14 Spectacular Stair Designs for Small Homes

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Staircases have a telling impact on the beauty of the interiors. They are more than what you may think of them – simple means to access the different floor levels or terrace. Beautifully designed staircases can act like gigantic sculptures. However, it is not simple to design a stunning stairway in a small home. These staircase designs will provide you lots of ideas.

Stylish stairway in a double height room

This slim stairway, ideal for small homes, occupies the living cum dining area. It gives access to the upper floor levels. The combination of wood and metal gives it a chic look and helps the design merge with the surroundings.

Monostringer stairway with glass walls

This stylish monostringer stairway is bound by exposed brick wall on one side and frosted glass panels on the other. Its minimalist design is ideal for a small residential building.

Use these tips to complement your stairway design with stylish hall decor.

Dark staircase

This pitch dark stairway stands in one side of the hallway. It stands against exposed concrete wall. This one too has a monostringer design.

Stairway in an elegant house

The stair design of this building complements the elegant décor of the interior. It stands out due to wooden steps and black strings and railing in a space dominated by a warm shade of white. This helps in generating a very clean and chic feeling.

Small stair design

This is another ultra slim stairway design ideal for tiny residential buildings. It occupies the living room cum kitchen and dining area. This one too is designed with beautiful natural wooden steps.

Chic wooden steps

The cost of stairways with wooden steps may exceed RM 6000 is Malaysia. However, it is a one time and very worthy investment. Wooden steps last for a long time. It also helps giving the interior a warm feeling.

Light filled hallway and staircase

This light filled hallway is complemented with simple yet chic staircase. The white shade juxtaposes the dark brown colour of the surroundings. Proper illumination of the space ensures greater safety for the inhabitants of the house. To choose the right staircase design for your home, don’t hesitate to consult an experienced architect.

Double stringer staircase

You have already seen examples of monostringer staircases made of wood and metal. This one is a double stringer staircase designed with wooden steps. Straight staircase design is also very suitable for minimally designed contemporary homes.

Simple staircase with charming décor

This monostringer staircase is designed in a graceful style. A number of green plants are increasing the beauty of the under stair space. Dark steps are decorated with potted plants and sculptures.

Trendy stair design

This charming stairway is the right choice for a trend setting urban loft space. Its gentle slope is also safe for usage of those who are at an advanced age. The dark shade matches the interior colour scheme perfectly.

Staircase with clear glass railings

Clear glass or acrylic railings don’t inhibit the flow of light. Consequently they make the interiors look for more spacious. Reinforced glass railings may cost above RM 100 per foot. However, it will help you design very trendy staircase for your home.

Decorative stair design

The stair design of this house makes it look like a floating sculpture. It is designed with a combination of lightweight alloy metal and wood. LED stairway lighting has been used to beautify it further.

Spiral staircase

Spiral staircases are often installed in homes suffering from space crunch. You may install additional spiral staircase along with the main one in your home office, bedroom, dressing room or terrace. Spiral staircases made of wood, wrought iron, aluminium and glass are considered sleek options for residential buildings.

L-shaped stairway

L-shaped stairway looks visually more engaging. Besides, it provides a landing space to rest your legs before climbing further. L-shaped staircases also provide better privacy for the interior of your home.

Use these tricks to make your home look more spacious.

Which of these staircase designs did you find most interesting?

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