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Staircase Design Ideas with Open Risers and Painted Wood Risers

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Village Retreat
Village Retreat
Snake River InteriorsSnake River Interiors
We love to collaborate, whenever and wherever the opportunity arises. For this mountainside retreat, we entered at a unique point in the process—to collaborate on the interior architecture—lending our expertise in fine finishes and fixtures to complete the spaces, thereby creating the perfect backdrop for the family of furniture makers to fill in each vignette. Catering to a design-industry client meant we sourced with singularity and sophistication in mind, from matchless slabs of marble for the kitchen and master bath to timeless basin sinks that feel right at home on the frontier and custom lighting with both industrial and artistic influences. We let each detail speak for itself in situ.
Dewey Beach House
Dewey Beach House
Randall Mars ArchitectsRandall Mars Architects
Photo of a contemporary wood l-shaped staircase in DC Metro with open risers and metal railing.
Contemporary Glass System Staircase
Contemporary Glass System Staircase
Coast Salish WoodcraftersCoast Salish Woodcrafters
Mid-sized contemporary wood straight staircase in Vancouver with painted wood risers and mixed railing.
Townhouse Renovation in Downtown Beaufort
Townhouse Renovation in Downtown Beaufort
DCS CorporationDCS Corporation
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary tile straight staircase in Atlanta with painted wood risers and metal railing.
Ashford Glen
Ashford Glen
Lauren Nicole DesignsLauren Nicole Designs
Design ideas for a transitional carpeted straight staircase in Charlotte with painted wood risers and mixed railing.
Modern Farmhouse
Modern Farmhouse
Color Fresh Home DesignsColor Fresh Home Designs
unique wire and wood stair railing, double barn door, light hardwood floors, shiplap, reading nook
Country wood l-shaped staircase in Atlanta with painted wood risers and mixed railing.
mill valley gem
mill valley gem
Jennifer Messina InteriorsJennifer Messina Interiors
Inspiration for a transitional wood l-shaped staircase in San Francisco with painted wood risers and wood railing.
Riverwood
Riverwood
risa boyer architecturerisa boyer architecture
Jeremy Bittermann
Mid-sized modern wood straight staircase in Portland with open risers and metal railing.
Interior Design
Interior Design
Thos. MoserThos. Moser
Inspiration for a transitional wood u-shaped staircase in Portland Maine with painted wood risers and mixed railing.
Farmhouse Staircase
Farmhouse Staircase
Country wood staircase in New York with painted wood risers and wood railing.
Arlington Model Home - Davidson, NC
Arlington Model Home - Davidson, NC
AR HOMES - CHARLOTTE AND LAKE NORMANAR HOMES - CHARLOTTE AND LAKE NORMAN
Arthur Rutenberg Homes
Transitional wood curved staircase in Charlotte with painted wood risers and mixed railing.
Eye-catching Timber Cabin: Meadow Creek, Colorado
Eye-catching Timber Cabin: Meadow Creek, Colorado
M.T.N DesignM.T.N Design
Wrought iron accents add interest to the hand-fitted timbers of this staircase. Produced By: PrecisionCraft Log & Timber Homes Photos By: Longviews Studios, Inc.
Bellaire 2- Staircase
Bellaire 2- Staircase
BwCollier Interior Design, BwC Studio, IncBwCollier Interior Design, BwC Studio, Inc
This is an example of a large transitional wood curved staircase in Houston with painted wood risers and metal railing.
Bohemian Craftsman
Bohemian Craftsman
Sheila Mayden InteriorsSheila Mayden Interiors
WE Studio Photography
Mid-sized eclectic wood l-shaped staircase in Seattle with wood railing and painted wood risers.
Arts & Crafts House
Arts & Crafts House
Design StoreyDesign Storey
Feature staircase. Bespoke powder-coated steel staircase with ash treads. Photo Credit: Colin Poole
Inspiration for a scandinavian wood straight staircase in Other with open risers.
Shoreline Dwelling
Shoreline Dwelling
Murdough DesignMurdough Design
Chuck Choi Architectural Photography
Design ideas for a country wood floating staircase in Boston with open risers.
Kailua Cliff Residence
Kailua Cliff Residence
WhiteSpace ArchitectsWhiteSpace Architects
Design ideas for a mid-sized modern wood l-shaped staircase in Hawaii with open risers and cable railing.
Owls Nest | Greenville, DE
Owls Nest | Greenville, DE
Period Architecture Ltd.Period Architecture Ltd.
Angle Eye Photography Dewson Construction
This is an example of a large traditional wood u-shaped staircase in Philadelphia with painted wood risers and wood railing.
London Family Home
London Family Home
Juliette ByrneJuliette Byrne
James Balston
Traditional painted wood u-shaped staircase in London with painted wood risers and wood railing.
Los Altos Hills, CA - Taaffe Rd. II
Los Altos Hills, CA - Taaffe Rd. II
M. Designs ArchitectsM. Designs Architects
Curved stainless steel staircase, glass bridges and even a glass elevator; usage of these materials being a trademark of the architect, Malika Junaid
Inspiration for an expansive contemporary spiral staircase in San Francisco with open risers and glass railing.

Staircase Design Ideas with Open Risers and Painted Wood Risers

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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