# Hybrid Staircase Shelves This Staircase Shelf Look Stylish While Also Combining Necessities By Michael Baxter | Published 2014-03-19 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/staircase-shelf References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2014/03/17/Stairs-Shelves-A-Cupboard-and-A-Desk-All-In-One/) & [justhaasnoot.nl](http://www.justhaasnoot.nl/) This [staircase shelf](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-annex) may look a bit strange and that's because it is -- in one of the most inventive ways possible. Having a big staircase no longer has to take up all the space in your home as this staircase combines your shelf within its steps. Not every home has the space to house a grandiose staircase, no matter how much the owner may want one. For those who do want to take the plunge to have an elegant and flowing staircase though, this one by Mieke Meijer will help save some space by combining a [shelving unit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shelving-unit-01). This staircase has a [variety of different shelves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shelf-life) all housed within the steps, so for people using different types of shelves for different things, they can get it all done with relative ease. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 66% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Hybrid Staircase Shelves:** Combining necessary structures to save space in homes. - **Multi-functional Staircases:** Integrating different features into staircases to maximize space and function. - **Innovative Home Storage Solutions:** Developing unconventional storage designs for small living spaces. ### Who This Affects Most - **Furniture Design:** Opportunity for furniture designers to develop multi-functional pieces for small spaces. - **Interior Design:** Creating custom storage solutions in homes with limited space. - **Architecture:** Designing innovative structures that maximize space in small living spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Reimagined Traditional Library Ladders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/step-by-step-ladder.md) - [Sculptural Bookshelves Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptural-bookshelf.md) - [Abstract Jigsaw-Like Shelving](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spectator-shelf.md) - [Bold Architectural Renovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flat-iron-house.md) - [Book-Storing Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bookgroove-bookrack.md) - [L-Shaped Stacked Shelving](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loft-shelf.md) - [Modular Configuration Shelving Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/repisa-01.md) - [Work-Life Balance Shelving Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/criteria-shelf.md) - [Dutch Barn Spiralled Staircase](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/julia-van-beuningen.md)