Description
?? Staircase to Utopia / Portal to Nowhere / Modern Art (Probably) ??
Ever wanted a staircase that boldly goes nowhere in particular, yet somehow everywhere? Look no further.
Up for grabs is this one-of-a-kind architectural statement piece, previously known as “a staircase” but now widely accepted as:
Stairway to Utopia Staircase to Enlightenment Corporate Art Installation Proof that someone signed off on this
? Features: Goes up. Comes down. Ends abruptly. Perfect for pondering life choices mid-step Stainless steel vibes with strong “IKEA met a philosopher” energy Ideal for lofts, galleries, offices, or confusing visitors Guaranteed conversation starter (“Why is that there?”)
?? Uses include: Modern art installation Instagram backdrop Team-building metaphor (“the journey matters, not the destination”) Training stairs for commitment issues Actual staircase for home or business (although boring)
?? Disclaimer: Does not lead to a second floor, rooftop bar, or enlightenment (results may vary). Buyer responsible for explaining it to guests, clients, or health & safety.
?? Condition: Used, slightly existential, structurally solid, emotionally confusing.
?? Reason for sale: We’ve accepted that not everything in life needs stairs, and it's surplus to requirements.
Height - 3.82m Step length from middle post - 1.03m Rail guard height - 1.04m Weight - Unknown but north of 500kgs
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Questions & Answers (5)
Hi there , can you please check what the height is from floor to bottom step? corogator (127 • 10:15 pm, Tue, 6 JanHi, the stairs are being stored off-site, but I did measure the base steps (seen in photos) which tags onto the bottom of the stairs and that is 50cm. hoosee (105 • Tuesday, 6 January 2026hi what material are they made from? Steel / aluminium? Do you know what the height is from bottom steep to top step? im trying to see if these would be suitable to access a shipping container roof that i want to build a look out on top of - thanks arekahana (607 • 3:21 pm, Thu, 8 JanIt’s made of steel and very well constructed. As to the height from bottom step to top, I don’t have that measurement sorry. Great idea for its use. hoosee (105 • Thursday, 8 January 2026Are the stairs stainless steel or only for indoor use ? dressmaker2 (42 • 5:36 pm, Thu, 8 JanThey’re chequer plate which I’m assuming are ok for outdoor use? hoosee (105 • Thursday, 8 January 2026Hey! Great description 😆 3.82m, is that from floor level to the top of the handrail at the top? What’s it made of? It’s functional yeah, not just decorative? And over 500kg - the place I’d want to put it is up some steep steps and I don’t think any of my friends would make themselves available that day - is it really that heavy and is it suitable for outdoor use? kakrada (265 • 6:27 pm, Thu, 8 JanThank you lol! 3.82m is from the base to the top of the middle post the stairs wrap around. Made of steel and functional. It was part of a gantry/mezzanine floor which we’ve dismantled. Are you friends with the entire All Black side? Because it won’t be carried up steep steps by mere mortals unfortunately. hoosee (105 • Thursday, 8 January 2026
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