As an engineer, for almost any project, you will need to spend time thinking about the type of stairs that would suit your building best. So, let’s look at seven options for staircases – followed by some of the most popular choices of stair treads.
1. Straight Stairs
The straight staircase – ah, the good old reliable option! Straight staircases are your bread-and-butter stairs, running directly from one floor to the next without any turns or curves.
Their simplicity makes them a cinch to design and build, which can be kinder on your budget, too. If you've got a more straightforward architectural style or want to maximize ease of navigation in your space, straight stairs have got you covered.Plus, they are versatile; toss in an intermediate landin ...