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It doesn’t matter how big or small your home is, every household can use extra storage, and that’s no less true than in the bedroom. If you feel like you are running out of space, a storage bed might be a convenient solution. These days, even top brands manufacture these types of beds have storage space built in in a variety of sizes, styles, and price points. To Learn more about modern storage bed designs and whether one is right for your bedroom setup, consider the following points in this guide.
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The only rule when it comes to storage beds is that there is at least one built-in compartment for you to place things in. This is an alternative to shoving items under your bed or using flat storage containers to organize your belongings. A storage bed provides greater organization options through the use of multiple drawers and a safer environment compared to putting things on the floor.
Once you can identify a storage bed, you can look into the different types available. There is footboard storage, with drawers that open out from the foot of the bed, as well as the storage headboard model with built-in cubbies for books, pillows, lamps, and other items that make your space more luxurious.
One of the more common bed styles utilizes drawers running alongside the bed with anywhere between four to six drawers (or more), providing a significant amount of storage without the need for additional case pieces like a dresser or nightstand.
Storage Bed Pros and Cons
Like all furniture choices, there are pros and cons to buying a storage bed. The benefits of this bed depend on how you use it and where it is placed. Here are a few things to consider when furnishing your bedroom.
| Pros | ✅ A storage bed is a great way to maximize space in a small bedroom. Instead of using a dresser, you might be able to store your clothes in these cabinets and your closet. ✅ Even if you don’t need extra bedroom storage, these drawers can help you stay organized so everything has its place. ✅ You can find a queen bed frame with storage or bed frames for twin and king-size needs. These beds are made for all kinds of households. | ||
| Cons | ✖ You will either need space in front of the bed or along the sides for the drawers to open comfortably. ✖ Some users might forget what they put in the storage bed, especially if it’s installed in a guest room. ✖ Users need to be sure their bed won’t be too high because of the drawers, especially if you have a high pillow-top mattress. | ||
Farmhouse Storage Beds
Farmhouse style can bring your room out of the busiest city and into the countryside. These beds are defined by rustic colors (lots of browns and off-whites) and materials that could be found in a barn. Expect to find metal and wood built together when you are looking at farmhouse furniture.
✔ We Recommend: Benchcraft® Wyattfield Two-Tone Queen Panel Storage Bed
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This farmhouse storage bed has two drawers at the front that pull out to roomy storage for bedroom essentials and extras. Adorned with classic farmhouse details like cross-buck beams and a deep wood finish, this storage bed is a country-lover’s dream come true. Enjoy unwinding before bed with a good book under two built-in sconces that provide extra function along with an added dose of farmhouse charm.
Modern Farmhouse Storage Beds
Modern farmhouse is one of the most popular in interior design. The style blends the rustic nature of farmhouse design with modern colors and technology. You will find pieces that call back to a simpler time through the use of beige, off-white, and brown. For us, it’s one of the better uses of storage beds, which fuse form and function in a similar manner to modern farmhouse design.
✔ We Recommend: Furniture of America® Shawnette Antique White Queen Bed
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This modern farmhouse storage bed keeps true to the rural charm with a simple silhouette framed by two front drawers. Beautifully crafted in a signature whitewash finish with simple details and beam work along a sleigh-style headboard, this gorgeous bed is equally modern and vintage and altogether stylish.
Traditional Storage Beds
Traditional bedframes are timeless. They look just as stylish in the modern era as they did in the past and will look in the future. These beds are neutral, which means you can design around them. Pair a traditional storage bed with a modern style or opt for a vintage feel for the full effect. In any case, the extra storage is a great way to master the traditional look with extra space to keep items away when not in use to keep the space from feeling too busy against common details found in traditional design.
✔ We Recommend: Flexsteel® Plymouth® Distressed Graywash Queen Storage Bed
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This is a great option if you’re wondering how to add storage to a bedroom without taking up too much space. We love the dual-purpose trunk at the foot of the bed where you can place extra lines, towels, clothes, and other items you don’t need every day or use as a place to sit and rest before starting the day. This showstopping bed is carefully crafted with solid acacia wood and finished in an ash-grey look that captures the appeal of traditional design with a dash of modern flair.
Contemporary Storage Beds
While farmhouse-style rooms look back at the past, contemporary beds challenge your perception of now while looking into the future. This style is defined by minimalist elements, so a bed doesn’t distract from other design preferences. Ultimately, contemporary storage beds are some of the most common, and they tend to play well with more styles other than contemporary, so don’t be afraid to get creative!
✔We Recommend: Signature Design by Ashley® Gladdinson Gray Twin Upholstered Storage Bed
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Even as a twin storage bed, this pick from Signature Design by Ashley offers an impressive amount of storage. A total of four total drawers (two on each side) provide additional places to store even more bedroom items—great for stowing away seasonal items when they’re not being used. True to its design, this contemporary storage bed is finished in a casual, neutral upholstery that’s a beautiful canvas to play with other design styles or as-is for a clean look.
Rustic Storage Beds
Rustic beds are similar to those with a farmhouse design, but with a boost of antique-inspired charm. Rustic storage beds are typically made of wood and come in a variety of natural colors. We love pairing rustic beds with soft surfaces and textures for a cozy feel that’s reminiscent of a cottage getaway.
✔We Recommend: Furniture of America® Wynton Weathered Light Oak Queen Panel Storage Bed
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Fashioned with quintessential hardware, this rustic storage bed features two drawers at the footboard to conveniently store items out of the way. Despite its rugged look, the manufacturers at Furniture of America have modern lifestyles in mind, fitting this storage bed with USB ports. Settle in and feel like every night is a rural getaway with this cozy bed.
Modern Storage Beds
Modern storage beds come in all shapes and sizes, but most importantly, they’re sleek and refined. Trendsetters might choose modern beds with slim, minimalist designs or buy opulent beds that make bold statements. If you’re not the biggest fan of storage along the footboard of the side of a bed, this is the preferred style choice to shop (see why with our pick).
✔ We Recommend: Signature Design by Ashley® Aprilyn White Queen Bookcase Bed
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Talk about smooth! This modern bed frame with storage rethinks storage with storage cubbies cleverly fitted along the headboard. The design help keeps a minimal effect, which is highlighted by its clean appearance in all white. This pick also features USB ports, so you’re never disconnected, even while you unwind to disconnect.
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