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The space available under the stairs can be decorated with elements and even furniture, in order to ensure its maximum use and make the environment even more charming. With the popularization of properties with increasingly smaller dimensions, it is important to take a good planning and use this area that is often empty and without function.better use of this area, it is worth doing a study to understand the best functionality that this corner can bring to the home.
Although the straight staircase model has more space to be used, most models can receive furniture or items that transform the look of the room, regardless of height or width, and can receive elements such as customized shelves, an internal garden, or even form new rooms.
Functionality and beauty should guide the architectural projects, without forgetting, of course, a decoration that is harmonized with the rest of the environment and that can reflect the personality and personal tastes of the residents. Need inspiration for decorating the space under your stairs? Then check out this selection of beautiful projects and choose your favorite:
1. for those who have space to spare
If space is not your concern, a good solution is to place antique furniture full of personality in this area.
Bring nature into your home
Since the zig-zag staircase has a hollow design, there is nothing better than adding a beautiful indoor garden below it, allowing it to be seen on the second floor as well, and resulting in a beautiful contrast of green and wood.
3. a bookcase with secret compartments
Ideal for those who want to make the most of space, this bookcase in custom woodwork has retractable shelves, like drawers, making it a good option for storing items such as food, tableware, and decorative objects that should not always be exposed.
4. option for high stairs
Since the height of the ladder is higher than normal, the space left below it allows for almost full use of every corner. Here the customized furniture was designed to accommodate the wine bottles, making it a stylish wine cellar.
5. position any kind of furniture
In this space it is allowed to add furniture of any shape or size, as long as it fits perfectly in the area. A beautiful example is this room, where a record player and even a bookcase were positioned below the stairs.
6. play with contrasts
The effect caused by the contrast becomes even more beautiful when the area gets a beautiful dresser in classic style and a table that mixes glass and wood.
7. helping to separate environments
If the ladder is positioned in the middle of two environments, it is possible to add elements that help divide the spaces. In this example, the bar cart and a basket in natural weave fulfill this role well, harmonizing with the decoration style of the environment.
8. beauty and refinement corner
Just below the staircase, a custom design brings together the bar and the imposing crystal rack through lots of wood. Using features such as glass and recessed lighting, this space ensures added luxury and beauty to the dining room.
9. corner of peace and tranquility
With a stairway at a considerable height, the corner below it has gained an important function: to promote relaxation for its residents. With a mattress, cushions, and even a blanket, this nook is accompanied by large flat vases and differentiated lighting.
10. the spiral model can also be decorated
Despite having less space than other models, the spiral staircase also has areas that can receive decorative items, as in this project, where it was decorated with a lantern and a large vase of flowers.
11. recessed lighting as a differential
Here the mix of wood and glass makes it look even more beautiful, and the recessed lighting gives the cabinet even more emphasis.
12. adding more personality to the place
One of the great advantages of using custom cabinetry to fill this space is that you can play with shapes and materials, adding more personality to the area. These unusually shaped cabinets are a great example of this practice.
13. bringing functionality to the wall
Since the height of the ladder allows the wall to be used almost completely, the wall gained as much functionality as the others by adding a piece of furniture that fits perfectly into this negative space.
14. taking advantage of small spaces
Some ladders use a larger support base, as in this case, where the space underneath the ladder has been filled in for more support. Seeking to take advantage of the cut present in the design, decorative objects fulfill their role well.
15. contemporary design items, full of beauty
Seeking to add a bit of color on the white wall, the idea in this space was to position a dark wood table with books and an abstract sculpture on its surface. Above, paintings of various styles and colors complement the visual, creating a stylish composition.
16. filling in the space with style
For this area, a beautiful piece of dark wood furniture was made, contrasting beautifully with the lighter tone used on the floor. Here, besides filling the space below the staircase, it ends with a shelf that goes from the floor to the ceiling, decorating the room.
17. if not below, how about in front?
If the available space in the space below the stairs is not enough to accommodate that piece of furniture or decorative object, a good solution is to position it slightly in front of this area. This way the environment will gain new air, without hindering the function of the stairs.
18. try to follow the style of the environment
An important tip for not weighing down the look of the environment is to know the decoration style that prevails in it and choose elements that follow the same idea. Here, a beautiful example is the use of this antique mallet as a bar cart, accompanied by cork holders.
