Glass Staircases

At First Step Designs, we bring together inspired design, millimetre-perfect engineering, and high-end materials to craft bespoke glass stairs that transform interior spaces.

From refurbishing dated stairs with precision-fitted glass balustrades to ultra-modern new-build designs that demand striking sightlines, reach out to First Step Designs for glass staircase designs that enhance lightness, flow, and movement.

Frameless glass staircases
Frameless glass balustrades offer maximum light flow and uninterrupted sightlines. Our frameless configurations feature 12mm toughened glass (when including a handrail) or 17.5mm toughened laminated glass for true minimalist designs. 

‍Note: Structural frameless glass staircases have weight and load requirements that only make them suitable for new-build projects.‍

‍Floating stairs with glass balustrades
‍The ultimate architectural combination and the height of staircase ambition, this configuration creates powerful focal points; however, also demand immense engineering precision. 

‍Timber and glass stairs
‍Beautifully finished timber and glass balustrade stairs bring warmth and comfort to any home. We craft bespoke designs using oak, walnut, or beech treads, pairing them with ultra-clear low iron glass for sharp contrast, or introduce grey or bronze tints to soften the look or achieve the desired ambience. 

Glass stairs with lights
‍When combined with either undertread or recessed wall lighting, glass balustrade stairs can create a beautiful ambience at night-time while also illuminating the home in a soft glow and making the stairs safer to use. Adding glass balustrades and lighting is a popular upgrade option, especially for older, full-timber staircases.

Glass staircases are never just glass—they’re compositions of glass, steel, timber, stone, tile, microconcrete, or more, with each material performing a specific role.

At First Step Designs, we understand how each material behaves and interacts with the broader structure over the span of decades, even with heavy regular use. We’re proud to deliver glass stairs covered by industry-leading performance and durability guarantees and see them as a testament to our engineering standards and manufacturing precision. 

We don’t craft decorative glass stairs, we build architectural features designed to last.

Updating or reinventing your home?
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Glass stairs remain one of the most searched-for staircase styles across the UK, and for good reason.

They offer

• Enhanced natural light flow
• Clear sightlines through living spaces
• A feeling of openness and movement
• Versatility in design, complementing both traditional and modern homes

Every last staircase we deliver is bespoke; uniquely designed around our clients’ architectural requirements and personal preferences. No prefabrication, no modular components, no catalogues. Always inspired design. 

Whether looking to breathe new life into tired stairs or building your dream home from the ground up, reach out to First Step Designs for unique glass stairs that don’t compromise on structure, clarity, or craftsmanship.