- Jul 17, 2024
Modern Railing Design Ideas for Staircases
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A railing for stairs is a safety feature, of course—but if you’re here reading this, you’re aware it’s also an opportunity to showcase personal style. Staircases provide a passageway between floors and make an aesthetic statement in the process.
What is the Trend for Stair Railings Right Now?
Just like other elements of interior design, modern staircase railings are impacted by trends, and this year, we’re seeing sleek, contemporary railing options on the market, alongside bold, dramatic stair baluster designs.
The Top 10 Trends
- Think Vertically
- Go Frameless
- Fresh Sophistication in White
- Classic With a Twist
- Dramatic Shapes
- Mixed Materials
- Not-So-Heavy Metal
- Geometric and Gorgeous
- Crisp Cables
- Keep it Simple, Yet Bold
From geometric steel tube balusters to black stainless cable posts, Bezdan offers a world of choice when it comes to new railing trends. But before you’re ready to start shopping for the perfect railing components for your project, how about a little inspiration? Read on to see the modern staircase railings bringing today’s trends to life.
The Trend: Think Vertically
Photo Source: Gensler
At Conde Nast’s new headquarters, this vertical cable stair railing inspires. Here, black oxide cables are strung in tight succession, reaching right to the ceiling and secured with black cable fittings. It’s a bold application, we think, as well as a cool experience for those moving through the space.
The Trend: Go Frameless
Photo Source: @group2arch
Instead of framing a glass panel on every side, Group 2 Architecture opted to keep a simple and modern look using glass standoffs and square cap rail on top, for this recent institutional project. It creates an open and expansive feel while embracing a highly minimalist look.
The Trend: Fresh Sophistication in White
Photo Source: @ArchDigtest
This Brooklyn home featured in Architectural Digest captivates with a staircase railing that blends a natural, curving wood handrail with sleek, minimalist, white spindles for a look that’s simple yet elegant.
The Trend: Classic With a Twist
Photo Source: Bezdan
Even in a more traditional home, a staircase railing is a chance to have some fun. Bringing in a surprising geometric steel tube baluster into an otherwise classic environment still feels appropriate—black and white never go out of style, right?—but keeps the vibe fresh and modern.
The Trend: Dramatic Shapes
Photo Source: @delightfulll
The swerving shape of this staircase railing, featured on Delightfulll’s Instagram, is only enhanced using a dramatic geometric shaped spindle. The contrast of the crisp, linear shapes along the curvaceous banister creates a striking aesthetic.
The Trend: Mixed Materials
Photo Source: Bezdan
Super slim and unobtrusive mounting hardware make modern glass railings practically invisible on this wood staircase. Here, the Bezdan Stainless crossbar is paired with minimalist standoffs and a barely-there u-channel. This mix of materials is a great option to achieve an industrial-inspired or hyper-contemporary look.
The Trend: Not-So-Heavy Metal
Photo Source: @ ArchDigest
Metal is sometimes thought of as a weighty, masculine element in a home, but this sleek steel design uses modern stair spindles in a way that looks a bit more delicate. It’s not just the thin profile of the components here that make this application shine—a stainless steel spindle adds a touch of elegance.
The Trend: Geometric and Gorgeous
Photo Source: Bezdan
With so many eclectic designs available on the market now, there’s no need to stick to purely linear designs. Pair a standard, sturdy banister with a spindle that brings some personality, like one of Bezdan’s geometric options. The quarter-turn staircase makes particularly lovely use of the TimeLine® V-shaped tube baluster, pairing a satin-black option with a handsome wood handrail and steps.
The Trend: Crisp Cables
Photo Source: Bezdan
There’s something so satisfying about this minimalist cable stair railing, isn’t there? All the cables are strung taut, keeping homeowners and guests safe without obstructing light or sightlines. This particular design uses pre-drilled fascia mount posts and brackets, through-post fittings, square tube and sleek fittings.
The Trend: Keep it Simple, Yet Bold
It doesn’t get simpler and more sophisticated than this: glass railing panels mounted with black stainless steel standoffs for a bold statement. A modern staircase like this is a great trend to embrace especially for small spaces or spaces where natural light is limited.
Modernize Your Staircase with Bezdan Products
Whether you’re in the market for a residential glass stair railing or a cable railing for a commercial property, our comprehensive range of stylish railing solutions combine aesthetics with functionality. Many of our products undergo testing and are backed by detailed engineering reports, ensuring reliability and adherence to safety standards—plus, our high-quality finishes are consistent and durable, crafted to deliver exceptional results that withstand the test of time.
That’s A Wrap
There you have it: 10 modern railing design ideas that showcase some of what we see trending in the world of banisters and railings today. Feeling inspired? Explore Bezdan’s full range of customizable, products and find everything you need for your next design project.
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