Contemporary Staircase Design

Banisters don’t have to be boring. One of the easiest ways to spice up a staircase is to choose unique spindles to hold up the handrail. These vertical posts, also known as balusters, are often just straight pieces of wood with a little bit of carving to prevent them from being too bland.

At Abbott-Wade, we offer a variety of spindle styles to make your modern staircase special, so it’s sure to stand out in your home. You could stick to a more traditional stop-chamfered balustrade, go minimalist with a sleek spindle style, or add some more texture to the stairway area with twisted spindles.

For an ultra-modern and more artistic appearance, look to our stylish range of id spindles. These sculpted spindles offer a different perspective, with distinct curves and cut-outs adding striking visuals to your stair space.

If sculpted wood seems too traditional for your tastes, we also offer spindles made from forged steel or glass. Clean and simple steel immediately makes staircases look more modern, while sleek glass spindles add some luxury and sparkle where they reflect light. These spindles are an excellent option if you want to allow more light into the staircase area while retaining structural integrity.

Glass balustrades work especially well for modern split-level living, whether it’s a raised lounge area or a mid-level landing, to emphasise different spaces without closing them off.

Even for standard staircases, there are plenty of ways to create a modern glass centrepiece instead of an outdated stairway that nobody ever thinks twice about. You could go for embedded glass for an elegant seamless look or add stainless steel balusters or clamps for some modern definition.

When it comes to the glass itself, it doesn’t even have to be classic clear glass. Why not try bronzed glass for a warm golden tone, or sandblasted glass for a contemporary frosted look?

Translucent glass will still allow light through while creating an aesthetically pleasing barrier. If you’d prefer ultra-clear transparent glass for your modern staircase, Abbott-Wade was the first staircase joinery service to start offering Optiwhite™ for colourless glass without a green or blue cast.

Unsure about sculpted spindles? Not sold on glass staircases? Don’t worry because these are far from being your only options at Abbott-Wade. There are so many ways to combine materials and create the contemporary staircase you didn’t even know you wanted, until you saw how incredible it could look.

If not polished chrome and glass, why not brushed steel and oak? Or how about softening glass and steel with an oak banister?

If you prefer a minimalist style, clean white paint can instantly modernise a staircase while making a more traditional wooden banister stand out. White stairs paired with glass balustrades are also brilliant at making your home feel brighter and more spacious.

Don’t forget that carpeting the treads is another customisable option that can change the whole staircase.

If you’re going with hardwood, your choice of wood stain can also transform the final look into something more unique.

Another way to update your staircase is to incorporate a feature step at the bottom of the flight of stairs.

A contrasting finish will draw attention to the step and make the staircase more inviting.

A bullnose step can create more definition and improve the flow between spaces, while a curtail step wraps around the newel posts at the bottom of the staircase for a truly bespoke feature step.

People are sometimes reluctant to install glass staircases in their homes due to safety concerns. However, we can assure you that our glass balustrades are made from specially toughened glass and are completely safe.

If young children or pets are your main concern, we advise choosing close-fit solid glass panels for peace of mind. This means there won’t be any gaps where little limbs (or paws) could get caught.

Our expert installation team can even cut the glass to the shape of your stair treads for a perfect fit along every edge. You can opt for this modern style and allow your home to feel airier and more spacious, without compromising on safety.

Rest assured that all Abbott Wade glass staircase panels are made from high-quality 10mm toughened Pilkington glass. This will ensure that your glass balustrade not only looks spectacular but is robust enough to last a lifetime. Our quality craftsmanship and secure installation will ensure that your new glass staircase serves your home for decades.

If your stairs are looking rather dated, or have fallen into despair, having a staircase replacement will help to kick-start your home renovation.

A modern and stylish staircase can open up your space both structurally and visually, improving the aesthetics of your home as well as adding value to your property.

The amount you can expect to spend on a modern staircase depends on many factors. These include the materials used, for example wood, steel or glass, the number of flights, and whether you need your old staircases removing or you’d just like to make some upgrades.

On top of the cost of the staircase itself, you’ll need to factor in the labour costs for installation, too.

Give us a call today on 01744 634442 to speak to an experienced member of our team about your options. Alternatively, fill in our online contact form to receive a free, no-obligation quote.

There are many benefits to replacing your dated wooden stairs with a modern metal staircase.

Steel staircases are often much less expensive than wooden ones. In addition, contemporary metal stairs don’t need regular maintenance, such as staining, varnishing, and sealing.  They are resistant to temperature and humidity changes, so won’t bend or warp like wood can.

Modern metal staircases, such as the steel staircases available here at Abbott Wade, are strong, durable, and built to last.  And as steel can be forged into many different shapes with ease, and combined with other materials such as glass for an added wow factor, there really is no limit to the design possibilities that come with modern metal staircases.

If you have any questions about steel staircases, or any of the other contemporary staircase designs featured on our website, don’t hesitate to get in touch with our friendly team.