Loft bed with wardrobe: where to put it, why and for whom?

Low children's loft bed with a comfortable wardrobe below.
Modern furniture is so unusual and varied that it is sometimes difficult to choose which one to buy when you decide to update the decor in the bedroom. The bed is an important part of the set. When choosing it, you need to pay attention to many criteria: the size of the room, the dimensions and material of the product, the person’s age, etc. We suggest considering a convenient option, suitable for a child, teenager and adult. We present to your attention a loft bed with a wardrobe.

Adult loft bed with wardrobe in the interior of a small apartment

What is this

Full bed located under the ceiling for a studio apartment

Two-story systems appeared quite a long time ago, and it’s no longer new to see them in a children’s room. However, a bed with a wardrobe can raise eyebrows, especially a loft bed. This modification arose relatively recently. Let's figure out what their features, advantages and disadvantages are. But first you need to understand what it actually is.

Loft bed for children with built-in wardrobe without table

Loft bed with wardrobe. From the name itself you can determine that the design is unusual. It is a kind of hybrid of a working area and a sleeping place. Also contains a wardrobe and shelves for linen. And all this fits in one building.

Children's furniture 3 in 1 – bed, wardrobe and desk

Typically, beds with a wardrobe are arranged as follows: on the second floor there is a sleeping place, under it there is a wardrobe (it can be nearby, attached to the general structure). Also, this type of bed is equipped with additional shelves and drawers. The space under the seating area is usually equipped for a workspace, that is, a full-fledged computer desk with drawers and a comfortable writing surface is attached.

Beautiful and functional loft bed with a workplace and a built-in wardrobe in a minimalist style

This option is suitable for the bedroom of a child, teenager and adult. Significantly saving space, it will be an excellent solution for small rooms.

The general principle by which this mechanism is built is described above. However, there are various modifications of it. We provide the opportunity to choose an option to suit every taste, design and budget.

DIY built-in wardrobe with a loft bed made of solid pine

How to place the bed correctly?

In the bedroom interior relative to the door

The bedroom should be equipped conveniently and comfortably. What gives us a feeling of comfort? Comfortable mattress, pillow, bed linen made from natural fabrics and fresh air in the room. The main element is, of course, the bed!

Bedroom design begins with the functionality of the interior! First, the composition and arrangement of furniture is determined, and then the style, colors and finishing materials.

In a small room, finding a place for a bed becomes a problem. From personal experience, I can say that the location of the bed is good when the head of the sleeping person is not visible through the slightly open door. An improperly positioned bed can cause restless sleep and feelings of insecurity.

• Diagonally to the door
  . The passage is visible, which will give a feeling of security, and the light from the door will not disturb.
• In the corner between the window and the entrance
  . This arrangement will provide access to the bed from all sides. However, the corner will remain unused, which is not good for a small area.

• Head or one side to the window
  . Drafts and noise from the street will not allow you to get a good night's sleep. In addition, there is a heating radiator under the window; such proximity will disrupt the temperature regime.
• In the corner of the room
  . Access to the bed from only one side is not practical.
• Feet to the door
  . Even without being a superstitious person, I would not recommend this arrangement. And if it’s still on the same line with the door, then sleep disturbances are guaranteed.

When choosing a bed location, think about the location of your work area. The correct solution should be a comfortable location of both zones.

Bed in the bedroom

. It is best to position the double bed so that it is accessible from 3 sides. All passages must be at least 60 cm wide (ideally 80 cm).

A selection of bedrooms with a bed

Kinds

Low loft bed with roll-out ladder and built-in storage

There are two main criteria according to which sleeping systems of this type are divided into several types:

• the material from which the base is made;
• type of construction.

In accordance with the first criterion, they can be divided into beds made of natural wood and lumber (chipboard, laminated chipboard, MDF, etc.). Of course, natural wood is better in quality and environmental performance. But such material is expensive. If you are looking for furniture of fairly good quality at an affordable price, you should give preference to lumber.

A budget option for a loft bed made of chipboard and laminated chipboard for a boy’s room

There are many varieties of loft beds based on this raw material, which are not inferior in quality to products made from natural wood. The essence of this basis is that after processing a solid tree, parts of the raw material remain that are not suitable for use in this form (uneven edges, knots, etc.). They are then processed into chips, compressed, and used to make furniture. Products made from such material are popular, quite durable and of high quality.

Original custom-made furniture from laminated chipboard in two colors for a child’s room

Depending on the type of design, you can choose any type of bed that suits your taste and room size.

• The standard arrangement of zones consists of a sleeping area on the 2nd floor, a closet and a work area underneath.
• There is a simplified version without a desk. Under the bed there is a wardrobe and several additional drawers for linen, as well as a ladder.
• You can also choose a bed with two sleeping places. In this option, there will also be no desk.
• Another type of design with a horizontal cabinet and linen drawers built under the stairs. In this case, most likely there will be no desk.