19. a new room, charming
Although the rest of the room remains empty, it was exactly the free space below the staircase that was chosen to accommodate a comfortable rocking chair and the old musical instrument. Ideal for moments of leisure and relaxation, with a lot of style, of course.
20. and why not a kitchen?
With the reduced space of the property, the solution found was to add the kitchen furniture in this empty space. With the correct planning, it was possible to insert ground and even aerial cabinets in the place. The tallest, in a vibrant tone, to bring joy to the room.
21. how about a dining table?
Another example in which the staircase is positioned in the middle of the residence. In this case, the integrated space corresponds to the living room and kitchen.
22. crafted wood for a more rustic look
In an environment where wood rules, its model worked in natural tones and drawings makes the look even more interesting. It is used both on the floor, with a more grayish tone, and in the customization of the wine cellar under the stairs.
23. a piano and a painting
If there is no negative space, a good idea is to add decorative items and furniture just in front of the stairs. Here the grand piano and the painting next to the white wall give a sophisticated air, without hindering the residents' traffic in this area.
Reserved place for books and magazines
One of the most common options for using the space under the stairs is to implement a bookshelf planned to accommodate books and magazines, especially if it is present in the living room. This room is a nice example, where the sofa was positioned right next to it.
25. for nature lovers
Another common option to fill this space often left aside is to add a winter garden in this area, using potted plants or even the soil itself, this item allows beautiful productions and guarantees space reserved for nature, a green corner at home.
26. making a difference with little
This is another environment that elected the spiral staircase to connect the environments at different levels. As the available space is restricted, two vases containing dry branches were added to the area, ensuring integration with the nature seen in the background.
27. a home office under the stairs
As the available space under the stairs was ample, besides receiving a large bookcase to accommodate books and collection items of the residents, it still had space reserved for the desk and work chair at the bottom. More functional, impossible.
28. making the most of the stairs
Even with reduced space, the lower part of the staircase received a winter garden, with a coconut tree planted. Its side also received a metal pole, ideal to support the suspended TV, facilitating the viewing and direction of the electro.
See_also: 20 cute ideas of E.V.A. Santa Claus to decorate your Christmas29. with a multifunctional piece of furniture
Another example of the advantage of choosing planned furniture, this bookcase, in addition to completely filling the empty space under the stairs, also has various functions, such as accommodating wine cellars and decorative objects.
Can you imagine this item under the stairs?
Although it may cause some strangeness, placing a pool under the stairs is a good option for it to be inside the residence. With the right planning, the pool can be made with a specific shape to ensure a better use of the area.
See_also: 40 models of small sofas for your living room31 What about a work of art?
If the space is small, as in the case of this marble staircase, the ideal is to choose only one decorative object to fill the area, so as not to overwhelm the look of the room. Here the black sculpture is the ideal size for the available space.
32. nature inside and outside the home
At the bottom of the large "C" shaped staircase it is possible to see part of the garden, thanks to the large strategically placed glass window. Looking for a way to bring nature into the house as well, the beautiful vase positioned below the staircase fulfills the function well.
33. different shades for a differentiated look
With the stairway in dark caramel wood and the walls around it in a dark blue tone, the corner below it got two pieces of furniture in varying styles and colors. While one has only white doors, the second, in dark wood, has shelves to help organize the room.
34. using the same material as the ladder
While the upper part of the ladder was made of wood, its final part was made of a different material in gray tone, the same seen in the bottom piece of furniture, acting as a bookcase and accommodating the decorative items in style.
35. special place for TV
As the ladder was positioned on the side wall of the TV room, there is nothing better than to make use of its lower space to elaborate a personalized and stylish piece of furniture, with differentiated shelves for decorative items and space reserved for the TV panel.
36. in the same tone as the stairs
If you want a piece of furniture that doesn't draw too much attention, a good bet is to choose the same shade used for the steps of the ladder to make your bookcase. Here the color chosen was white, and only the elements arranged on it gain visibility.
37. vases on the spiral staircase
Forming a kind of winter garden, the pots with ample foliage were positioned at the foot of the stairs, decorating the area without hindering traffic. A good tip is to vary the chosen species, making the corner even more beautiful.
38. not below, beside
Since this spiral staircase was implemented in the middle of the room, the solution was to position the glass table and the beautiful abstract stone sculpture right next to it, harmonizing with the marble chosen to cover the steps and the floor in the area.
39. how about a shoe rack?
