Got an HDB maisonette or thinking about snagging one? One feature that sets these rare housing types apart (they are no longer built since 1995) are those staircases. Not a common sight in homes in Singapore. If you are looking to up the take things up a notch, we’ve got ideas—think slides! lounging spaces!—that will take your home to a whole new level of cool.&nbsp;<h3>For plant parents:</h3>I'm really digging the idea of having a dedicated planter at the bottom of the staircase to bring in some life to the space. The whitewashed backdrop really makes those plants stand out. And those circular cut-outs for the pots? Genius!&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:1024/679;" src="https://d213h1b7vxzzl3.cloudfront.net/editor/eb86ec6b-c397-4dca-81fa-3cc9bec6146e-blob" width="1024" height="679"></figure><figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:819/1024;" src="https://d213h1b7vxzzl3.cloudfront.net/editor/b349e31c-7a1e-4bbc-a0ff-573e6bf06562-blob" width="819" height="1024"></figure><figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:819/1024;" src="https://d213h1b7vxzzl3.cloudfront.net/editor/7243cbd3-71ed-47b8-b655-5ca47bf1fcfa-blob" width="819" height="1024"></figure>Design: <a href="https://www.renonation.sg/professional/linear-space-concepts">Linear Space Concepts</a> &nbsp;For something a bit more zen and sublime, a Japanese rock garden is something consider. Not only will it remind you of all those trips to Japan, but it can add a sense of tranquility to your home and serve as a visual reminder to find beauty in simplicity.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:1024/682;" src="https://d213h1b7vxzzl3.cloudfront.net/editor/2017d176-83c6-499d-95b1-6b36ad27a235-blob" width="1024" height="682"></figure><figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:682/1024;" src="https://d213h1b7vxzzl3.cloudfront.net/editor/32653231-4a82-4dab-bce7-abeceb53957f-blob" width="682" height="1024"></figure>Design: Posh Home Interior Design<h3>For those with kids:</h3>You might want to consider turning part of the maisonette staircase into a mini playground, complete with slide and a little library nook to encourage reading. It could be a great way to steer the kids away from their screens for a bit!&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:1024/682;" src="https://d213h1b7vxzzl3.cloudfront.net/editor/efc33c45-6698-47df-ac02-7f71889c74c4-blob" width="1024" height="682"></figure><figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:819/1024;" src="https://d213h1b7vxzzl3.cloudfront.net/editor/32ac033d-78ae-44d6-8de5-c21726326dfc-blob" width="819" height="1024"></figure><figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:819/1024;" src="https://d213h1b7vxzzl3.cloudfront.net/editor/f946a822-661c-4214-86e0-345b295dfd67-blob" width="819" height="1024"></figure>Design: <a href="https://www.renonation.sg/professional/briey-interior">Briey Interior</a>&nbsp;Or just forget the library nook and convert it into a full playground.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:1440/960;" src="https://d213h1b7vxzzl3.cloudfront.net/editor/4496acad-9b02-4bbc-9959-4acf4ea74989-blob" width="1440" height="960"></figure>Design: <a href="https://www.renonation.sg/professional/the-interior-lab">The Interior Lab</a>&nbsp;You could totally channel Harry Potter vibes by turning the staircase storage into a cosy little hangout spot. They can chill in there for hours reading books or playing make-believe.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:1024/768;" src="https://d213h1b7vxzzl3.cloudfront.net/editor/15a2e452-b7f6-4046-90d2-df14e0eed425-blob" width="1024" height="768"></figure><figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:820/1024;" src="https://d213h1b7vxzzl3.cloudfront.net/editor/d8d76e40-996d-41f4-8338-c7494c14c277-blob" width="820" height="1024"></figure><figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:1024/1024;" src="https://d213h1b7vxzzl3.cloudfront.net/editor/06d92db8-5bc5-466c-92b7-de5c70fcf845-blob" width="1024" height="1024"></figure>Image credit: @houzitgoing&nbsp;<h3>For those who need even more space:</h3>Sure, your maisonette probably has a larger square footage than most HDBs in Singapore, but that doesn’t mean you should neglect proper storage! Convert a section of the staircase into a dry kitchen, complete with a pull-out pantry, built-in oven and even a wine fridge.