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14 Loft Bed Ideas for Adults and Kids Alike

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Incorporate Curtains

Heidi Callier Design

Whether you use the space under a loft bed as an office or a play zone for kids, consider hanging curtains to close off the space. Not only will they add softness to the room, but they'll hide any mess. The blush pink ones in this bedroom designed by Heidi Callier lighten the mood and offer a pop of color.

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Install Glass Walls

Lauren Miller

In designer Natalie Chong's four-story townhouse loft space in Toronto’s West End, glass walls separate the guest bedroom from the rest of the home while letting natural light in.

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Make It a Built-In

Robert Peterson / Rustic White Interiors

If you don't want to go too high with your loft bed and desire more stability, make it a built-in. In this bedroom by designer Vern Yip, a short ladder leads the way to a durable landing and cozy bed. A nearby armchair and side table make an excellent spot for reading.

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4

Include a Railing

Maltsev Design

If you have a big lofted space—like this bedroom by Maltsev Design—consider adding a sleek iron railing and sconces. The railing, of course, will prevent you from walking off of the edge. The sconces are a more sturdy selection than a table or floor lamp that could potentially be knocked over the railing.

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Elevate It

NICOLEHOLLIS

A built-in staircase, desk, and cubbies make this lofted bed in a room designed by Nicole Hollis functional and ideal for various age groups.

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Warm It Up With Wood

Will Ellis

Designer Stephanie Housley's Wyoming cabin is full of wonderful features, including this incredible wooden staircase complete with a railing that exists along the edge of the loft space it leads to.

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7

Highlight a Spiral Staircase

Robert Peterson / Rustic White Interiors

Ditch a plain staircase or ladder for a fun spiral one. If your loft space came with a spiral staircase that leads to the bedroom, highlight it with a vintage newel post as HGTV star Alison Victoria did in her new Atlanta loft. She hung white curtains for extra privacy.

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Try an Arched Canopy Bed

Leanne Ford Interiors

For a sleek yet soft touch to a modern loft space, invest in an arched canopy bed like this one in a bedroom designed by Leanne Ford. A large black-and-white piece of art and potted plant add character.

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Swap the Lofted Level

COURTESY OF HAO STUDIO

Instead of putting your bed on top of the lofted space, use it for storage. If the ceiling is high enough, consider using it as an office, writing room, or art studio. In a kid's room, you can turn it into an elevated fort as Hao Design did in this bedroom.

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Keep It Simple

Fantastic Frank

Anyone who leans toward a minimalist aesthetic should consider a sparse color palette. Here, the white bedding and book niche over the bed blend in with the white walls for a subdued, cozy atmosphere. Brown wood beams and a railing warm it up.

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Upholster It

West Elm

Give a wooden loft bed a soft touch with upholstered panels on each side of it, like this one available at West Elm. It also has a built-in desk and dresser, making it easy to to give your bedroom a cohesive look.

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Add Storage

For moderate elevation, consider a thick bed with storage drawers underneath, like the one in this home by Fitzhugh Karol and Lyndsay Caleo of The Brooklyn Home Company. Use a screen and/or console table to divide your living and sleeping spaces if you're in a studio.

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Place the Bed in Front of a Window

Leanne Ford Interiors

With your loft bed in front of a high or tall window, you'll be able to wake up to refreshing natural light and fall asleep to a night sky full of stars. In this small sleeping nook designed by Leanne Ford, striped linens match the beige-painted walls for a calming atmoshpere.

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Secure the Ladder

Andrea Davis via Unsplash

If your lofted space is snug and you don't like the instability of a freestanding ladder, install a more permanent version. That way, you won't have to worry about the ladder toppling over when you're not on it (and when you're on it!) or storing it when it's not in use.

Kelly Allen

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Kelly Allen is the current Associate Editor at House Beautiful, where she covers design, pop culture, and travel for digital and the print magazine. She’s been with the team for nearly three years, attending industry events and covering a range of topics. When she’s not watching every new TV show and movie, she’s browsing vintage home stores, admiring hotel interiors, and wandering around New York City. She previously worked for Delish and Cosmopolitan. Follow her on Instagram.

