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Staircase Design Ideas with Open Risers and Wood Walls

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Moderne Treppen
Moderne Treppen
Schmidmayer GmbH & Co. KGSchmidmayer GmbH & Co. KG
Mid-sized contemporary wood curved staircase in Munich with open risers, wood railing and wood walls.
New Peninsula Residence
New Peninsula Residence
Kaplan Architects, AIAKaplan Architects, AIA
Kaplan Architects, AIA Location: Redwood City , CA, USA Stair up to great room. The tread are fabricated from glue laminated beams that match the structural beams in the ceiling. The railing is a custom design cable railing system.
奈良の立体コートハウス
奈良の立体コートハウス
平岡建築デザイン平岡建築デザイン
撮影　冨田英次
Design ideas for a modern wood staircase in Osaka with open risers, metal railing and wood walls.
Custom Residence - Holly Springs, GA
Custom Residence - Holly Springs, GA
Caldwell-Cline Architects & DesignersCaldwell-Cline Architects & Designers
Staircase
Design ideas for a large country wood floating staircase in Atlanta with open risers, metal railing and wood walls.
Kahshe Lake Cottage
Kahshe Lake Cottage
Solares ArchitectureSolares Architecture
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional wood u-shaped staircase in Toronto with open risers, wood railing and wood walls.
S t A n d r e
S t A n d r e
catlin stothers designcatlin stothers design
Mid-sized modern wood floating staircase in Montreal with open risers, metal railing and wood walls.
ちいさな家
ちいさな家
ノットイコール一級建築士事務所ノットイコール一級建築士事務所
Photo : Yosuke Harigane
Photo of a small scandinavian wood straight staircase in Fukuoka with open risers, wood railing and wood walls.
Scandinavian Modern Interior
Scandinavian Modern Interior
HAUS | Architecture For Modern LifestylesHAUS | Architecture For Modern Lifestyles
Lower Level build-out includes new 3-level architectural stair with screenwalls that borrow light through the vertical and adjacent spaces - Scandinavian Modern Interior - Indianapolis, IN - Trader's Point - Architect: HAUS | Architecture For Modern Lifestyles - Construction Manager: WERK | Building Modern - Christopher Short + Paul Reynolds - Photo: HAUS | Architecture
Riverview Pines Mountain Modern
Riverview Pines Mountain Modern
Stonebuilt HomesStonebuilt Homes
Photo of a mid-sized country wood u-shaped staircase in Edmonton with open risers, metal railing and wood walls.
世田谷　木ルーバーの家
世田谷　木ルーバーの家
平林繁環境建築研究所平林繁環境建築研究所
居間と階段 撮影：平井広行
Design ideas for a mid-sized wood straight staircase in Tokyo with open risers, metal railing and wood walls.
Floating Staircase to Lower Level
Floating Staircase to Lower Level
Starr HomesStarr Homes
Floating Staircase
Inspiration for a modern staircase in Kansas City with open risers, glass railing and wood walls.
Open riser stairs
Open riser stairs
Two Street StudioTwo Street Studio
Open riser, floating concrete treads
Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style concrete straight staircase in New York with open risers, metal railing and wood walls.
Deer Park Modern | Toronto
Deer Park Modern | Toronto
Neue Floors - European Wide Plank OakNeue Floors - European Wide Plank Oak
Photo of a mid-sized modern wood l-shaped staircase in Toronto with open risers, glass railing and wood walls.
East Hampton Village 4
East Hampton Village 4
Kevin O'Sullivan + AssociatesKevin O'Sullivan + Associates
Stair detail w/ wood screen and courtyard view and Apparatus Studio ceiling light.
Inspiration for a large contemporary wood straight staircase in New York with open risers, mixed railing and wood walls.
高槻の家（takatsuki hause）
高槻の家（takatsuki hause）
ALTS DESIGN OFFICE (アルツ デザイン オフィス)ALTS DESIGN OFFICE (アルツ デザイン オフィス)
Photo of a mid-sized asian wood straight staircase in Osaka with open risers, metal railing and wood walls.
Monterey
Monterey
Thomas Philips Woodworking LTD.Thomas Philips Woodworking LTD.
Design ideas for a country wood straight staircase in Vancouver with open risers, glass railing and wood walls.
Stair and entry hall.
Stair and entry hall.
BREWSTER Design / Build LLCBREWSTER Design / Build LLC
Open pickets become the structural stair support.
Mid-sized midcentury wood u-shaped staircase in Seattle with open risers, wood railing and wood walls.
トオリニワの家
トオリニワの家
株式会社REGARD（リガード）株式会社REGARD（リガード）
外部・半外部・内部空間を行き交う動線に、心地良い光と風が通り抜けます。
Small industrial metal u-shaped staircase in Tokyo Suburbs with open risers, metal railing and wood walls.
Private Residence
Private Residence
EPIC Development Group, LLCEPIC Development Group, LLC
Brennan Wesley
Inspiration for a large transitional wood floating staircase in Charleston with open risers, mixed railing and wood walls.
Glass Spiral Staircase in Washington USA
Glass Spiral Staircase in Washington USA
Demax Staircase&RailingDemax Staircase&Railing
This gorgeous glass spiral staircase is finished in Washington in 2017. It was a remodel project. Stair diameter 67" Stair height : 114"
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary glass spiral staircase in DC Metro with open risers, glass railing and wood walls.

Staircase Design Ideas with Open Risers and Wood Walls

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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