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Staircase Design Ideas with Open Risers

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Meydenbauer Bay Residence
Meydenbauer Bay Residence
Urban RestorationUrban Restoration
Haris Kenjar
Expansive contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Seattle with open risers and metal railing.
Joie de Vivre
Joie de Vivre
MW Design WorkshopMW Design Workshop
Josiah Zukowski
Photo of a large modern wood floating staircase in Portland with open risers.
Elford Remodel
Elford Remodel
grouparchitectgrouparchitect
Sozinho Imagery
Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury wood straight staircase in Seattle with open risers.
FLOORING SHOWROOM
FLOORING SHOWROOM
UserUser
FLOORING SHOWROOM
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern wood u-shaped staircase in Other with open risers and metal railing.
Sunnyvale Remodel
Sunnyvale Remodel
Gehrels Custom HomesGehrels Custom Homes
V. Minnis
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern wood u-shaped staircase in San Francisco with open risers.
Construction d'un atelier de menuiserie et d'un logement
Construction d'un atelier de menuiserie et d'un logement
Atelier d'Architecture Fade BouladeAtelier d'Architecture Fade Boulade
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary wood curved staircase in Marseille with open risers.
Modern Mountain Home | Telluride Colorado
Modern Mountain Home | Telluride Colorado
Studio M Interior DesignStudio M Interior Design
Large country wood floating staircase in Denver with open risers.
Mirror House by Harris Calnan
Mirror House by Harris Calnan
Harris Calnan ConstructionHarris Calnan Construction
James Smith
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary wood l-shaped staircase in London with open risers.
Lieu d'inspiration
Lieu d'inspiration
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credit photo - Stephane Durieu
Design ideas for a large contemporary metal l-shaped staircase in Paris with open risers.
Mansfield Residence in Los Angeles
Mansfield Residence in Los Angeles
Hillstar Construction ServicesHillstar Construction Services
addet madan Design
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in Los Angeles with open risers.
Fire Island A-Frame
Fire Island A-Frame
Bromley Caldari Architects PCBromley Caldari Architects PC
Photo of an expansive contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in New York with open risers and metal railing.
Canmore Residence - Elk Run Custom Homes
Canmore Residence - Elk Run Custom Homes
Rochelle Cote Interior DesignRochelle Cote Interior Design
This project was so fun! A young family wanted us to help all the way down to the final touch for their Canmore recreational property. In a 3 bedroom home, they wanted to have enough space for their family of 5 and a guest room…so we did a unique bunk style room for the kids. We love the mountain feel that this home has, with the cherry staircase, cabinetry and wood floors. All of the wood used throughout in the baseboard, casing and doors drives home that mountain modern aesthetic. We used pops of color in the art to give it some fun and life. As well as some unique rustic elements like the skiis to add that cabin feel. We love how this home turned out and we were so excited to help this client down to the final touch!
Ames House
Ames House
Matt Fajkus ArchitectureMatt Fajkus Architecture
This is an example of a mid-sized modern wood l-shaped staircase in Austin with open risers and metal railing.
Modern Rustic Staircase
Modern Rustic Staircase
Designs for Living by Wendy, LLCDesigns for Living by Wendy, LLC
Alec Marshall
Design ideas for a small country wood straight staircase in Jacksonville with open risers and wood railing.
West Seattle Jewel-Box Townhome
West Seattle Jewel-Box Townhome
Beth Dotolo, ASID, RID, NCIDQBeth Dotolo, ASID, RID, NCIDQ
A jewel box townhouse with a high/low approach gave our busy working couple a design-forward space, arousing a new sense of happiness and pride in their home. With a love for entertaining, our clients needed a space that would meet their functional needs and be a reflection of them. They brought on Pulp to create a vision that would functionally articulate their style. Our design team imagined this edgy concept with lots of unique style elements, texture, and contrast. Pulp mixed luxury items, such as the bone-inlay cocktail table and textual black croc wall covering, and offset them with more affordable whimsical touches, like individual framed feathers. Beth and Carolina pushed their tastes to the limit with unexpected touches, like the split face bookends and the teak hand chair, to add a quirky layer and graphic edge that our homeowners would come to fall in love with.
Geddes Ravine Residence
Geddes Ravine Residence
Beechwood Building & DesignBeechwood Building & Design
The custom steel and glass stairway, and see through fireplace are both clean and stylish, and allow the views of the Geddes Ravine to pour into the living room space and beyond. Jeff Garland Photography
Gregson Residence
Gregson Residence
studio01 architectsstudio01 architects
This is an example of a small modern wood straight staircase in Charlotte with open risers and cable railing.
Continuous Stair - Wormy Red & White Oak
Continuous Stair - Wormy Red & White Oak
Feil Inc. Wood Flooring & StairsFeil Inc. Wood Flooring & Stairs
Photo of a large transitional wood curved staircase in Miami with open risers.
Central hallway and stairwell
Central hallway and stairwell
Asquared Studios Inc.Asquared Studios Inc.
Inspiration for a large modern wood u-shaped staircase in San Diego with open risers and metal railing.
Foyer and floating stair off the bedrooms at the lower floor
Foyer and floating stair off the bedrooms at the lower floor
Mark Brand ArchitectureMark Brand Architecture
For our client, who had previous experience working with architects, we enlarged, completely gutted and remodeled this Twin Peaks diamond in the rough. The top floor had a rear-sloping ceiling that cut off the amazing view, so our first task was to raise the roof so the great room had a uniformly high ceiling. Clerestory windows bring in light from all directions. In addition, we removed walls, combined rooms, and installed floor-to-ceiling, wall-to-wall sliding doors in sleek black aluminum at each floor to create generous rooms with expansive views. At the basement, we created a full-floor art studio flooded with light and with an en-suite bathroom for the artist-owner. New exterior decks, stairs and glass railings create outdoor living opportunities at three of the four levels. We designed modern open-riser stairs with glass railings to replace the existing cramped interior stairs. The kitchen features a 16 foot long island which also functions as a dining table. We designed a custom wall-to-wall bookcase in the family room as well as three sleek tiled fireplaces with integrated bookcases. The bathrooms are entirely new and feature floating vanities and a modern freestanding tub in the master. Clean detailing and luxurious, contemporary finishes complete the look.

Staircase Design Ideas with Open 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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