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Staircase Design Ideas with Wood Risers

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Somerville Road
Somerville Road
S&A StairsS&A Stairs
Somerville Road is constructed with beautiful, rich Blackbutt timber. Matched perfectly with a mid-century inspired balustrade design – a perfect match to the home it resides in.
Ft. Beauregard Estates Curved Oak Stairway
Ft. Beauregard Estates Curved Oak Stairway
The Stairway ShopThe Stairway Shop
Design ideas for a mid-sized arts and crafts wood curved staircase in San Diego with wood risers.
kensington 1
kensington 1
one house greenone house green
due to lot orientation and proportion, we needed to find a way to get more light into the house, specifically during the middle of the day. the solution that we came up with was the location of the stairs along the long south property line, combined with the glass railing, skylights, and some windows into the stair well. we allowed the stairs to project through the glass as thought the glass had sliced through the steps.
Lopez Ave
Lopez Ave
Lewis BuildersLewis Builders
Mid-sized modern wood straight staircase in Other with wood risers and glass railing.
Interior Gallery
Interior Gallery
Farabough HomesFarabough Homes
Inspiration for a large arts and crafts wood u-shaped staircase in Other with wood risers and mixed railing.
Estelle Lane
Estelle Lane
UserUser
Large traditional wood l-shaped staircase in Chicago with wood risers.
Rustic Staircase
Rustic Staircase
Inspiration for a country wood l-shaped staircase in New York with wood risers.
La Loggia
La Loggia
Ectypos ArchitectureEctypos Architecture
Staircase that brings in winter light and acts as thermal mass, key to the passive function of the house. Kirk Gittings
Design ideas for a mid-sized wood straight staircase in Albuquerque with wood risers and wood railing.
Saltbox
Saltbox
Gardner Architects LLCGardner Architects LLC
John Cole Photography
Photo of a contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in DC Metro with wood risers and cable railing.
Lake View Residence
Lake View Residence
Fänas ArchitectureFänas Architecture
Southwest Colorado mountain home. Made of timber, log and stone. Large custom circular stair connecting all three floors. Rough-hewn wood flooring.
This is an example of a mid-sized country wood u-shaped staircase in Denver with wood risers.
Chevy Chase - Mid Century
Chevy Chase - Mid Century
Teass \ Warren ArchitectsTeass \ Warren Architects
Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury wood u-shaped staircase in DC Metro with wood risers, wood railing and wood walls.
Virginia Contemporary
Virginia Contemporary
M.S. Vicas InteriorsM.S. Vicas Interiors
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary wood u-shaped staircase in DC Metro with wood risers and wood railing.
Mid Century Modern Marvel
Mid Century Modern Marvel
TEAL DAVISON DESIGN + FINISHTEAL DAVISON DESIGN + FINISH
Design ideas for a mid-sized wood u-shaped staircase in Portland with wood risers.
Craftsman
Craftsman
B Street DesignB Street Design
This is an example of a mid-sized arts and crafts wood l-shaped staircase in San Diego with wood risers.
king newel post hickory stair project
king newel post hickory stair project
Splash CarpentrySplash Carpentry
a custom stair project, each post is made of 105 pieces.
Photo of a mid-sized traditional wood curved staircase in Detroit with wood risers.
Carriage House Great Room
Carriage House Great Room
TimberpegTimberpeg
Post and beam great room, timber frame carriage house
Design ideas for a traditional wood straight staircase in Boston with wood risers.
Terrible Mountain Kitchen & Home Renovation
Terrible Mountain Kitchen & Home Renovation
Northshire LivingNorthshire Living
This is an example of a mid-sized country wood straight staircase in Boston with wood risers and metal railing.
On the harbor in Wexford Plantation
On the harbor in Wexford Plantation
William Byrd HomesWilliam Byrd Homes
John McManus
Design ideas for a large country wood l-shaped staircase in Charleston with wood risers.
Mountain Ivy Railing
Mountain Ivy Railing
UserUser
Hal Kearney, Photographer
Design ideas for a country wood l-shaped staircase in Other with wood risers.
Bluff Plantation
Bluff Plantation
Frederick + Frederick ArchitectsFrederick + Frederick Architects
Design ideas for a traditional wood staircase in Atlanta with wood risers and wood railing.

Staircase Design Ideas with 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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