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Straight and L-shaped Staircase Design Ideas

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Entrance hallway staircase
Entrance hallway staircase
Mia Karlsson Interior Design LtdMia Karlsson Interior Design Ltd
Photo of a small traditional painted wood straight staircase in London with painted wood risers.
Interior Wrought Iron Railing
Interior Wrought Iron Railing
Iron Age Manufacturing Ltd.Iron Age Manufacturing Ltd.
The sky's the limit when creating a custom Wrought Iron Railing. Iron is such a versitile material, we can create almost any design you can imagine! Our Wrought Iron Railings are custom designed and fabricated to fit the space in which it was intended. All metal components are welded together to create a structuraly solid railing you can enjoy for a lifetime!
Contemporary Staircase
Contemporary Staircase
Design ideas for a contemporary wood straight staircase in London.
Make an entrance
Make an entrance
UserUser
Bespoke Oak and Glass staircase joining an Oak framed extension to an ancient Manor House in South Devon. Photo Styling Jan Cadle, Colin Cadle Photography
Chestnut Hill Residence & Studio Office
Chestnut Hill Residence & Studio Office
MANDARINA STUDIO interior designMANDARINA STUDIO interior design
Ben Gebo
Photo of a mid-sized transitional wood l-shaped staircase in Boston with painted wood risers and wood railing.
Country affair
Country affair
Kitchen Architecture LtdKitchen Architecture Ltd
This is an example of a traditional painted wood l-shaped staircase in Oxfordshire with painted wood risers.
Green Cliffs Road
Green Cliffs Road
FIG HomeFIG Home
Photo of a mid-sized traditional wood l-shaped staircase in Austin with painted wood risers.
Stratford Whole House Renovation
Stratford Whole House Renovation
Audino Construction, Inc.Audino Construction, Inc.
Tommy Kile Photography
Photo of a mid-sized traditional wood straight staircase in Austin with painted wood risers and metal railing.
Oxford Street
Oxford Street
Koch ArchitectsKoch Architects
Wood stairway with redwood built-in shelving, wood paneled ceiling, mid-century wall sconce in mid-century-modern home in Berkeley, California - Photo by Bruce Damonte.
Mentone House
Mentone House
Jasmine McClelland DesignJasmine McClelland Design
Wrought iron and timber tread staircase designed by Jasmine McClelland and her clients. Sarah Wood Photography
Mid-sized contemporary wood l-shaped staircase in Melbourne with open risers.
Bluff House Stairwell
Bluff House Stairwell
Auhaus ArchitectureAuhaus Architecture
Bluff stair. Hardwood treads. steel balustrade and handrail. Geometric cement tiles. Photography: Auhaus Architecture
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary wood straight staircase in Melbourne with open risers.
Far Pond
Far Pond
Bates Masi Architects LLCBates Masi Architects LLC
Bates Masi Architects LLC
Inspiration for a contemporary wood straight staircase in New York with metal risers.
Advantage Basements London
Advantage Basements London
Chris SnookChris Snook
Chris Snook
Photo of a small traditional wood l-shaped staircase in London with wood risers.
Fulham Apartment
Fulham Apartment
Alex Maguire PhotographyAlex Maguire Photography
Alex Maguire
Design ideas for a contemporary wood l-shaped staircase in London with wood risers.
Workshop for a Machinist
Workshop for a Machinist
TONO Architects, LLCTONO Architects, LLC
Halkin Photography
Inspiration for a large contemporary metal straight staircase in Philadelphia with open risers.
Residential facelift
Residential facelift
ideco par Brigitte Poitrasideco par Brigitte Poitras
Photo: Gordon Warlow Designer: Natalie Lévesque
Inspiration for a transitional wood straight staircase in Montreal with glass railing.
Another view of the cable railing staircase
Another view of the cable railing staircase
Patrick Millwork IncPatrick Millwork Inc
This is an example of a mid-sized modern wood l-shaped staircase in Boise with painted wood risers and cable railing.
Traditional Staircase
Traditional Staircase
Traditional wood straight staircase in Salt Lake City.
Desert Dream
Desert Dream
Greenauer Design GroupGreenauer Design Group
This is an example of a contemporary marble l-shaped staircase in Denver with marble risers and metal railing.
Vail Townhome Renovation
Vail Townhome Renovation
CHC Mountain StructuresCHC Mountain Structures
Kimberly Gavin
This is an example of a contemporary wood straight staircase in Denver with metal risers.

Straight and L-shaped 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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