20 Loft Bed Ideas That Feel All Grown-Up

@myscandinavianhome

Since childhood, nothing reached the epitome of cool quite like the elusive loft bed. With a high profile that created a hide-out feel and left endless floor space for everything from homework to play, there was truly no better design element that maximized a room better. And the same goes now, well into adulthood.

If you're looking to create a modern-looking bedroom or studio apartment, double your floor space, and do it in a way that feels sophisticated, we have the inspiration you need. Ahead, 20 loft bed ideas that will bring your childhood dreams to life without feeling the least bit childish.

01 of 20

@alinacocemelova

When you're strapped for square footage, a custom build overhead makes for a cozy place to sleep and a stylish addition to your living area. Hang plants for your structure and work your décor into the build for a one-of-a-kind look and lived-in feel that merges your sleep and play areas without feeling cramped.

02 of 20

@barrjoinery

Even the smallest mattress size can take up valuable real estate in your room. Don't underestimate the power of an elevated bed to maximize floor space. Even if it creates just enough of an area to create a reading nook, consider this a redecorating success.

03 of 20

@cfkent_contract

If additional storage is at the top of your list, an elevated loft bed base can double as endless storage. While this modern design may look unassuming (although beautiful), it actually houses countless drawers and cabinets, perfect for hiding everything from clothes to books.

04 of 20

@inspiry_nz

A loft bed is nothing if it isn't stylish and this setup doesn't skimp on an ounce of style from the gilded railing and statement chair, to the printed wallpaper and luxe-feeling textiles. This is definitely a space we can see ourselves working remote from.

05 of 20

@italformdesign

If you're working in a studio-style space, the best approach you can take is subtle and takes your surroundings into consideration. Working your bed into your current space in a way that feels inconspicuous will help the space flow and make it feel less cluttered.

06 of 20

@jonespierceresidential

If you're a regular hostess with the mostest, chances are you're constantly housing guests overnight and scrambling for accommodations. A series of loft beds in a basement, attic, or guest bedroom makes for the perfect sleeping arrangement, not to mention, a stylish solution.

07 of 20

@loftbedsg

If you're looking to step away from the kid-friendly bunk bed look, swap bright colors with a neutral color palette of black, white, and tans. This studio apartment looks grown-up and chic.

08 of 20

@magichandworksberlin

If there's anything this world needs more of, it's storage. When you're strapped for space, storage solutions are key, and this stair setup that doubles as cubby storage is everything you can need in one. You can recreate this loft access with strong wood crates stacked in a stair configuration. Just be sure to secure them well to avoid any accidents.

09 of 20

@mini_market_greece

The best part of a loft-style build is it provides a structure to hang items from, including a seated hammock. This serene setup is the perfect hangout for off-duty hours.

10 of 20

@mood_kidsuk

If you're looking to create a seating area under your loft (because why wouldn't you), consider adding a bench on either side to encourage entertaining. We love how sophisticated the matching railing used on the top and bottom of the structure looks in this bedroom.

11 of 20

@myscandinavianhome

Whether you're looking to carve out a bedroom in a studio space, create a nook for afternoon naps, or create space for a guest bed in a tight layout, this kitchen-loft combo is proof anything is possible. This high vault creates the perfect area to build an overhead structure and slide in a mattress.

12 of 20

@saharshiraziz

When it comes to custom-built loft beds, the best part is you can decide how high or low you want it. This setup is a good mid-height that allows for storage below (as opposed to living space) and doesn't require a major hike into bed.

13 of 20

@thehendyhouse

Whether you're creating a loft or not, a cohesive color scheme is always the best way to execute any design. We love how this bedroom uses wallpaper to tie in the green color of the loft structure and brown accents throughout the space.

14 of 20

@within_interior_designs

Why go with a regular staircase when you can create an eye-catching winding version. This cylindrical access feels modern and adds tons of visual drama in a small space.

15 of 20

@zenoo

While the underside of most loft-style beds are the same and boast very little function, this modern room utilizes this area to provide overhead light in the living space below. Install recess lighting on the base for a well-lit and polished look.

16 of 20

@hochbetten_berlin

The truth is loft beds are cool on their own and rarely do they need all the bells and whistles. When in doubt, a neutral, sunny space with minimal décor is all you need to feel comfortable in your duo-level space.

