# Chunky Lumber Stairs The Wooden Block Staircase is an Architectural Paradox of Bulk and Lightness By Amelia Roblin | Published 2013-11-09 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-block-staircase References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2013/11/07/spiral-staircase-chunky-wooden-blocks-qc/) & [q-c.be](http://www.q-c.be/) On the one hand, this wooden block staircase bears this sense of near weightlessness, thanks to its apparently supportless assembly. On the other hand, you can tell that you're looking at thick and solid lumber beams that must undoubtedly be quite heavy. QC of Rzeszów, Poland, devised this bold architectural feature for a split-level apartment under renovations. Tucked into a nook in the center of the home, the spiral staircase has walls on three sides and only relies on them for bracing at a few points on the way up. The bulky sections of spruce timber have been stacked and glued and reinforced with a metal rod up the middle. This wooden block staircase commands attention in the core of this dwelling with its surprising construction and organic details. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 54% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## 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 - **Lightweight Construction:** Developing construction methods that combine lightweight materials and innovative supports can create new architectural possibilities. - **Minimalist Design:** Exploring minimalistic concepts in architecture allows for the creation of visually striking and unconventional structures. - **Organic Elements:** Integrating natural materials and organic shapes into architectural designs can add a unique and immersive aesthetic to living spaces. ### Who This Affects Most - **Construction:** The construction industry can benefit from adopting innovative techniques and materials to create more efficient and visually appealing structures. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can incorporate unconventional architectural features into their projects to create captivating and distinctive living spaces. - **Furniture Manufacturing:** Furniture manufacturers can draw inspiration from the organic details of the chunky lumber staircase to create unique and eye-catching furniture pieces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bold Architectural Renovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flat-iron-house.md) - [Concrete Spiral Staircase Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cadenza.md) - [Dutch Barn Spiralled Staircase](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/julia-van-beuningen.md) - [Sculptural Townhome Staircases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atelier-pierre-thibault-1.md) - [Dynamic Bookend Lighting Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stair-table.md) - [Mass-Timber Apartment Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wood-up.md) - [Elevated Leisure Habitats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elevated-leisure-habitat.md) - [Wood-Framed Housing Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/common-woods.md) - [Staggered Floor Modern Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-of-seven-floors.md)