The Next Level: 14 Stair Railings to Elevate Your Home Design
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A staircase railing is not just a safety feature. The newels, balusters, and railings of a staircase can make a real design statement and bring a sense of style to a space. Whatever your decor—contemporary, traditional, or ultramodern—there is a staircase railing combination out there to match. Whether you opt for rustic wood, glass, or custom-made metal, you can find a style of staircase railing that will elevate this architectural element from something practical to a work of art. Don’t focus on just one material—combine materials like glass and wood or wood and metal to add depth and texture to your design scheme. Here’s just a sampling of what’s out there.
Painted Rainbow
A seemingly ordinary staircase railing is made extraordinary by painting the balusters varying vibrant shades of color. With the rest of the staircase painted white, this stair rail is the focus of attention—and a cheery one at that.
Glass
A staircase railing of clear glass panels, outlined and mounted in a simple metal frame, is minimalist chic. But it also keeps a small space, one that could feel dark and crowded, light and airy. In this example, without the transparent panels, the subtle under-stair lighting would be lost on occupants of the room.
Modern Metal
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This modern metal rail picks up the black treads in the staircase and really pops off the stark white walls of this entryway. It is the perfect complement in a contemporary black-and-white decorating scheme.
Wood and Glass
A blond-toned wood staircase railing graces the top of glass panels in this elegantly curved staircase. Paired with similarly toned wood flooring, it gives the space a seamless look.
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Rustic
In this staircase railing, rough-hewn wood beams blend into the other architectural elements of this rustic home. The design brings the natural beauty of the outdoors inside and makes a big visual impact.
Wood Curves
The graceful curves of this spiral staircase are made all the more dramatic with a rich wood railing that follows the arc completely. Fashioned entirely from the same wood, the sinuous structure is simple, beautiful, and sophisticated—the highlight of the room.
High-Tech Metalwork
Water jet-cut steel is the contemporary answer to the fanciful ornamentation of past architecture. Inspired by a Baroque example, this beauty was created by digitizing interlaced tree branches for a modern-day interpretation of natural design. Who wouldn’t want to walk these treads?
Craftsman
This Craftsman-style rail incorporates two-toned wood panels with geometric cutouts. The wood hues complement the paneling on the walls throughout the entryway, and the cutouts echo the pattern on the stained glass.
Geometric Gold
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The gold tones of this brass staircase railing capture light and brighten up the space. A strong geometric pattern echoes the detail on the ceiling, bringing the theme together for a standout look.
LEGO
Yes, really—LEGOs! This playful and artistic approach relies on more than 20,000 LEGO bricks. The number of bricks increases as the stairs descend, intensifying the color. Outlined openings along the way add a geometric pop. Just don’t let the kids rework it!
Stainless Steel Cable
The natural beauty of wood marries the streamlined look of stainless steel cable in this DIY-friendly staircase railing system, appropriate for use both indoors and out.
Lake Inspiration
With its salute to water pursuits, this staircase in a lakefront home takes inspiration from its surroundings. Oar-shaped, white-painted balusters stand sleekly under dark wood rails in a unique design that makes a trim, nautical statement.
Stained-Glass Embellishments
Stained glass enhances this custom-made railing’s peacock feather design. The stained-glass “eyes” of the iron feathers are echoed by circular accents throughout the balustrade. A sense of both lightness and stability, not to mention playfulness, permeates the staircase.
Rope
This dramatic beach house staircase is bounded by heavy rope, strung simply through each newel post. It’s an outstanding complement to the setting and decor.
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