Amazing! I'll deffinately be using this! But when are you going to post the other two steps..?

Interesting technique.....looking forward to the other steps.

Having another look at this there is a solution :D I'll do the change for you and post it tonight. I'll also have to see if it still works with the direction change.

Ill have to try it for you, the 2x4 plate is what keeps this structure so strong. I think if you were to change it to 2 2x2 Tiles the reinforcing of the structure would no longer be connected. Follow these images but swap out the 2x4 Tile for 2 2x2 Tiles and let me know how you get on :) I could enhance this technique to allow what you want - which would allow you to checker the steps, might have a cool effect.

Very interesting, although sort of a parts hog.

this is useful, thanks...

this is useful, thanks...

At 18 pieces per step this is an expensive solution, but it is also high presentation. Will be cool to see what you come up with.

You can, but using a 2x4 Plate will limit how sharp the stairs can curve. Basically the studs will interfere with the overlap required. You can get 2x4 Tiles off Bricklink for quite cheap.

Very good, I will either use this or make up my own technique.

Thanks for sharing.

SolidWorks is the software I use. Its industry standard for 3D CAD, and I am lead to believe it is the software that TLG uses aswel. These renders are very simple compared to the photo-realistic images SolidWorks can produce. These images are simplified for instruction purposes. One day I will upload a CAD Photo ;)

Thank you for sharing this! (How did you render the pictures?)

Thanks! This'll be useful!