Steve Atterbury

Kent, UK

I’m Steve, a staircase specialist who loves solving design challenges. When I’m not working, I’m running, spending time with my son, or navigating life’s ongoing balancing act.

Diagram of staircase pitch, rise, and going, showing a 42-degree maximum pitch angle for UK building regulations compliance.

20 Jan 2025 Home

Your Essential Guide to UK Staircase Regulations

Staircases are essential features of any home. Our guide explains UK regulations, including rise, going, pitch, and handrails, to ensure safety and style. Explore practical tips and bespoke solutions for compliant staircase designs with Axton’s Staircases.

Constructed staircase with a new landing structure in progress, connecting an older home to a modern extension in Sidcup

20 Jan 2025 Projects

Seamlessly Blending Old and New in Staircase Alterations - Sidcup

Discover how Axton’s Staircases transformed a Sidcup home by seamlessly blending old and new. This bespoke staircase renovation tackled the challenges of an older property while connecting it to a modern extension, creating a stylish and practical design that preserves character and space.

Collage of staircase renovations with wood cladding, glass balustrades, and modern finishes.

15 Jan 2025 Home

Breathe New Life into Your Home with a Staircase Makeover

Update your staircase without major works! Learn about cladding, lighting, and custom designs for a stunning transformation in your home.

A modern oak staircase with black metal spindles, partially installed in a room mid-renovation.

12 Jan 2025 Projects

Modern Oak Staircase Transformation – Kent

Transform your home with Axton’s Staircases. See how we redesigned a steep wooden staircase into a beautiful oak feature with a modern, functional twist.

An oak staircase viewed from the top, with oak spindles and a grey carpet leading down to a wooden floor.

09 Jan 2025 Home

Top 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Designing a New Staircase

Designing a staircase is an exciting project, but it takes careful planning. From building regulations to space requirements, here are the top five mistakes to avoid and how to create a staircase that’s safe, stylish, and perfectly suited to your home.