The quarter-turn staircase is used very frequently in new buildings, as its angled shape means it can be placed in an entrance hall or along a corridor: the quarter-turn staircase is a great classic in our homes. But like all staircases, it has one drawback: the space underneath is often difficult to use!

Under stair design with the DessineTonMeuble configurator

So we've taken a look at the issue, and here are some general suggestions that may inspire you to create your own made-to-measure design with our configurator. Click here to go directly to the configurator with the different possibilities. In our catalogue they have been grouped together under the name "Isabelle Series", a series of pieces of furniture all designed to be placed in a similar volume under a staircase.

Under-stair frameless shelf

The first option, the most basic and therefore the most economical, is the under-stair shelf. No frills, just follow the slope of the staircase and organise the storage space as best you can. This example has no plinth or ceiling, but for an impeccable finish we've chosen to close off the 'quarter turn' part of the staircase, by increasing the size of the last upright of the shelf (on the right of the image). (Tip for the technophiles: in the configurator the last upright is given a negative setback value, which has the effect of widening it - but an advisor will be able to do this for you, fortunately! )

With this configuration, for a very reasonable budget (just over €700 for our 45cm deep example - all the prices shown on our website include delivery to mainland France and taxes, i.e. eco-participation), you get appreciable storage space, perfectly adapted to the volume, and which will enhance your interior.Access the configurator for this shelf...

Complete under stair shelf

Another variant, another finish: to take things a step further, we can make a "complete" shelf, i.e. with a base, top and back. In particular, the presence of the base means that the shelf can be positioned at the level of the staircase stringer, without needing to be glued to the wall, which can be aesthetically interesting. Of course, in this case the space behind the unit is lost, so it's a compromise choice.

For this model, with the same dimensions as the previous one, the budget this time is just under €900 inc VAT. The finish is more complete, the underside of the steps is no longer visible, and the whole unit sits on a base (which hides height-adjustable feet for perfect adjustment).

Configuring this model...