Standard furniture option for a small room: corner wardrobe, desk and loft bed

If the furniture is going to be placed in a teenager’s room, the standard option is best. If it is designed for two children, a loft bed with a wardrobe and two sleeping places will be quite comfortable.

Furniture for two children with two beds and built-in storage cupboard

Ladder

Any such model should be equipped with a convenient ladder. It is important to think about which staircase will be most convenient. There are several options:

• vertical - although it takes up little space, it is considered the most dangerous of all. More often used for school-age children;
• at an angle - radius or straight. It is important to remember that the stronger the slope of the structure, the more space will be required to place furniture in the room. It is better to choose the option with flat steps, since round ones can be dangerous;
• in the form of a module - a convenient option, where the steps are also retractable drawers;
• podium – looks like a podium platform located in the middle of the height of the structure. At the bottom of the podium there is a convenient storage system, and at the top there is a small staircase.

Vertical Modular

At an angle Podium

Criterias of choice

Comfortable and thoughtful white loft bed with wardrobe and chest of drawers

To ensure that the bed lasts a long time, is well suited to the child’s age and is in harmony with the design of the room, take its choice seriously. To make things easier, rely on the following criteria:

1. Material

This is the main criterion that you need to pay attention to. High-quality raw materials for the base are the key to the quality of the product. We recommend choosing a bed made of natural wood. We also suggest considering the qualities of other raw materials.

1. Dimensions

Before purchasing a bed, determine where it will be placed. Take measurements of the space allocated for furniture. Keep in mind that it should not cover the heating devices, preventing the free circulation of warm air. Also determine the position of the bed relative to the window (if the structure will have a table) so that daylight falls on the work surface while working.

Beautiful pink loft bed located near the window

Take into account the height and weight of the child to correctly calculate the size of the bed. Determine how large a closet and desk your child needs (you can allocate more space for one by cutting down on the other).

Relying on these calculations, you can choose a bed whose dimensions will fit harmoniously into the room.

Loft bed with pull-out ladder and table for baby

1. Construction type

Comfortable wooden loft bed in a niche with built-in furniture and a work desk

According to this point, your choice will depend on what function the structure will perform. If you want to create a comfortable area for your child to work and relax, an option with a computer desk and a sleeping place on the second floor will be most suitable.

If you plan to replace furniture in the bedroom of two children, it is better to choose a system with two beds and additional drawers.

Functional loft bed with sofa underneath for a second child and built-in cupboards

Also, the type of structure chosen depends on where it will be located. You can choose a corner type of placement of the system components, or give preference to a standard location.

Interior of a children's room with a loft bed, a comfortable table by the window and a built-in storage system

Any modification of existing models is at your disposal: with a pull-out table, two cabinets, additional drawers or bedside tables, with a sofa on the ground floor and many other ideas to suit your taste. The choice depends on the functionality of the product.

Bright loft bed above a multi-colored wardrobe

1. Price

Lilac loft bed with wardrobe with metal elements

Another very important factor is the price of the product. This criterion is directly proportional to quality. The better the material and quality of the product, the higher the price. You can choose a bed starting from 10 thousand rubles. However, the price of higher quality furniture will be higher. The optimal choice varies between 13-17 thousand rubles. In this case, the most acceptable price-quality ratio of the product is observed.

For the rest (various modifications, additional parameters, original design, etc.), rely on your own budget. This factor is important, but not decisive. You should not chase a cheap product, sacrificing quality. And, on the other hand, remember: not every expensive product can be of the best quality.

Where is the correct way to open the door?

Inside the bedroom or outside the bedroom?

Think about the direction of opening the door in advance and indicate this on the plan. In or out is a matter of convenience. Analyze the layout and decide which direction will be convenient for you.

Good - The door opens inward with the leaf facing the wall

. An excellent solution to save usable bedroom space.

OK - The door opens inwards

, you face the wall. In order to enter a room, you must first close the door.

Both good and bad - Outward opening door

. In this case, not everything is clear. The door can open outwards, but you must face it towards other rooms. Otherwise, such a door will interfere with passage.

You can clearly see:

1. Better door opening to the inside. The door leaf does not impede movement.

2. Proper opening of the door outwards. The door leaf does not impede movement.

3. Incorrect opening of the door inwards. The door leaf prevents movement along trajectory “A”.

4. The worst way to open the door is outward. The door leaf prevents movement along both trajectories.

When ordering interior doors for the bedroom, do not forget about a lock for locking from the inside and a limiter that will protect your furniture and walls from being hit by the door.