Following one of the most traditional customs of Japanese culture, the residents of this residence chose not to use the same footwear used outdoors inside the residence, and therefore created a special place for slippers and slippers.
40. a presence armchair
Keeping the atmosphere of a cozy environment, right at the end of the stairs the floor was covered with a comfortable carpet. On the level below, at the bottom, it is possible to see a mirrored piece of furniture with a vase on its surface. To complete the comfort, an armchair full of pomp and style.
41. sculptures and lounger
With ample space under the stairs, this environment received a decoration that unites style and comfort for this specific space. With two sculptures of elephants of different sizes, it also has a comfortable lounge chair for moments of relaxation.
42: A charming indoor garden
For this indoor garden with options planted directly in the ground, the space for them was delimited with the help of a small eaves. As just below the stairs there is a large window to the outdoor garden, the green ends up predominating the environment.
43 Integrating the home office
Another example that took advantage of the space below the stairs to create a winter garden with a great variety of species. Here, besides beautifying the environment, it creates contrasts and brings more tranquility to the space destined to work and study.
44. conversations and meals corner
In an environment with a rustic style, there is nothing better than betting on natural weave furniture for an even more beautiful look. And it is exactly this type of dining set that the area under the stairs received, providing moments of interaction and meals with style.
45 A simple but stylish bar
Here, the room below the staircase was given a custom-made piece of furniture in a reduced size to house the drinks and glasses for tasting them. Using a mix of materials such as glass, metal, and wood, the stools in black provide even more emphasis to the space.
46. beautiful mix of wood and natural green
For this area, a winter garden was created in the background, with large, lush green foliage, contrasting harmoniously with the excess wood seen in the room. The animal sculpture and the paintings hanging on the wall complement the look.
47. furniture with various materials, colors and functions
Installed so that there is no free space under the stairs, this beautiful shelf mixes the color white with the dark shade of gray, creating contrasts and highlighting even more the decorative elements arranged on the furniture.
See more projects to choose the ideal one for your home
Still unsure which design fits the space available under the stairs in your home? Then check out some more options, identify what type of stairs and functionality you want for this space, and get inspired:
48. a mini bar and corner for the orchid vase
49. three beautiful vases, on three different levels
50. winter garden on one side, a drawing room on the other
51. two chairs on a comfortable rug
52. the table's distinctive design draws attention
53 A luminotechnical project makes the environment more enchanting
54. the hanging cabinet is a good option for a minimalist decoration
5. room for a sideboard and even a sofa
56: A stylish bookcase for this corner
57. the kitchen extends into this space
58. a nice bar, even with a wine cellar
59. nature under and in the middle of the stairs
60. lots of wood for the cellar partitions
61. vases of various sizes and shapes accompanied by rustic lanterns
62. taking advantage of any available footage
63 The furniture with an unusual look was the highlight of this space
64 Place reserved for the items of the personal collection of the resident
65. and why not a sofa?
66. a small lake helps to relax
67. how about a pond with carp?
68. the countless bottles of wine have their reserved space
69. here the winter garden surrounds the staircase
70. with the continuation of the living room
71 Special place for family photos above the stairs and below a collection of picture frames
72. with various shelves and niches
73. with a support intended to assist the transit of the pet
74. the wooden cellar is a favorite for this corner
75. the glass cabinet is positioned in this area
76 For lovers of minimalism, only one chair
77. winter garden with white pots
78. a corner reserved for concentration
79 How about a colored corner?
80 For an even more beautiful look, Venetian mirror
81 Vibrant yellow sideboard to brighten up the environment
82. using the steps themselves to decorate
83 - Sideboard that doubles as a mini bar
84. luxurious winter garden with white stones
85. old suitcases make the environment even more charming
86 Cabinet with drawers of various shapes and sizes
87. wallpaper and LED strips for a breathtaking look
88. wooden sculptures to harmonize with the decoration
89. red, black and white for a contemporary style
90. wood panel and large cabinet with drawers
91. lots of greenery and ample foliage
92. two-tone wood and glass shelves
93. highlight for the differentiated wood cutouts
94. nook for conversation and interaction, with lots of comfort
95. make the best use of the space under the stairs
Whether you have limited space or have room to spare, you can take advantage of the area under the stairs in various ways, using custom or factory-designed furniture, or even adding a bit of nature to the home, the important thing is to take advantage of this corner and make the decor of your home even more interesting.space behind the sofa.
