Updated: 5th of January 2024
A staircase serves a fundamental functional purpose for all buildings. Still, it can also be a great way to elevate an entire design project, whether it’s a home, restaurant, retail or office space.
When it comes to creating the desired impression, whether you opt for a wooden spiral staircase or a stylish glass staircase, your chosen design could make or break the project.
With 14.8K monthly searches for ‘staircase ideas’, we have researched the most searched-for staircase design trends and put together, in order of popularity, the most prominent trends and styles for 2024. Get ready to be inspired!
1. Panelled staircase
One of the most in-demand choices is a panelled staircase, with over 10,000 monthly searches. The design incorporates the popular wall panelling aesthetic into the walls surrounding the stairs.
A panelled staircase is versatile, able to be built with any colours that best suit the building. Whether this is a cosy neutral home, a brightly-coloured clothing boutique, or a revamped office space, you can ensure your panelled staircase matches.
The wall panelling can extend into the adjoining rooms above and below the staircase, creating a modern, streamlined effect.
2. Glass staircase
Unlike conventional wooden staircases, sturdy, toughened glass can be used to craft a glass staircase, providing long durability and a beautiful contemporary look.
The popularity of glass staircases has risen immensely, thanks to their ability to allow natural light to pour through, which creates an open, fresher feel to any project.
If you want your staircase to last long and retain its good looks, this design is for you!
3. Staircase lighting
When considering different decorating ideas for stairs, the importance of good lighting for stairs must not be underestimated. The extra
lighting can improve safety and prevent accidents at home and in the workplace.
As well as improving safety measures, staircase lighting can help transform any simple staircase. Matched together with glass balustrades, you can create a warm yet modern feel to any environment, whether it’s an office lobby or your home dining room.
4. Spiral staircase
A spiral staircase remains a classic design favourite and can take up less room than a traditional one. A spiral staircase is an excellent alternative to a space-sav
ing staircase (ranked in 10th place) and easily elevates any room design. Whether you opt for a modern glass,
wooden or metal spiral staircase design, they all provide an eye-catching focal point to any project.
Spiral staircases aren’t just confined to use in interiors either – they can be equally good used in outdoor spaces to transform the landscape design. They are also often added to the exterior of a home or workplace to provide a quick and efficient fire escape route.
5. Wooden staircase
Renowned for its beauty, quality, durability and design adaptability, a wooden staircase remains a popular choice for staircase design.
Curved or multi-level, spiral or straight, a wooden staircase is suited to multiple spaces, especially in the interior architecture of a home. Oak or mahogany, wa
lnut or maple: the choices are endless when selecting your perfect wooden staircase; it’s just a matter of taste.
Wood and glass can make a great combination for added safety benefits, as glass creates a non-intrusive and opaque safety barrier to prevent accidents in large commercial environments.
6. Staircase railing
A staircase rail is often one of the most eye-catching elements of the staircase design,
so don’t be afraid to get creative with different materials and colours to match the space.
Incorporating glass in your staircase railing can complement other materials, such as wood or metal, and add a sophisticated feel. Toughened glass or laminated glass is best for this, providing additional security and ensuring the longevity of your staircase railing design.
7. Staircase with metal spindles
When deciding on the overall look of a building, metal spindles rank high amongst popular stair banister ideas.
A staircase with metal spindles can be adapted to various design choices and allows construction and architectural companies to suit a range of design choices, from modern to vintage.
Including metal in your building design can be a great choice in industrial-style interiors, where raw materials such as wood, metal or stone are combined for a more natural and sustainable feel.
8. Painted staircase
When deciding on the perfect modern staircase for your next building project, don’t feel held back by the colour of raw materials.
Painting your stairs can be as simple as adding white paint to contrast the structural wood or adding a darker colour on the handrail to contrast a neutral wall decor.
The best thing about opting for a painted staircase; you can switch up the paint to suit any future decor trend
9. Staircase balustrade
Using a structural balustrade can help frame the staircase and create a cohesive design between floors in a home, or commercial setting.
Conventional railings can create a visual barrier that makes rooms seem small and cramped, yet a glass balustrade will open up your space, making it more inviting.
You can design a glass balustrade to suit any project requirements, from a toughened glass balustrade a jumbo glass balustrade to a curved glass railing.
10. Space-saving staircase
When designing a functional living space, remember that many homeowners are looking for more space to chill out, exercise or even work from home.
A space-saving staircase is the perfect alternative to straight stairways, providing the most compact way to get from one floor to another. However, as space-
saving staircases increasingly gain popularity as more people convert their lofts into usable space, many regulations limit where and when they can be used.
Managing director at Specialist Glass Products, Andrew Taylor, commented: “Just missing out on the top ten places were oak, black and white, and floating staircases. These designs can easily be combined with the top trends such as glass balustrading, lighting and space-saving staircases to create the perfect staircase for your next project.”
“Interior trends are forever changing, so it is crucial that architectural and construction firms keep an eye on customer desires to build a high-value property. Staying on top of staircase trends allows you to choose the best look possible and help set the tone of your project.”
At Specialist Glass Products, our fantastic range of capabilities means we can provide the highest quality of annealed, toughened, laminated, straight and curved glass for glass staircases and balustrades. We can cut, toughen and laminate glass up to 6000mm x 3210mm and curve glass units up to 3200mm x 5000mm!
Get in touch with our friendly team to discuss our bespoke service today.
If you’re looking at ways to change up your project design in 2024, make sure to follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Linkedin and Instagram for more inspiration.
