Toronto & GTA
Engineered luxury, structural precision, and modern design. Stamped by licensed Ontario P.Eng engineers and built to full OBC compliance.
ARCHITECTURAL PRECISION
Designed to maximize natural light and eliminate visual weight, our custom floating staircases feature concealed internal steel framing anchored directly into load-bearing wall studs. Finished with 3.5" to 4" solid White Oak, Walnut, or Maple treads, every build combines modern minimalism with complete structural stability.
Hidden Structural Steel Framing
Internal heavy-gauge structural steel welded and anchored for zero deflection.
Thick Solid Hardwood Treads
Custom-milled White Oak and Walnut with commercial anti-slip polyurethane finishes.
Maximum Light Flow
Open riser architecture enhances natural sunlight across multi-level layouts.
Full OBC Compliance
Stamped P.Eng structural calculations meeting Ontario Building Code 900 mm guard height and 100 mm child safety rules.
ARCHITECTURAL OVERVIEW
Floating stairs are designed around a simple architectural idea: the staircase should add light and volume to a home, not consume it. Across Toronto and the GTA, a custom floating staircase replaces the closed, boxed-in flight with an open, sculptural structure that connects floors visually as well as physically.
Spatially, the impact is immediate. Open risers and slim structural profiles let daylight pass from upper windows down into hallways, living rooms and finished basements, extending sightlines across the main floor instead of stopping at a stair wall.
Behind the minimal appearance is serious structural framing. Each floating stair is engineered with heavy-gauge steel anchored into reinforced wall backing or floor structure, with solid hardwood treads on laser-cut brackets — every build stamped by a licensed Ontario P.Eng to OBC Part 9.
Why homeowners, architects, and builders choose Floating for modern architectural projects.
Open-riser floating stair geometry lets daylight travel between floors instead of stopping at a solid stairwell wall. Hallways, basements and living areas feel measurably larger and brighter.
Every floating staircase is built around heavy-gauge structural steel that is welded, anchored and load-tested. Treads feel solid and silent underfoot — no bounce, no squeak, no perceptible deflection.
Choose solid White Oak, Walnut or Maple treads, powder-coated steel in matte black or architectural white, and frameless glass, cable or spindle guards. Everything is specified to match your flooring and millwork.
A custom floating staircase is a permanent architectural feature buyers notice immediately. Across the GTA luxury market, a sculptural feature stair lifts perceived home value well beyond its build cost.
Drawings are stamped by a licensed Ontario P.Eng and engineered to OBC Part 9 — 900 mm guard heights and 100 mm child-safety spacing. Your inspection passes the first time.
One team handles laser measurement, 3D modelling, shop fabrication and installation. Every floating stair is backed by our written craftsmanship warranty.
Custom staircase pricing across Toronto and the GTA is calculated from three variables: the materials you select, the structural engineering the design demands, and the site conditions we build around.
Get Exact EstimateEvery flight is laser-measured on site, modelled in 3D, and fabricated in our Toronto shop to ±1 mm tolerance using premium hardwoods, structural steel and certified tempered glass.
Engineering
Every cantilevered and floating stair system is custom engineered to surpass OBC live load requirements (minimum 1.9 kPa / 40 lbs/sq.ft). Includes internal heavy-gauge steel stringers and hidden wall mounting plates.
Designed in strict adherence to OBC Part 9 regulations: Maximum 200 mm riser height, minimum 255 mm tread depth, 900 mm interior guard height, and strict enforcement of the 100 mm (4") sphere safety rule.
Utilizing CAN/CGSB 12.1-2017 safety-certified 12 mm clear tempered glass or 13.52 mm SentryGlas laminated glass for frameless standoff systems, ensuring shatterproof structural safety.
Process
Laser measurement of the opening, then full 3D CAD drawings of every tread, stringer and guard.
Licensed Ontario P.Eng stamps the drawings and we prepare everything your municipality requires.
Steel is CNC-cut, welded and powder-coated in our shop while hardwood treads are milled to ±1 mm.
Protected install in 1–3 days, followed by a code and finish inspection walkthrough.
Why floating stairs
Dramatic floating illusion supported by concealed fasteners or structural glass, transforming your interior into a modern centerpiece.
Maximizes open floor space by eliminating heavy traditional risers and visible under-supports, ideal for compact or open-plan homes.
Open riser design permits unfiltered sunlight and ambient light to flow freely between room levels and basements.
Engineered for maximum load capacity using heavy-duty structural steel frames and thick, high-density hardwood treads.
Technical
Treads serve as the main horizontal stepping surface attached to hidden structural steel frames or wall-embedded plates. Available in custom thickness, wood species, and anti-slip finishes.
Investment
Every floating staircase is custom-engineered. Pricing varies based on room dimensions, wall structural prep, material selection, and mounting complexity.
Common questions
Custom stairs optimize space, match your unique architecture, and increase property value. An expert contractor ensures structural safety, P.Eng compliance, and seamless installation.
While standard stairs use mass-produced pre-cut lumber, custom floating stairs offer tailored dimensions, premium materials, and flexible layouts designed to last a lifetime.
Verify local Ontario Building Code (OBC) knowledge, structural engineering sign-offs, past portfolio projects, licensing, and insurance coverage.
Yes. Toronto Modern Stairs offers free detailed quotes based on tread material, staircase height, railing choices, and structural wall modifications.
Options include open stringers, floating treads, mono beam supports, custom wood species, stained finishes, and frameless glass railings.
Fabrication typically takes 3-5 weeks, followed by a precise 1 to 3-day on-site installation by our specialist team.
FAQ
Floating and cantilevered stairs need a load-bearing wall or a steel-reinforced stud pocket. We supply embedded steel plates or a concealed spine that ties into framing before drywall, all sized by our P.Eng to exceed the 1.9 kPa live load requirement.
Yes. We use CAN/CGSB 12.1-2017 certified 12 mm tempered or 13.52 mm SentryGlas laminated panels, mounted at a 900 mm interior guard height with hardware tested for the required lateral load, and supply stamped drawings for permit review.
Most custom mono-stringer flights land between $18,000 and $35,000 installed; floating and cantilevered systems with frameless glass typically run $28,000 to $60,000+ depending on span, species and railing. We quote firm pricing after the site measure.
Plan on 6–10 weeks: about one week for CAD and engineering sign-off, 4–6 weeks for fabrication and finishing, then 1–3 days on site for installation and final inspection.
Mono Stringer Stairs
A single centre steel spine carrying every tread.
View styleCantilevered Stairs
Treads anchored into the wall with zero visible support.
View styleWaterfall Stairs
Continuous grain flowing from tread to riser.
View styleGlass Railings
Frameless tempered glass guards and handrails.
View styleOpen Stringer Stairs
Notched stringers with exposed tread ends.
View styleSide Stringer Stairs
A single side beam with clean, uninterrupted lines.
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