Limited space for stairs. Staircase with a shorter first stringer

When there is limited space at the bottom of a staircase, the problem is rarely the width of the stairs or the door opening itself. More often, the limitation comes from the distance between the door and the adjacent wall. This space can be narrower than the floor opening, even when the upper part of the staircase has sufficient width.

If the first stringer follows a standard layout, the entrance to the staircase becomes tight or conflicts with the door. Instead of reducing the door width or narrowing the entire staircase, a different approach is used.

By shortening the first stringer and introducing a small winder step at the bottom, the staircase can be adapted to the existing layout. The usable width of the stairs is maintained where it matters most, while the entrance at floor level gains more space for comfortable movement.

This is not a compromise solution and it does not reduce ergonomic quality. It is a conscious design decision based on how the staircase is actually used in everyday life. The result is a staircase that works better in a confined space without compromising safety comfort or overall appearance.