17 of 20

@homeware_wonders

When it comes to most double loft beds, there's usually a ladder or stairs on either side that take up twice as much space. However, this setup with a shared stair entry centered in the middle saves space and provides access for both lofts. And possibly the best part is it creates separation between both work spaces positioned below.

18 of 20

leabo.ch

While most loft-style beds provide an open concept design, this built-in pod-like structure creates a subtle hideaway for reading, napping, and mid-day downtime.

19 of 20

@littlefolksfurniture

The next best thing to a beach house is a coastal-themed loft bed with an airy vibe. The neutral base with light blues woven throughout and whale motif wallpaper transforms this bedroom into a seaside escape.

20 of 20

@robynjohanna_

While most dwellers tend to overlook the bed frame, this room puts it on display with a poppy shade of coral. Rather than hide it, put it on display with a color that ties in the colors from around your room.

pluses and minuses, functionality and modern design

We have already talked in detail about loft beds for children's rooms - it's time to talk about such designs for adults. Moreover, the popularity of small studio apartments in the real estate market makes this topic particularly relevant. Loft bed features space. In terms of its performance, such a place to sleep is in no way inferior to standard beds and has its own advantages. To understand how such a bed will look in your apartment, you need a 3D design project. The designer will take into account all the features of the room and use its area as much as possible.

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Using a loft bed can be a great way to save space in a small apartment if there is enough vertical space to do so. In other words, placing the bed on another level allows you to expand the living area, and the space under such a structure can be used to place other furniture or create a very spacious storage system.

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Pros and cons of a loft bed

As we have already mentioned, this design helps to save space and very often visually changes the configuration of the room. If you have a small and elongated living space, such a bed on the second tier creates a kind of two-story apartment. And instead of a “well” room, you get a nice designer layout.

The disadvantages include the psychological discomfort of a person unprepared for such experiments, the feeling of a heavy bed base hanging over the head, not always sufficient illumination and ventilation of the space above such an "attic".

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Single and double loft beds

like a private room.

The first option is suitable for one person who treats sleep as a physiological need. I got up on a modest bed, fell asleep, woke up, made my bed - and plunged into active everyday worries.

The second option is great for couples, especially for those who buy the first housing in life, very modest in size, such as this studio in a modern style. Such double beds can resemble a kind of mini-hotel: a soft wide mattress, shelves for books and various trifles, excellent lighting, bright panels or paintings, and other decor that is pleasing to the eye. Some couples even arrange a small workplace on the second tier if they have to huddle in a very tiny apartment.

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Loft bed decor

There are thousands of ways to decorate such a bed. The main criterion is personal preferences and the desire to close the bed from prying eyes or, conversely, to demonstrate it in all its glory. Curtains, partitions, drywall constructions - choose any option.

A separate issue is the variety of stairs that complement these loft beds. Stairs can be of different designs.

Vertical - the most unsafe, it is easy to stumble on it even for an adult. Typically, such a ladder is installed at the end or side of the bed. This model is the most compact, therefore it is more popular. If you decide to equip the loft bed with just such a ladder, we advise you to choose options with flat steps - it is more difficult to fall from them than from round ones.

Another version of the ladder for the loft bed is a model that is installed at an angle. This angle can be different, and the larger it is, the more space the staircase itself takes. In this modification, it can be straight or radius (with a turn).

Pay attention to the drawer stairs, with flat steps, in which drawers or cabinets are located. It is very convenient and safe.

There is also the so-called chest of drawers. Access to it can be both from the side and from the side of the steps.

Shelving ladder - a model where shelves with side access are made instead of drawers in the steps.

Podium ladder - a more complex design: a podium is made at half the height of the bed, and a small ladder descends to it from above, or, conversely, a ladder leads from the floor to the podium.

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Haven't found the perfect option for you? Check out a selection of great solutions for placing a loft bed in an apartment of any size and any style.

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Pros and cons

Multi-tiered and multifunctional furniture has undeniable advantages, but you should also be aware of the features of such complexes.

Benefits Defects
Space saving thanks to the vertical arrangement of the furniture. An attic is less safe than a lower bunk, especially for children.
Combination of a sleeping loft with another area. Not recommended for rooms with ceilings below 2.7 meters. Warm air rises to the attic, which will be stuffy with a low ceiling.
Original appearance. Lack of low-level lighting, which is compensated by installing additional light sources.

