Standard geometry
Pie-shaped landings
Curved or pie-shaped landing transitioning between flights.
- Curved transition landing
- Custom shop work on the landing tread
- Used in curved + flared configurations
- Common in high-end construction
- Est. 198739 yrs
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Definition
What is a pie-shaped landings stair?
A pie-shaped landing is a curved or tapered transition platform between two flights, custom-built rather than built square. It softens the turn into a sweeping curve and is most often used inside curved and flared stair builds in high-end construction.
Built & reviewed by Snyder Stairs · Whitehall, PA · Est. 1987 · Updated June 2026
How it compares
How does a turn-style stair save space?
The trade-off across the turning configurations is footprint versus comfort. A landing is easiest to walk; a winder is the most compact. Here is where each one sits.
| Configuration | Turns on | Footprint | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| L-shape | Flat square landing | Largest of the turns | Comfort, code rest point |
| Winder | Pie-shaped treads | Most compact | Tight footprints, basements |
| Switch-back | Mid-landing, 180° | Stacked / vertical | Apartments, stair towers |
| Curved | Custom-radius arc | Open sweep | Formal foyers, statement |
Pie-shaped landings FAQs
Common questions about pie-shaped landings.
Q: How is a pie-shaped landing different from a standard square landing?
A square landing is a flat rectangular platform built into the stringers; a pie-shaped landing is custom-built with a curved or tapered edge so the flights flow around it. The curve costs more shop time but reads far more graceful in a formal foyer.
Q: How long does a curved landing add to the build?
Curved shop work on the landing tread is part of the 8-12 week shop window typical for curved and flared stairs. We confirm the schedule once the CAD drawings are signed off.
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