A Rooftop Garden in the City: One Square Meter Makes the Difference

Clouds drifting by. The gentle buzz of a bee. A book on your lap, a bottle of wine chilling nearby. A brief escape from the city—without ever leaving it.

For many people, a rooftop garden in the city is a dream. Not because the roof is missing, but because getting there is difficult. In compact urban homes, there is often simply no space for a traditional staircase. And a pull-down attic ladder? It’s steep, wobbly, and anything but inviting.

A Compact Solution for Urban Living

With the 1m²™ stair system from EeStairs, the roof becomes truly accessible. This custom-made metal spiral staircase requires just one square meter of space at both the top and bottom. Without major renovations and without losing living space, it creates a safe and comfortable connection to the outdoors.

The 1m²™ staircase is built strong and stable. The upper part of the handrail can be unscrewed, allowing the roof hatch to close completely when the staircase is not in use. The top step also aligns seamlessly with the roof, providing a comfortable and secure step onto the terrace. Thanks to its open design, the staircase remains light and airy, even in compact interiors.

These finishes and details can be fully customized using the online configurator.

Functional and Stylish

As you would expect from EeStairs, design is just as important as functionality. The 1m²™ staircase is available in hundreds of powder-coating colors and is fully custom-made. In this project, RAL 5014 was chosen—a soft blue shade that perfectly complements the sky and greenery.

A plant at the base of the staircase enhances the feeling that indoor and outdoor spaces flow seamlessly into each other.

More Living Space Above the City

The staircase can be installed in roughly two hours, after which the roof is transformed into a fully functional living space. A place to relax, gather, and enjoy greenery—right in the heart of the city.

Sometimes, a new way of living begins with something very small:
one square meter of space for a staircase.