Pictured is a triple bed with a reading chair and bookshelves.

Selection guide

A loft bed is a complex structure that must be safe, durable, comfortable for adults and children. In a furniture store, you can buy a ready-made loft bed or order it according to your project.

Loft bed combination options

Loft bed can be combined with various pieces of furniture: work desk, second bed, shelves for books and toys, wardrobes or chest of drawers for clothes, sports complex.

With table

Most often, the lower area is equipped with a work table. You can use a traditional desk with a cabinet, a light roll-out table, a dressing table with a mirror. A roll-out table, if necessary, frees up space under the attic for playing or cleaning. In the photo below, an example of a desktop for a student with bright red details and a study for an adult made of natural wood. The attic in both cases is fenced with railings 40 centimeters high.

With play area for children

Play is a child's way of exploring the adult world. It is important for children to have a space where they not only play, but also learn to keep order. The loft bed allows parents to organize a play area even in a small apartment. The bed is combined with a slide, shelves for toys, mats for outdoor games.

In the photo, the children's room is equipped with a low slide and a sleeping module in the attic in the form of a house.

With sofa below

Loft bed solves the problem of choosing: sofa or bed? In studios, the living room acts as a kitchen, dining room and living room, so it is logical to raise the bed up and not draw the attention of guests to it. The sofa can come with a loft bed, or leave free space for it under the sleeping bed.

With two beds

In a nursery for two or in student housing, it makes sense to use the lower floor for a second bed.

With wardrobe

The free space under or next to the loft bed can be used as a wardrobe. The children's dressing room is equipped with drawers and shelves so that even a preschooler can get the right thing without the help of adults.

In the photo there is a children's room in the English style, an open wardrobe was placed under the attic.

With Swedish wall

Children's health directly depends on physical development. Exercises on the sports complex develop coordination of movements, flexibility, endurance. The Swedish wall has been the most popular sports equipment for many years. It is mounted on the side or at the end of the bed, as a connecting element between the attic and the lower tier. In the photo on the left, a children's room in a nautical style for a schoolchild, the sports complex includes a horizontal bar, rings, a rope, and a Swedish wall.

With baby cot

If the size of the room does not allow for a baby cot next to the parent's bed, then a compact loft bed must be used. In this case, it is better to choose the option with lighting under the attic, because parents have to go down to the baby several times a night. It is undesirable to use the upper tier for another child, as children can interfere with each other at night.

Dimensions and shapes of the bed

Properly selected size and shape of the bed guarantees a comfortable sleep for both adults and children.

Double bed for adults

To place a double loft bed under the ceiling, reinforced fastenings and a frame are required, since it is a question of the safety of the sleeping person.

In the photo there is a loft bed in a Scandinavian interior, the attic sleeping area is designed for two people and is attached to the ceiling with steel pipes.

Semi-sleeping

Semi-sleeping loft bed is used from adolescence. The standard width of such a bed varies from 120 to 160 cm, the length reaches 190 cm.

Corner

Corner furniture makes every square meter of the room useful. For stability, the corner loft bed is attached not only to the floor, but also to the wall. In the photo on the left is a classic style loft bed with two sleeping places, storage boxes and a desk. In the photo on the right, the perpendicular arrangement of the beds forms a right angle, there is free space on the side for a closet and stairs.

Low

Low loft bed suitable for those who feel uncomfortable while sleeping at a height. In this case, the space under the upper tier will be no higher than 70 cm and is suitable for additional storage space. A bed that is located low above the floor is called a semi-loft.

High

High loft bed can be placed under the very ceiling like a mezzanine; designers offer such beds for youth interiors.

In the photo, a loft bed with a voluminous mattress is located at a height of more than 2 meters, a relaxation area is equipped under the bed.

Colors of beds

When choosing a loft bed for a nursery, parents should listen to the opinion of the child. At the same time, it is worth setting the children to light, pure colors that visually expand the space: blue, peach, light green, green. In the adult furniture segment, brown, gray, and beige colors hold the lead.

Pictured is a children's room in turquoise. A staircase with gentle wenge-colored steps leads to the second tier.

Shades of pink and lilac combined with white create airy marshmallow interiors for young girls.

The photo shows a gray children's set with orange edging.

