What do you think stairs are just functional, not aesthetical part of your house? Perhaps yes on your part too, as we have observed many with this notion. But, remember yours don’t have to be like that. With the Basement Under Stairs Ideas, we have compiled below, Just like your novel and Home interior Decoration Designs ideas, you can also transform a usual basement stair into something awesome. It is not always arduous work but sometimes, minor makeovers can have a significant effect. For example, a wood strip on the wall can bring an unusual charm. Once you come out of the just functional job of the stairs only then you would realize that these are also a crucial part of aesthetic beauty.
Moreover, dim lighting on the wall accentuates the wood strip even further. With this simple addition, a regular, ordinary, and dull basement stair can become unique, extraordinary, and very interesting in a very pleasing way. You can make the stair look even better by adding wooden treads and railing and also go for some other options that are in vogue these days.
Want to make your basement stair look more open and aesthetically pleasing? Try creating a Half-Open Basement Stair Design. While the basement stair handrail is there, it doesn’t reach the floor. Rather, it stopped halfway, with the remaining stairs having no handrail. While it looks somewhat incomplete, a half-open basement stair brings an air of openness and capaciousness. Even more so if you choose to use a simple basement stair handrail that can be seen through.
You must be liking a natural look for your basement (as most people do). In that case, adding stone decorations on the wall is among the Best Basement Stair Design you can try. Stone decorations, especially natural stones, make the space look and feel more natural and permeate a sense of purity. If you want to emphasize the stone decorations, just install lighting above the decorations and light it up. Now your basement has a very interesting focal point with a natural look. The stone decorations work even better with black and white stairs and wooden floor bringing a beautiful harmony.
Unlike the stairs of a bygone era, modern staircases look very unconventional i.e. ‘floating’ staircase. The staircase does not have the usual shape of a staircase. Rather, it is shaped as if the stairs are floating. These are Wall Mounted Floating Stairs with an iron handrail and glass railing, this staircase looks very novel and modern.
With a floating staircase, you are likely to have free space underneath the stairs. There are lots of ways you can make the best out of the space under the stairs, it all depends upon your creativity.
Most of the previous basement stair ideas that we discussed hitherto deal with the stairs, handrails, and the wall. This Basement Staircase Remodel is not the only thing that can change the look of a basement staircase. There is another: a stair runner. Choosing the right runner will change the overall look of the stair. These stairs bring vibrancy and charm to the look of the house.
It is not that everyone likes an elaborate staircase for their basement. Some homeowners want something that looks simple yet appealing. If you want such a staircase, then the Simple Staircase Ideas are ideal for you. Notice how simple the staircase looks and yet doesn’t compromise on beauty. It has brown and white treads with a wood handrail. It offers a warm, friendly, and of course, appealing look. All without requiring elaborate design or shape.
Are you a person who likes to read, has lots of books want to maximize available space, and has an interesting basement stair? If the answer is yes, turning the staircase into a makeshift bookshelf is certainly among the Best Basement Staircase Makeover for you. As you can see from the example above, the staircase is not just aesthetical, but fully functional as well. To make things even better, use finished wood for the stairs, pillars, and floor and contrast them with white. This will make the basement looks lively and warm.
If you need a clean and sophisticated idea for your Basement Stairs Remodeling, then a staircase with a glass wall is a good option for you. This staircase is not elaborate. However, due to its sharp lines, neutral colors, and glass wall, it looks quite a crystal and sophisticated. A clean and sophisticated staircase will surely make the basement looks better. Adding proper basement stair lighting is a must here so that the staircase is highlighted.
Most people do not recommend that you have to go for a straight staircase. How about a Spiral Staircase to the Basement instead? Just do so. A spiral basement stair looks great, too. Even more so if you select the proper colors for it. For example, dark brown and white. Since the staircase is mostly white, you can add whatever decorations you want, as the options are various. From paintings, photographs, to a basement window. For safety reasons, make sure that the stairs are not too steep.
Furthermore, our previous ideas include a few Basement Staircase Wall Decorating Ideas. Since there is no actual limit to the number of decorations you can add, you can add as much as you want. In the picture, you can see that the walls are decorated with diamond-shaped decorations and framed writing. Adding lots of wall decorations is certainly a good way to add your personal touch. Of course, balance is needed. Leave some room in the walls empty so that the decorations don’t feel overwhelming.
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While most of the Staircase to Basement Ideas in this list are already made staircases, this one is not. It is a rather incomplete staircase. It includes stringers but without the treads installed. It is a great alternative if you like to change your basement stair from time to time with much ease. Notice how the stringers look quite basic. This basicness is not a bad thing. It has its charm.