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All Railing Materials Staircase Design Ideas

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Manhattan Beach, CA
Manhattan Beach, CA
LA Design BuildLA Design Build
Design ideas for a beach style wood curved staircase in Los Angeles with wood risers and mixed railing.
Transitional Staircase
Transitional Staircase
Photo of a transitional wood l-shaped staircase in Los Angeles with painted wood risers and mixed 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.
North Toronto Addition
North Toronto Addition
ASQUITH ArchitectureASQUITH Architecture
Photography: Nanne Springer
Design ideas for a scandinavian wood straight staircase in Toronto with glass railing.
Studio ED
Studio ED
DVP Architecture sarlDVP Architecture sarl
This is an example of an industrial wood spiral staircase in Paris with wood risers and mixed railing.
Fusion House
Fusion House
Shubham PhotographyShubham Photography
Ravi Kanade
Design ideas for a large asian wood floating staircase in Mumbai with wood risers and wood railing.
West Coast Elegance
West Coast Elegance
NUMI BuildNUMI Build
Inspiration for a transitional wood straight staircase in Los Angeles with painted wood risers and wood railing.
Picnic Basket
Picnic Basket
Morrison Design HouseMorrison Design House
Design ideas for a beach style wood l-shaped staircase in Portland Maine with painted wood risers and mixed 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.
Interiors
Interiors
Feeney Inc.Feeney Inc.
Custom CableRail in Custom Fabricated Frames Moskow Linn Architects, Greg Premru Photographer
Photo of an industrial wood u-shaped staircase in San Francisco with open risers and cable railing.
Ventura Keys Residence
Ventura Keys Residence
Jette CreativeJette Creative
Nicole Franzen
Inspiration for a contemporary wood l-shaped staircase in Los Angeles with open risers and glass railing.
Palladio
Palladio
Twist Tours Real Estate and Portfolio MarketingTwist Tours Real Estate and Portfolio Marketing
This is an example of a contemporary wood curved staircase in Austin with wood risers and metal railing.
Marylebone Mews House
Marylebone Mews House
dRAW ArchitecturedRAW Architecture
This is an example of a transitional wood straight staircase in London with wood risers and glass railing.
Loft conversion and refurbishment London
Loft conversion and refurbishment London
Creative Space Design and Build LtdCreative Space Design and Build Ltd
M O Shea photography
Transitional painted wood straight staircase in London with painted wood risers and wood railing.
Elk Thistle Dr., Silverthorne
Elk Thistle Dr., Silverthorne
Blue River CabinetsBlue River Cabinets
This is an example of a mid-sized country wood l-shaped staircase in Denver with open risers and cable railing.
Nomad
Nomad
West Chin Architects & Interior DesignersWest Chin Architects & Interior Designers
Inspiration for a contemporary wood l-shaped staircase in New York with wood risers and glass railing.
Casa FB26 | 170 MQ
Casa FB26 | 170 MQ
Alvise Terzi ArchitettoAlvise Terzi Architetto
Inspiration for a contemporary wood straight staircase in Milan with metal railing.
New Haven Timberframe
New Haven Timberframe
Silver Maple Construction LLCSilver Maple Construction LLC
This is an example of a country wood curved staircase in Burlington with painted wood risers and cable railing.
Modern Farmhouse | Los Angeles, CA
Modern Farmhouse | Los Angeles, CA
Lewin WertheimerLewin Wertheimer
Douglas Hill
This is an example of a large country wood staircase in Los Angeles with wood risers and wood railing.
LGV
LGV
Geraldine OlivaGeraldine Oliva
Photo of a contemporary wood l-shaped staircase in Other with painted wood risers and metal railing.

All Railing Materials 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 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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