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:733/1024;" src="https://d213h1b7vxzzl3.cloudfront.net/editor/ac0befb6-1b59-42b0-87bd-53c3a8e50bfe-blob" width="733" height="1024"></figure><figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:733/1024;" src="https://d213h1b7vxzzl3.cloudfront.net/editor/35d0511c-1321-4ebf-8f18-c50edd0714dc-blob" width="733" height="1024"></figure>Design: <a href="https://www.renonation.sg/professional/comfort-home-renovation">Comfort Home Interior</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;Another option is to use open cubby holes to show off your books or cool little trinkets. And bonus: you can make a bookshelf that swings out to secret storage. Feeling like you’re in the Chronicles of Narnia yet?&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:1024/683;" src="https://d213h1b7vxzzl3.cloudfront.net/editor/705127a9-97cf-4a2f-94b7-f3141d1c189d-blob" width="1024" height="683"></figure><figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:1024/683;" src="https://d213h1b7vxzzl3.cloudfront.net/editor/ce93d77b-96a6-4f0b-9dfa-edbcd44700a9-blob" width="1024" height="683"></figure>Design: <a href="https://www.renonation.sg/professional/createmake">Createmake</a>&nbsp;<h3>For the artsy folks:</h3>If you're looking to give your maisonette staircase a modern and artistic touch, consider covering it in plaster effect paint (super trendy nowadays) and adding fluid lines that create a dynamic, sculptural look that catches the eye.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:819/1024;" src="https://d213h1b7vxzzl3.cloudfront.net/editor/1fadaf22-a10d-4b72-9e0b-d5e0d37e844e-blob" width="819" height="1024"></figure><figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:820/1024;" src="https://d213h1b7vxzzl3.cloudfront.net/editor/cb056d0d-d623-439c-bafe-985c12a9f1b1-blob" width="820" height="1024"></figure><figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:1024/683;" src="https://d213h1b7vxzzl3.cloudfront.net/editor/398685ab-55b9-40db-b786-5f1dbd8ed13a-blob" width="1024" height="683"></figure>Design: <a href="https://www.renonation.sg/professional/ethereall">Ethereall</a>&nbsp;Get rid of those standard handrails and make them integrated with your staircase. Add some concealed LED light strips to light up the path as you go up.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:684/1024;" src="https://d213h1b7vxzzl3.cloudfront.net/editor/3b26b5cd-7ead-4ac5-aa84-c30680916714-blob" width="684" height="1024"></figure>Design: <a href="https://www.renonation.sg/professional/oblivion-lab">Oblivion Lab</a>&nbsp;<h3>For lounge lizards:</h3>Your maisonette staircase can be the perfect spot for a little bit of chillin' and lounging. Have one of the steps extend out as a long bench and you’ll have plenty of seating for relaxing on the weekends. Plus, it’s super useful for whenever you have a ton of guests over.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:1080/720;" src="https://d213h1b7vxzzl3.cloudfront.net/editor/f2c70204-246f-41a2-a1c3-4ac8606a584b-blob" width="1080" height="720"></figure><figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:1080/720;" src="https://d213h1b7vxzzl3.cloudfront.net/editor/92d0399f-35e9-49d6-952f-4e4e782f3b2a-blob" width="1080" height="720"></figure>Design: Right Angle Studio&nbsp;Install a landing platform, add some floor chairs and a low table, and suddenly your maisonette staircase transforms into a cosy spot reminiscent of a ryokan in Japan, perfect for those relaxing tea sessions (cute doggo not included).&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:1080/770;" src="https://d213h1b7vxzzl3.cloudfront.net/editor/6ef61c06-c2d5-4c1e-8948-d6a4986237b5-blob" width="1080" height="770"></figure>Design: <a href="https://www.renonation.sg/professional/ovon-design">Ovon Design</a>

These HDB Maisonette Staircases are More Than Just For Climbing

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