Small spaces: How to take advantage of the stairs to have more storage space. The stairs can occupy a lot of space. But they can also create space. Often, the stairs offer an unknown potential. Under them can be installed small storage spaces that go far beyond the classics embedded cabinets. The stairs are not only there to guide residents from one plant to another, but they can also fulfill other functions. The steps can provide space for books or a place to sit, a sideboard or even an entire kitchen can hide under them. The stairs can look at unexpected places or create a visual enhancement with a striking color. They can convert two independent stays into one. And with the right railing, more light can enter the house.
It is true that they are often the Spacious roomssuch as the duplex or the Chaletsthose that have several plants and, therefore, stairs. But even mini -partments with high roofs usually have a second level on which the sleeping area is located. Here it is even more important to take advantage of every centimeter of the stairs.
There are different types of stairs, for example, blasting stairs, cantilever stairs or snail stairs. We have gathered ideas, solutions and inspiration on how you can make reasonable use of each type of ladder.
1. Staircases instead of wall cabinets
Studio Hoka has transformed an old Warsaw warehouse into an ingenious mini -department, paying special attention to the kitchen. Amsterdam architect Karolina Howorko worked with several folding solutions to create the maximum Storage space possible in the small department of 29 square meters. As the room has a four -meter roof height, it was possible to install a second level above the kitchen as a bedroom. The staircase that leads to him is especially well used. The kitchen storage space is hidden below: cabinets, drawers, the refrigerator and even a removable countertop are under the stairs. The surfaces of the cabinets are of a clean white, which makes the luminous department look larger.