19 Super-Cool Storage Beds
Great for kids and adults alike, storage beds come in all shapes, sizes and styles to suit a variety of tastes
Whether you’re living in a small space that you need to make the most of, or just have so much stuff that you’re constantly running out of places to stash it, a storage bed is a genius invention that can solve so many problems. They can serve as a place to stow spare sheets or winter blankets, a functional yet funk shelf for your shoes, or even an entire wardrobe system. If you’re looking for a new bed, take inspiration from these clever units and see if one of them might just make your life a little bit easier.
2. Self contained
For those who live in the compact homes Singapore is known for, furniture that serves multiple purposes is all but essential. In this compact bedroom, not only does the bed also serve as storage space, a custom-built study space creates a home office in the same room, while also providing privacy for sleeping.
For those who live in the compact homes Singapore is known for, furniture that serves multiple purposes is all but essential. In this compact bedroom, not only does the bed also serve as storage space, a custom-built study space creates a home office in the same room, while also providing privacy for sleeping.
3. Palletable pad
This DIY sleep solution, found in a share house in Sydney’s Inner West, may not have much space for storing clothes or blankets under the bed, but it does provide a handy shelf for storing – and of course displaying – a prized shoe collection.
Clever upcycles for an old pallet
This DIY sleep solution, found in a share house in Sydney’s Inner West, may not have much space for storing clothes or blankets under the bed, but it does provide a handy shelf for storing – and of course displaying – a prized shoe collection.
Clever upcycles for an old pallet
4. Draw on serenity
If you prefer a less urban industrial vibe, this purpose-built model from the US’s Pottery Barn could be more likely to hit the mark. Its Shaker-style drawers and vintage drawer pulls give this bedroom some old-world charm while offering ample space to store hand-sewn quilts and a whole host of throw pillows.
If you prefer a less urban industrial vibe, this purpose-built model from the US’s Pottery Barn could be more likely to hit the mark. Its Shaker-style drawers and vintage drawer pulls give this bedroom some old-world charm while offering ample space to store hand-sewn quilts and a whole host of throw pillows.
5. Slide on in
Over in the UK, this upholstered bed was chosen not just for its plush good looks, but also for the super-handy storage drawer that slides out from the foot of the bed. This space is easily deep enough to store winter clothes, shoes and blankets, without detracting one bit from the aesthetic of the bed.
Over in the UK, this upholstered bed was chosen not just for its plush good looks, but also for the super-handy storage drawer that slides out from the foot of the bed. This space is easily deep enough to store winter clothes, shoes and blankets, without detracting one bit from the aesthetic of the bed.
6. Extra sleep space
For those who like to keep their furry friends close, but would still rather not have cat hair on the bed sheets, this bed offers the purr-fect solution. While the drawer wasn’t originally intended as a cat bed, its serves its second purpose well enough for this little moggy.
Cats that have made themselves right at home
For those who like to keep their furry friends close, but would still rather not have cat hair on the bed sheets, this bed offers the purr-fect solution. While the drawer wasn’t originally intended as a cat bed, its serves its second purpose well enough for this little moggy.
Cats that have made themselves right at home
7. Custom made
Who says storage beds need to be a utilitarian option? There’s no rule stating that practical can’t be pretty too, as this custom-made bed proves with aplomb. The irregular cutouts serve as decoration, as well as out-of-the-box drawer pulls, and the design as a whole ties in well with the bright, fun style of the bedroom.
Who says storage beds need to be a utilitarian option? There’s no rule stating that practical can’t be pretty too, as this custom-made bed proves with aplomb. The irregular cutouts serve as decoration, as well as out-of-the-box drawer pulls, and the design as a whole ties in well with the bright, fun style of the bedroom.
8. All in one
In a New York home, this built-in beauty is basically a whole bedroom in and of itself. Not only is there a queen-size bed in there, there are also a multitude of deep drawers that easily serve the purpose of a wardrobe, as well as two built-in shelf systems that can house books, decorations and other items the owner wishes to display. In a pinch, you could even place a laptop in one of the shelves at the end of the bed and voila! the bed/wardrobe/bookshelf also serves as a makeshift study desk.
In a New York home, this built-in beauty is basically a whole bedroom in and of itself. Not only is there a queen-size bed in there, there are also a multitude of deep drawers that easily serve the purpose of a wardrobe, as well as two built-in shelf systems that can house books, decorations and other items the owner wishes to display. In a pinch, you could even place a laptop in one of the shelves at the end of the bed and voila! the bed/wardrobe/bookshelf also serves as a makeshift study desk.
9. Rise above
This lofty storage bed is actually not a bed at all! The mattress has been placed atop several sets of Ikea kitchen cabinetry, customised by a professional joiner with Douglas fir cladding to make them into a mix of drawers and empty cabinets, and finished with leather pulls. Not only has this given the bedroom plenty of storage space, it’s also raised the bed to the point where those sleeping in it can easily look out of the clerestory window behind it, to enjoy both the view and the summer breeze.
This lofty storage bed is actually not a bed at all! The mattress has been placed atop several sets of Ikea kitchen cabinetry, customised by a professional joiner with Douglas fir cladding to make them into a mix of drawers and empty cabinets, and finished with leather pulls. Not only has this given the bedroom plenty of storage space, it’s also raised the bed to the point where those sleeping in it can easily look out of the clerestory window behind it, to enjoy both the view and the summer breeze.
10. Basket case
In a laid-back LA home, this beautiful bed with built-in storage space underneath, easily matches the coastal feel of the room, defined by the abundance of airy white in the walls, bedlinen and lamp shade, and the natural plywood ceiling. The woven storage baskets under the bed, ideal for relaxed yet still concealed storage.
