Conquer tricky spaces with our tailored stair-railing systems! Explore compact designs, multi-functional builds, and code-compliant fixes for lofts, split-levels, and commercial projects.
Not every space is designed for stairsābut every staircase can be designed for your space. At Double Building, we specialize in solving architectural puzzles: cramped corners, soaring ceilings, heritage limitations, or commercial codes. Discover how our adaptive stair and railing systems turn constraints into captivating design opportunities.
- Tiny Homes & Micro-Lofts: Maximize Every Inch
Problem: Limited square footage needs vertical access without swallowing light or space.
Our Solutions:
Foldaway Alternating Tread Stairs:
Aerospace aluminum frame + rubberized treads
Unfolds in seconds, stows flush against the wall
Railings: Retractable safety bars with magnetic locks
“Bookshelf” Staircase:
Integrated storage cubbies in each rise
Railings: Slim vertical steel rods doubling as book dividers Real Case: Tokyo 22m² Studio ā Replaced a ladder with walnut-finish folding stairs, gaining 30% floor space.
- Split-Levels & Mezzanines: Seamless Flow, Bold Statements
Problem: Disconnected levels create visual chaos or obstruct sightlines.
Our Solutions:
Floating Platform Stairs:
Cantilevered concrete platforms anchored to central spine wall
Railings: Suspended glass panels with minimal clamps
Sculptural Switchback Design:
Angled steel stringers with integrated planter niches
Railings: Forged iron vines growing up the structure Real Case: Berlin Gallery Loft ā Unified split kitchen/lounge with a monolithic steel-and-oak staircase.
- Heritage & Renovation Projects: Respect History, Modernize Safely
Problem: Preserving character while meeting modern safety codes.
Our Solutions:
“Invisible” Reinforcement Kits:
Internal steel bracing for antique wooden stairs
Railings: Replicated cast-iron balusters with doubled density (4″ spacing)
Sympathetic Material Blends:
Reclaimed oak treads + matte black steel railings for farmhouses
Stone-effect composites for historic terraces Real Case: 1890s New Orleans Townhouse ā Strengthened spiral stairs + gas-lamp-inspired brass railings.
- Commercial & Public Spaces: Durability Meets Compliance
Problem: High-traffic demands, ADA/OSHA codes, and brand alignment.
Our Solutions:
Anti-Slip “Safety Stride” System:
Treads: Carborundum-embedded aluminum or textured terrazzo
Railings: Continuous 35″-high stainless steel with braille signage
Branded Statement Stairs:
Logo-etched glass risers or corporate-color anodized railings
Modular stairs for pop-up stores or event venues Real Case: London CafĆ© Chain ā ADA-compliant entrance stairs with custom latte-art laser-cut railings.
- Sloped Gardens & Terraces: Outdoor Vertical Adventures
Problem: Erosion, weather damage, and steep elevation changes.
Our Solutions:
Terrain-Hugging Timber Trails:
Pressure-treated ipe wood treads on helical screw piles
Railings: Corten steel with integrated bench cutouts
Modular Granite Step System:
Dry-laid stone blocks with hidden interlocking pins
Railings: Weather-resistant rope + stainless stanchions Real Case: Santorini Cliff Villa ā Zigzag stone stairs with rope railings blending into Aegean views.
The Double Building Advantage: Where Engineering Meets Art
Stairs shouldnāt fight your spaceāthey should enhance it. Whether taming a tiny attic or anchoring an urban plaza, our engineered systems blend innovation with impeccable craft. Because the best solutions arenāt just functional⦠theyāre unforgettable.
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