# Northern Joinery Staircase Designer

> Augmented reality app to design and visualize custom staircases in your home. (iPhone/iPad app by Spark Emerging Technologies Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/northern-joinery-staircase-designer/id1108848550 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Spark Emerging Technologies Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/531397191)
- Category: Lifestyle
- Price: Free
- Rating: 1.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.3 · 155 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2016-05-01
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/northern-joinery-staircase-designer/id1108848550/reviews.md

## What is Northern Joinery Staircase Designer?

This engaging APP uses Augmented Reality technology to visualise a stunning 3D model of a virtual staircase into the real stair space in their own home.

* To create your own Staircase design and view in stunning 3D CGI instantaneously simply follow the steps below
* Viewers simply download the app from Appstore 
* Print off a target from http://www.northernjoinery.co.uk/NJ-App/ to activate the AR (A3)
* Simply print off the marker and stick the printed marker on the correct wall position in an upright position near your existing staircase.
* Switch on the app and once open - the window viewer will appear similar to when taking a photo with nothing to view (Don’t worry - the app is not broken !)
* Simply move the iPad/iPhone until you can see the printed marker in the middle of the screen.
* Now something magical should occur if you hold the iPad/iPhone nice and still while the app registers the printed marker ….
* A virtual staircase magically appears !!
* Viewers can visualise in their own space a 'virtual - staircase’ through the iPad/iPhone window and follow the instructions using the ‘i’ (instructions/help guide button) within the app
* Then follow the steps within the app to amend your dream staircase in the styles available from Northern Joinery.
* Choose between colours of wood, hand rail / spindle and moulding styles.
* The viewer can not only see their 'virtual staircase' but select from a wide range of wood, mouldings, styles, widths etc via a simple to use menu system that is intuitive, simple and easy to use.
* The user can then select a range of designs or enquire further to arrange an appointment.
* Please note that all designs are representational and approximate and will not constitute a final design for purposes of costing and suitability until a representative from Northern Joinery has made a site visit.

We hope you enjoy the app - from the Northern Joinery team 

App designed & developed by www.mustard-design.co.uk

## Key features

- Augmented Reality staircase visualization
- 3D CGI model creation
- Customizable wood colors
- Select handrail and spindle styles
- Choose moulding options
- Intuitive menu system

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/northern-joinery-staircase-designer/id1108848550/reviews.md

### 1/5 — No

*2022-01-20*

No good don’t waste your time

## Frequently asked questions about Northern Joinery Staircase Designer

### How does Northern Joinery Staircase Designer use augmented reality?

Northern Joinery Staircase Designer uses augmented reality to overlay a 3D model of a virtual staircase onto your real-world stair space when viewed through your device's camera. You need to print and place a marker to activate this feature.

### What customization options are available in Northern Joinery Staircase Designer?

You can customize wood colors, handrail and spindle styles, and moulding options to create your dream staircase. The app offers a simple menu system for easy selection of various designs and widths.

### Is Northern Joinery Staircase Designer free to use?

Yes, Northern Joinery Staircase Designer is available for free download and use. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned in the app's description.

### What devices support Northern Joinery Staircase Designer?

Northern Joinery Staircase Designer is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed for iOS operating system users.

### How often is Northern Joinery Staircase Designer updated?

The app was last updated on July 20, 2016, to version 1.1. Further update frequency is not specified, but it was initially released on May 1, 2016.

### What is the age rating for Northern Joinery Staircase Designer?

Northern Joinery Staircase Designer has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for children aged 4 and above.

### Does Northern Joinery Staircase Designer require an internet connection?

While the app description doesn't explicitly state internet requirements, downloading the app and printing the AR marker would likely require connectivity. AR functionality itself may or may not require a constant connection.

### What are the limitations of designs in Northern Joinery Staircase Designer?

All designs shown in Northern Joinery Staircase Designer are representational and approximate. They do not constitute a final design for costing or suitability until a Northern Joinery representative conducts a site visit.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.1 — 2016-07-20

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Fixed issue with straight and corner staircase glass options

### 1.0 — 2016-05-01

No release notes.

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