Ladders have long ceased to be a common structure intended for the transition between rooms located at different levels. Thanks to the efforts of various constructors and designers, they have become a real interior decoration, which is sometimes the central element of its design.
It should be noted that not only its price, but also the corresponding atmosphere in the house depends on the chosen style of this design.
Views and styles
When it comes to talking about various design directions when creating stairs, you should immediately pay attention to a country like the United States. The fact is that it is there that you can find all the available styles of these structures that the first settlers brought with them (see also the article Interior stairs will make the house unique).
Moreover, in America, they began to be used even more than in their homeland, each year receiving various additions and improvements.
Separately, it is worth noting the fact that it was there that country-style staircases appeared, which symbolize the new national culture of the young country. That is why it is customary to consider the various designs of these structures from the point of view of American masters, who not only studied this issue in detail, but also made a clear distinction in this area.
Classic
- First of all, it should be noted that a staircase created in a classic style must correspond to the entire interior of the room, which means that its design must be exactly the same. Otherwise, a clear discrepancy will immediately catch the eye.
- This design is characterized by the use of natural materials, and especially expensive wood species.
- It also features a large number of threads, curved handrails and warm colors.
- This design may contain stylish inserts in the form of coats of arms, ornaments, or their combination.
- The cost of a staircase made in this style is quite high, but professionals consider it a worthwhile investment.
Advice! Such a design will suit people with high social status. It testifies to stability and reliability.
Modern
- This style appeared at the dawn of the twentieth century and combined various trends and materials.
- Typically, an Art Nouveau staircase is made of natural wood, and its railings are made of wrought metal. It should be noted that the steps themselves may have a broken or curved shape, but should not contain decorative elements.
- Railings in such structures are made in the form of various plants or elements of wildlife.
- In some countries, Art Nouveau staircases are made with railings that combine various curves of straight or broken lines. However, they are also made of wrought metal.
Advice! Currently, such a design is considered one of the most optimal, since it combines beauty and practicality, and may indicate the good taste of the owners of the house.
Art Deco
- This style is characterized by strict uniformity and consistency. It is characteristic, correct, but unusual forms, often reminiscent of ethnic elements.
- All items created in this direction are made exclusively from expensive materials, which include expensive types of wood, silver, crocodile leather, etc.
- Typically, an Art Deco staircase is made from several types of wood. It is decorated with various inserts and decorative balusters.
- Quite often, the construction marches are covered with expensive carpet or special material.
Advice! Nowadays, such a design is practically not used or is being modernized towards practicality.
Provence
Newbies in the art of design believe that a Provence-style staircase should be luxurious, have gilded decorations or be made of expensive natural stone. However, this opinion is erroneous.
The fact is that this direction reflects the beauty of the French hinterland, and does not show the luxury of Versailles:
- Such products are usually made from natural materials and painted in white or pastel colors.
- Separately, it is worth noting that Provence-style stairs are characterized by certain defects that are made artificially and are designed to give the appearance an element of antiquity and provincial negligence.
Advice! If this type of design is chosen, then the entire interior should be decorated in it. Otherwise, the design will look just disgusting.
Country
- This is another kind of provincial style that is directly related to the traditions of American culture in the states of Arizona and Texas.
- It is distinguished by simple shapes and colors, as well as elements that give the look of antiquity and wear.
- Typically, a country-style staircase has a look that is very similar to a cattle fence and carries the meaning associated with this branch of farming.
- For its manufacture, wood is used, which is painted in simple and calm colors, giving the appearance of wear and tear.
Advice! This design is fairly simple and inexpensive. It is very well suited for country houses or stylized rooms with an American bias.
High tech
- Modern high-tech staircases are made from a combination of glass, steel and concrete.
- They can have futuristic shapes and intricate designs.
- Quite often, such products are decorated with neon or diode lamps, as well as other elements of modern electronics.
- They are quite simple to make and do not need complex elements and decorations.
- At the same time, a high-tech staircase can be maintained in accordance with a different type of design, which involves the use of similar materials. However, professionals believe that if a decision is made to make just such a structure, then this direction should be adhered to in the interior of the room itself.
Advice! To implement such projects, it is necessary to have large areas and open space. Otherwise, such a design will look very gloomy.
English direction
This style exists only in the catalogs of some companies. It is also often used to describe strict shapes and robust designs. In fact, the staircase in the English style is very similar to the classical one, and practically does not differ from it.
Some experts argue that it was this version of execution that was taken as the basis for creating elements of the classics, as evidenced by the correct forms, the presence of carved decorations and the use of solid wood. However, many masters see in them only noticeable differences, which leads to such a division.
Scandinavian direction
- This direction involves the use of a combination of different materials.Usually metal and wood are chosen, but recently glass has been added.
- A standard Scandinavian-style staircase is distinguished by the fact that its steps look like ordinary slats, which are fixed on the rails.
- Also, the railings of such structures are made in such a way that the clearance between the posts is maximum. That is why many designers refer this direction to the field of minimalism.
- It is worth noting that making such a ladder with your own hands usually does not take much time and does not require a lot of materials.
- They look good in wooden houses or log cabins, and can also become a real decoration for a country cottage or summer cottage.
Advice! Such designs can be considered universal. They combine perfectly with other styles and look great in any interior.
Factory
This trend originated in the United States. Officially, it is called a loft, but many craftsmen give it more convenient names.
This design involves converting an industrial or factory building into a living room. At the same time, some elements of the old interior are preserved, including the stairs.
In fact, this design is an exact copy of factory or industrial products made of metal. Conventional railings and technical barriers are installed on it. At the same time, quite often they simply dismantle the finished structure, which is put in a new place.
Advice! Such stairs are very practical and reliable, but they have a very original appearance, which is rather difficult to combine with a simple interior. That is why these structures are used only when they are already in the building.
Chalet
- When creating these products, the installation instructions assume the use of dark woods with a complete absence of forged and metal elements.
- In some varieties, the use of braids is allowed.
- Chalet-style stairs are usually installed in the mountainous regions of the French hinterland. Therefore, their appearance is directly related to this nature and the animal world.
- They are well suited for hunting lodges, country cottages or stylized bars.
- The simplicity of their manufacture and low consumption of materials are often decisive in choosing this direction.
Advice! It must be remembered that at present the division into styles is conditional, since many designers combine various materials, not paying attention to generally accepted concepts, trying to create their own direction. Therefore, you should not put yourself in a frame, but choose the appearance of the structure that is most suitable for the interior of the room and at the same time is convenient for all family members.
