Build wall in inverted L-angle, stair step

[da23van]

Hello!

We have a small space on our upper floor that we need to turn into a small room. There's a window overlooking the stairs, which leads to my question: is it possible to build a wall at an angle, like an inverted L or in a step shape? Maybe it requires cross braces? I'm attaching pictures and hope it becomes clear. This is to incorporate the window into the room without affecting the overhang on the stairs. The window protrudes about 40 cm from the stair railing.



Terrible pictures, but maybe someone understands what I'm asking. I know nothing at all, but constructive criticism is appreciated.

 

[Fredrik99]

Everything goes! However, I would consider whether it's possible to place the angle in the wall above the stairs a bit lower. Perhaps so that it becomes at the height of a small bench next to/under the window instead of now at the height of the railing/windowsill. It naturally depends a bit on how much height you have in the stairs. Perhaps also consider if a door with a bit of glass or a transom can let through some light. It might feel quite dark if you build in a window…

 

[da23van]

Hi! Thanks for your response. There is a window a little further down the stairs and the idea is to have some kind of window or transom in the wall/door.

Do you mean that the first part of the wall becomes lower and that it remains at a 90-degree angle or a slanted wall? There is some space in the stairs but not much. Is it better to think like this, apart from the proportions:

 

[Fredrik99]

Yes, exactly. I think angled looks most natural from the staircase, but straight is better inside the room... I think it will be better mainly to prevent the window from feeling so cramped/built-in...

 

[da23van]

The next consideration is how to work with the existing stair railing that will partially be saved. But perhaps it can only be saved in a way that makes it symmetrical from the main staircase opening:



All thoughts and ideas are welcome.

 

[GoC]

I think your first solution with the "angle" on the wall at the height of the stair railing. It could be a great TV stand or something else.
If you plan to lower it, you should first test to make sure you don't hit your head on the extended part in the stairwell and that you can move items, like a bed, up and down the stairs. Otherwise, it might end up being a pretty lousy solution.