# DIY Plywood Staircases This DIY Staircase Project is Constructed from Plywood By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2016-09-07 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-staircase References: [architizer](http://architizer.com/blog/diy-plywood-spiral-staircase/) & [homemade-modern](http://www.homemade-modern.com/) Taking on a DIY staircase project might seem like a daunting task, but the HomeMade Modern blog is out to prove that it doesn't have to be as complicated as it seems. Recently, Ben Uyeda of HomeMade Modern put together a video for a '[DIY Spiral Staircase](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cobalt-coach-house) made with a [CNC](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soundlink-plus),' as well as a set of free CAD files that can be used to further simplify the process. For the project, [layers of furniture-grade plywood](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/join-collection) are used to create a dynamic sculpture that's also useful for vertical circulation within the home. Each step is made from a total of 12 layers of plywood, which can be easily cut from a CNC machine using the downloadable templates provided as part of the project. While the project is labor-intensive, it yields a pleasing result that will appeal to modern makers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 28% | Activity: 71% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **DIY Staircase Projects:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop user-friendly tools and resources to simplify the DIY staircase construction process. - **CNC Machine Usage in DIY Projects:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create affordable and accessible CNC machines for hobbyists and DIY enthusiasts to expand their creative possibilities. - **Furniture-grade Plywood as a Construction Material:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore sustainable and cost-effective alternatives to traditional construction materials for furniture and structural applications. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Home Improvement Retail:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce personalized online platforms that provide step-by-step guidance and recommendations for DIY staircase projects, attracting a wider customer base. - **DIY Tools and Equipment Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design and manufacture compact and affordable CNC machines specifically tailored for DIY projects, catering to the growing demand. - **Sustainable Building Materials:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative manufacturing techniques and eco-friendly materials that replicate the strength and versatility of furniture-grade plywood for broader applications in architecture and design. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Concrete Spiral Staircase Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cadenza.md) - [Sculptural Townhome Staircases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atelier-pierre-thibault-1.md) - [Timbered Passage Stair Extensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-annex.md) - [Bold Architectural Renovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flat-iron-house.md) - [Seamless Pet Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pawstairs.md) - [Artful Plywood Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bla-station.md) - [Interlocking Wooden Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-tie-stool.md) - [Beautified Plywood Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plybord.md) - [Remodelled Staircase-Centric Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cobalt-coach-house.md)