A Floating Staircase That Anchors the Room
A custom floating staircase is often the centerpiece of a modern home. By removing bulky closed stringers and risers, a floating stair opens sightlines, lets light travel between floors, and turns a functional element into sculptural architecture.
Arc & Oak designs, engineers, and builds custom floating stairs for new builds and renovations. From a single steel mono stringer with thick oak treads to cantilevered stairs that appear to grow straight from the wall, every staircase is made to measure, structurally engineered, and finished to match your interior.
The Bench, Not the Factory
The Bench, Not the Factory
Engineered Down to Every Detail
Treads Built to Be Seen
Because floating stairs have no risers, the treads are on full display. We build them from materials chosen for beauty and durability.
Hardwood Treads
White oak, walnut, ash, and maple treads, milled thick and finished to show off natural grain.
Steel & Metal
Powder coated steel treads and plates for an industrial, minimalist, or fully modern aesthetic.
Glass Treads
Laminated safety glass treads that create a striking, light filled floating stair for bold interiors.
Stone & Concrete
Solid stone and cast concrete treads for weighty, contemporary staircases with real presence.
Wrapped & Clad
Treads clad to match existing flooring so the staircase reads as a seamless part of the home.
Composite
Durable engineered treads that balance a consistent look with long term performance.
Choose Your Tread Wood Species
The wood you choose sets the tone for the whole staircase. We mill floating stair treads from premium hardwoods, each finished to protect the surface and bring out its natural grain.
White Oak
Hard, stable, and highly wear resistant, the go to choice for open tread stairs.
Walnut
A luxurious dark hardwood with flowing grain for a bold, high end staircase.
Maple
Bright and contemporary with a smooth, uniform surface and excellent hardness.
Ash
Tough and shock resistant with a strong open grain and a modern, airy feel.
Rift Oak
Rift sawn for a consistent straight grain that suits clean, minimalist designs.
Hickory
One of the hardest domestic woods, ideal for high traffic treads with character.
Railing Options That Complete the Look
The railing defines how open and modern your staircase feels. We fabricate and install railings to match your design and meet code.
Glass Railings
Frameless and standoff mounted glass panels with a wood or metal cap rail for a nearly invisible barrier.
Cable Railings
Tensioned stainless cable runs that keep sightlines open while meeting spacing requirements.
Metal Picket
Vertical steel or aluminum pickets in custom profiles, powder coated in the color of your choice.
Wood Handrails
Sculpted hardwood handrails that tie the railing back to the treads and warm the whole stair.
Structurally Engineered, Code Compliant
Floating stairs remove visible supports, so the structure behind them matters more than ever. We engineer every staircase to carry real loads and to meet local building code, then coordinate permits and inspections.
From Concept to Installation
A clear, four-stage process that takes your stairs from first conversation to final install.
Design & Measure
We review your space and design a floating stair around your structure, style, and sightlines.
Engineer & Detail
Stringers and connections are engineered and detailed for permits, loads, and code.
Fabricate
Steel is welded and finished and treads are milled and sealed in our shop.
Install
We install the structure, treads, and railings cleanly and coordinate inspections.
Floating Stairs Across the Lower Mainland
We design, build, and install floating stairs for homeowners and builders throughout Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley.
Floating Stairs FAQ
Are floating stairs safe?
Yes. A properly engineered floating staircase is fully structural and code compliant. The supports are hidden, not absent, and every stair we build is engineered to carry required loads with code compliant railings and guards.