment • Clean transitions between rooms Loop carpets are particularly popular in Chiswick homes and West London period properties, as they combine durability with a sophisticated, understated look — ideal for busy family homes while maintaining a high-end aesthetic. The finished result is a practical yet elegant flooring solution that enhances the staircase while complementing the home's interior design. Location: Chiswick, West London

Stairs: After
Mid-sized midcentury wood l-shaped staircase in Central Coast with wood risers and wood railing.

We only supply what is manufactured in our factory, combining decades of craftsmanship and expertise. All our oak floors, oak stairs, oak doors, oak walls and other products are 100% European, crafted from FSC-certified wood and made using only high-quality, eco-friendly, non-toxic materials.

Stair
Design ideas for a contemporary staircase in Surrey.