What Are Witches’ Stairs? The Bizarre Home Design Choice Explained

In reality, alternate-tread stairs were built to maximize space in compact homes with their diagonally stacked make. If you just so happen to live in a smaller home, these stairs might be just the thing to ensure you have more room for activities. Just be wary of the leg work you’ll have to put in each time you walk up.

Oh and in case you, too, fell down the TikTok rabbit hole of witch-related content, allow me to introduce yet another New England concept: Witch windows. Not only are they common in New England, but they’re ideal for ensuring no witches make it through your windows without falling off their broom first. Plus, all the natural light. The more you know.