Tired of your plain old staircase yet? If so, we have got you covered with these 63 ideas on how to spruce up that space. The makeover may be extreme to the point of changing a structural design of the staircase or it can be a mild makeover that only requires you to add interesting details to your staircase , depending on your budget.
First you can match the aesthetic of your home to that of the staircase for a cohesive look.
The beauty of a staircase makeover is that you have many surfaces to work with, starting with a stair wall, balustrades, rails, the steps, and under the stairs.
Depending on your personal preference you can choose the ideas that match your home and personal aesthetic and implement them.
1. Choose a patterned tile for the steps, and you can alternate for only treads or the risers.
2. Consider installing concrete stairs for that minimalistic industrial style.
3. A metal staircase provides a very industrial look to compliment a dark themed home.
4. Install a wooden staircase for that cozy, rustic farmhouse décor.
5. A floating staircase gives your space a modern and elegant look.
6. Install a glass staircase for a futuristic aesthetic.
7. For the rails or balustrade, you can switch out the iron rails with thick ropes.
8. Bring the outdoors into your home by using plants as décor.
9. For the art lovers, display your favorite art pieces on the stair wall.
10. Arrange family pictures neatly along the stair wall without clutter.
11. Create a space for all your trophies and knick knacks on the stairwell.
12. Paint a mural on the stair walls to draw attention to that area.
13. Exploit all the storage you can get under the stairs by adding cabinets for clothes, pantry, or toys.
14. Expand your library storage under the stairs.
15. Fix a cozy reading nook under the stairs.
16. Embellish the rail for some shine using either golden or silver details.
17. Add wood paneling either on the stair wall or as balustrade.
18. Choose a decorative piece of rail over the common metallic paneled rails.
19. Install an inspiring wallpaper over the stair wall.
20. Add step lighting with a feature of motion sensors.
21. Install wall sconces or rail lights for some mood lighting.
22. Add a couple of bohemian wall hangings on the stair wall.
23. Write your affirmations or favorite quotes on the wall or steps.
24. Display an art project on the stair wall.
25. Paint the staircase walls and rails in your favorite color.
26. Use creative mirror design along the stair wall.
27. Carpeting the steps can look outdated unless done right by choosing patterns and color schemes that stand out on their own but also complements your home.
28. Add a small bench area on the landing for a cozy feel.
29. Display your best pottery collection on the base of the stairs or on a landing.
30. Experiment with different paint colors on different risers for an eclectic feel.
31. Use a dramatic chandelier as a statement piece for the area over the staircase.
32. Add texture and beauty to the walls by wainscoting it.
33. Install a spiral staircase especially for small spaces.
34. Store and display your wines under the stairs for a sophisticated look.
35. Add a window to open up the space and provide refreshing views.
36. Choose different patterns for the steps as you alternate between the treads and the risers.
Photo: Werner Straube
37. Consider installing concrete stairs for that minimalistic industrial style.
Photo: Maura Mcevoy
38. Install a wooden staircase for that cozy, rustic farmhouse decor.
Photo: Greg Schiedemann
39. A floating staircase gives your space a modern and elegant look.
Photo: J. Banks Design
40. Install a glass staircase for a futuristic aesthetic.
Photo: Isis Architecture
41. For the rails or balustrade, you can switch out the iron rails with thick ropes.
Photo: David A Land
42. Bring the outdoors into your home by using plants as decor.
Photo: Lisa Romerein
43. For the art lovers, display your favorite art pieces along the stair wall.
Photo: Kim Cornelison
44. Create a photo gallery wall along the staircase.
Photo: David Hillegas
45. Paint a mural on the stair walls to draw attention to that area.
Photo: Douglas Friedman
46. Exploit all the storage you can get under the stairs by adding cabinets for clothes, pantry, or toys.
Photo: Jim Franco
47. Expand your library storage under or along the stairs.
Photo: Annie Schlechter
48. Create a cozy reading nook under the stairs.
Photo: Robert Peterson
49. Embellish the rail for some using either golden or silver metallic details.
Photo: Werner Straube
50. Add wood paneling either on the stair wall or as balustrade.
Photo: Heather Peterson
51. Choose a decorative piece of rail instead of the common metallic paneled rails.
Photo: Werner Straube
52. Install an inspiring wallpaper over the stair wall.
Photo: Maggie Griffin
53. Install wall sconces or rail lights for some mood lighting.
Photo: Werner Straube
54. Use flowered wallpaper to decorate the risers.
Photo: Anthony Amos
55. Display an art project on the stair wall.
Photo: Sara Ligorria-Tramp
56. Paint the staircase walls and rails in your favorite color.
Photo: Leah Hartman
57. Choose a stair runner with patterns and color schemes that stand out on their own but also complements your home aesthetic.
Photo: Jonathan Mark Denby
58. Add a small bench area on the landing for a cozy feel.
Photo: Designcafe.com
59. Experiment with different paint colors on different risers for an eclectic feel.
Photo: Adam Albright
60. Use a dramatic lighting fixture as a statement piece for the area over the staircase.
Photo: Julie Anne Burch
61. Add texture and beauty to the walls by wainscoting it.
Photo: Helen Norman
62. Install a spiral staircase especially for small spaces.
Photo: James Merrell
63. Add a window to open up the space and provide refreshing views.
Photo: Designcafe.com