Making storage boxes work for you
In a laid-back LA home, this beautiful bed with built-in storage space underneath, easily matches the coastal feel of the room, defined by the abundance of airy white in the walls, bedlinen and lamp shade, and the natural plywood ceiling. The woven storage baskets under the bed, ideal for relaxed yet still concealed storage.
Making storage boxes work for you
11. Seeing double
A pair of custom-made, built-in storage beds in this narrow room provide plenty of space for a couple of guests, as well as space for all of the stuff they may need for an extended stay.
A pair of custom-made, built-in storage beds in this narrow room provide plenty of space for a couple of guests, as well as space for all of the stuff they may need for an extended stay.
12. Siamese dreams
Whether in a kids’ room or a guest room, this conjoined storage bed goes toe-to-toe with any other design for both style and practicality. Once again, with the help of built-in storage tucked neatly into the bed base, almost all of the room’s furniture needs are provided for in a single piece, making full use of this small scheme.
Whether in a kids’ room or a guest room, this conjoined storage bed goes toe-to-toe with any other design for both style and practicality. Once again, with the help of built-in storage tucked neatly into the bed base, almost all of the room’s furniture needs are provided for in a single piece, making full use of this small scheme.
13. Off the shelf
Storage beds needn’t come with drawers, open storage shelves can be just as useful, and make items such as books more easily accessible even when you’re already in the bed.
Storage beds needn’t come with drawers, open storage shelves can be just as useful, and make items such as books more easily accessible even when you’re already in the bed.
14. High-density living
For a single room that has to cater to a number of individuals, built-in storage is a must to save both space and sanity. Here, bunk beds that are also storage beds provide resting pads for four, as well as loads of storage drawers – and even cupboards – built into their frames. A small bank of built-in wardrobe adds to the storage, and finishes the scheme off nicely.
For a single room that has to cater to a number of individuals, built-in storage is a must to save both space and sanity. Here, bunk beds that are also storage beds provide resting pads for four, as well as loads of storage drawers – and even cupboards – built into their frames. A small bank of built-in wardrobe adds to the storage, and finishes the scheme off nicely.
15. A hive of activity
This even busier bedroom has two double storage beds on floor level, as well as extra space up top that could house more mattresses, or simply serve as a chill-out zone for the brood. As an added bonus, the stairs leading up to the second storey of Bedtopia also serve as storage cubbies, space for books, or an area for clothes or collectibles put on decorative display.
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This even busier bedroom has two double storage beds on floor level, as well as extra space up top that could house more mattresses, or simply serve as a chill-out zone for the brood. As an added bonus, the stairs leading up to the second storey of Bedtopia also serve as storage cubbies, space for books, or an area for clothes or collectibles put on decorative display.
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16. Simply Marvelous
This comic book fan has everything they need in this one compact nook. Not only are there seriously cute storage cupboards built into the base of the loft-style bed, there’s also a desk and small shelf attached to the side of it, and a roll-away filing cabinet underneath. This makes for a perfect place to sleep and study, with plenty of wall space left over to proudly display those Marvelous posters.
This comic book fan has everything they need in this one compact nook. Not only are there seriously cute storage cupboards built into the base of the loft-style bed, there’s also a desk and small shelf attached to the side of it, and a roll-away filing cabinet underneath. This makes for a perfect place to sleep and study, with plenty of wall space left over to proudly display those Marvelous posters.
17. Cabin comfort
A rustic cabin in the US is the perfect place for this secretive set-up. These built-in nooks have deep storage drawers underneath each of the sleeping areas for all of the necessities, as well as sliding doors that completely close off the beds, creating extra rooms within the room for storing away the tiny humans, when they really need some alone time.
A rustic cabin in the US is the perfect place for this secretive set-up. These built-in nooks have deep storage drawers underneath each of the sleeping areas for all of the necessities, as well as sliding doors that completely close off the beds, creating extra rooms within the room for storing away the tiny humans, when they really need some alone time.
18. Folded away
This home office with a hidden foldaway bed isn’t technically a storage bed, but rather a bed that’s built into a storage unit. Either way, it’s a super practical idea that makes the space multi-purpose; here’s a home office that can also be used as a guest bedroom, or even emergency sleeping quarters for the office worker who can’t be pulled away from their desk for too long.
This home office with a hidden foldaway bed isn’t technically a storage bed, but rather a bed that’s built into a storage unit. Either way, it’s a super practical idea that makes the space multi-purpose; here’s a home office that can also be used as a guest bedroom, or even emergency sleeping quarters for the office worker who can’t be pulled away from their desk for too long.
19. Pared-back peace
And finally, the built-in platform that runs the length of this narrow, Zen-like bedroom/study serves as a bed when topped with the slender mattress seen here. Shelves and drawers underneath are used to house a host of bits and pieces. The platform can also be used as a lounge room though, with a TV hung on the wall at the end of the bed, and a little seating area beside it. A truly multi-purpose space.
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And finally, the built-in platform that runs the length of this narrow, Zen-like bedroom/study serves as a bed when topped with the slender mattress seen here. Shelves and drawers underneath are used to house a host of bits and pieces. The platform can also be used as a lounge room though, with a TV hung on the wall at the end of the bed, and a little seating area beside it. A truly multi-purpose space.
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The clean lines, combined with the white and timber tones of this low-lying bed, make for a sleek and stylish sleep space. Add in the single handle-free storage drawer that runs the full length of the bed underneath and you’ve got practical purpose as well as pared-back beauty.