Advantages and disadvantages

White wooden loft bed with a corner wardrobe in the interior of a children's room for a boy

This type of bed is quite comfortable and is loved by many users. However, like any thing, such a device has its pros and cons. The advantages of using beds with a wardrobe and a loft-type sleeping area include the following:

• Space saving. Purchasing such a bed will allow you to move the sleeping place “under the ceiling”, thereby freeing up the space it occupies.
• Compactness. One of the important details for people who prefer to have everything “at hand.”
• Availability of drawers and cabinet. This addition will allow you to simultaneously save space and compactly place bedding or everyday items.

Multifunctional compact bed-wardrobe with additional storage space

However, there are also disadvantages.

• Relatively high cost;
• there is no way to differentiate between a rest area and a work area;
• in summer, discomfort may occur while sleeping on the second floor (due to the fact that hot air rises to the top).

In general, this type of bed is quite practical and easy to use.

Bed with wardrobe and desk “Stars” for a teenager’s room

A few words should be added regarding the use of such furniture in the interior and its care.

Luxurious children's furniture in an unusual design, consisting of a wardrobe and a comfortable loft bed

This design will decorate any environment if the color scheme of the product is chosen correctly. If you need a children's bed with a wardrobe, you can purchase furniture in the shape of a car, a rocket, an airplane, or buy your baby a whole castle. Any of your fantasies is possible if you make a custom-made bed.

The rules for caring for such beds are quite simple: you need to wipe their surface from dust with a damp cloth (but not wet!) once a week, and treat it with care during use.

Metal bed from Ikea installed above the wardrobe

Wardrobe or dressing room?

Comfortable bedroom layout

The spacious dressing room is something out of a Hollywood movie. Lots of shelves for clothes, boxes with shoes and hats. Let's face it, in the dimensions of small bedrooms it is difficult to find space for a separate room.

• A sliding sliding door with a large mirror does not take up extra space when opened, and the mirror visually increases the space.
• If the space allows, the dressing room can be made to cover the entire width of the room, then the layout will become more harmonious, without unnecessary corners.
• The cost of a door and several shelves for storing clothes is much lower than a whole closet.

• The small area of ​​the room simply will not allow you to carve out square meters for a dressing room.
• The presence of two doors in a room creates discomfort, but a separate room will add corners and create the effect of a corridor.
• Even if you manage to carve out a few meters for a dressing room, it will be impossible to turn around, much less change clothes in it.

Even at the design project stage, install a socket to illuminate the cabinet. The light will automatically turn on and illuminate the inside of the cabinet. It is very comfortable!

Dressing room in the bedroom

. In this 18 meter long bedroom we used an invisible door that can be finished in the same material as the walls around it.

Lots of wardrobes in the bedroom

A selection of photos using a loft bed with a wardrobe below for large and small rooms:

BedsChoosing a loft bed with a work area for a children's room

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The nuances of making furniture

In order to get a high-quality bed design, you need to take into account some important nuances:

1. When drawing up a drawing, it is important to make sure that the future bed is reliable, especially if a child will sleep on it. If necessary, you can increase the height of the side boards and the width of the stairs.
2. If you purchase damp boards, you will need to dry them at home. The maximum humidity level should be no more than 17%, otherwise the frame will quickly deform. Before starting work, any tree must be at room temperature for at least 24 hours.
3. It is recommended to connect the parts together using glue using the tongue-and-groove method. To do this, you need to first form the tenons on the parts using a milling machine and make recesses in the racks according to their dimensions. In addition, you can strengthen the structure with European screws.
4. If you already have a ready-made mattress, then when drawing up the drawing you need to take its parameters into account. In addition, you will need to leave about 2-3 centimeters of free space for bedding.
5. During the assembly process, you will have to constantly use a building level to get perfectly even corners, otherwise the structure assembled “by eye” will turn out to be unstable.

During the construction process it is necessary to use a level

Mirror

A mirror in the bedroom, in addition to its main function, expands the space of the room, reflects light and makes the room more comfortable. We recommend placing it at the head. This will allow you not to be afraid of silhouettes in the dark.

You should not mount a mirror opposite the bed. This will create uncomfortable sleeping conditions. It is also not worth attaching it to the ceiling; fashion trends for this technique are long gone.

Thus, setting up a workspace in the bedroom is not difficult. However, it is important to first calculate and analyze many factors. The two zones should be harmoniously combined, without interfering with each other.

Bedroom with office on the balcony

One of the most profitable solutions. This organization of space provides a lot of opportunities for fruitful work:

• The place seems to be intended for such purposes; it is made isolated by default.
• The configuration, made in the form of a kind of niche, allows you to concentrate without disturbing others.
• The maximum amount of natural light has a positive effect on vision and increases performance.
• By keeping the door and window, you can achieve maximum privacy and concentration of thoughts.
• Work can take place even when everyone close to you is already asleep, including in the bedroom (if there is the aforementioned door and window).

Arrangement of a work area on the balcony Source retete-usoare.info A work office laid out on an insulated loggia Source uutvdome.ru