Photos in the interior of the rooms

The loft bed, due to its functionality and attractive design, can be located not only in the bedroom or nursery, but also organically present in any living room. In the photo below, the sleeping attic is located above the living room in a minimalist style. The lower part of the bed forms the wood-paneled ceiling of the living room.

In the country house, due to the small living space, the attic is located under the attic arch or above the kitchen like a mezzanine.

Loft bed designs

The idea of ​​combining several pieces of furniture in one complex makes it possible to experiment with design.

In the shape of a ship

The loft bed resembles a two-deck boat. To make the loft bed look like a sailboat, designers use natural wood, steering wheels, and pirate paraphernalia.

In the form of a car

The loft bed in the form of a car will delight any boy, both the attic and the lower tier can be styled as a car.

Airplane bed

For children who are passionate about aviation, there are models of beds stylized as airplanes. In the photo below, the attic railing is made in the form of an airliner silhouette.

House style

An attic in the form of a house is suitable for quiet games and reading before going to bed.

Castle bed

A loft bed in the form of a castle will make a boy feel like a knight, and a girl - a fairy princess. Similarities with the Middle Ages are achieved by the presence in the design of windows in the form of loopholes, stylized turrets with characteristic ledges, pointed flags.

Pictured is a loft bed with an awning in the form of a fairytale castle. If necessary, the awning can be removed for washing or repair.

Canopy

Canopy beds create an atmosphere of calm and comfort. The canopy is sewn from dense or translucent textiles. Fabric can be draped both attic and lower level.

Patterned

Photo prints of trendy prints or favorite book and cartoon characters on a loft bed will add individuality to standard furniture models. Digital printing does not fade in the sun, does not peel off and is harmless to children.

Above the door

If there is not enough space in the room, the loft bed is placed above the door, freeing up space for other furniture. In the photo below, the sleeping bed is suspended from the ceiling with iron chains; for reliability, an additional fastening to the wall is made. The attic is decorated with wrought iron railings and a vintage lamp.

Examples of loft beds with stairs

The ladder for a loft bed should be stable, with comfortable rungs. When resting on the bed frame, the ladder must be fixed in the upper part due to brackets or grooves. The rope ladder can be rolled up into a compact roll after climbing into the attic. A ladder in the form of a rope or a rope ladder is traumatic for children, it is better to use them in a youth interior. Stationary stairs are safe and convenient, but they take up additional space. To compensate for this shortcoming, such stairs are made with storage boxes.

Usually the ladder is placed on the side of the loft bed, in this arrangement it will not take up much space.

The photo shows a white loft bed in a classic style, an extra bed on wheels is installed under the tabletop on the lower level.

Examples of beds in various styles

The loft bed is produced both in bulk and on individual orders for different interior styles.

Loft

In the loft, the ceilings must be higher than 3 meters, so a bed with a loft will solve the problem of optimal use of the room vertically. For the loft, materials with rough textures are used: ferrous metal, bricks, plastics. The frame of the loft bed is decorated with large metal rivets. The railings and sides of the bed are mounted from transparent impact-resistant plastic or thick glass. In the loft, the free arrangement of furniture is practiced, so the bed can be suspended above the living area and highlighted with LED lighting.

Provence

Provence is a style of home comfort with vintage notes. The loft bed in the Provence style is made of natural wood of light colors with antique processing. Bed linen, valances, curtains with small colored patterns will support the theme of a country house with a long history.

Scandinavian

Scandinavian design is characterized by natural materials, muted colors and a rational approach to furnishing rooms. In the photo below, a loft bed of a concise form. To visually increase the height of the ceiling in the living room, spotlights were installed under the attic.

Chalet

Wooden furniture with minimal decorative treatment is suitable for the chalet, the emphasis is on the natural texture of wood.

Classic

Classic style furniture will always be in demand in the modern world, it is distinguished by proportionality and strict elegance.

Marine style

Marine style has borrowed decorative techniques from cabin interiors and ship fittings. The basic colors for this style are white, blue. To design bunk beds, designers use round holes in the form of portholes, rope railings and lifting ladders.

Which material should I choose?

The durability and cost of a loft bed depends on the material used.

The photo shows a bed with a loft on a metal frame in a minimalist style. Orange details soften the strict forms of the product.

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