Storage Beds 101: Bedroom Storage and Style

When it comes to bedrooms, priorities are changing! Whether you live in a studio apartment or a suburban mansion, your bedroom needs function and beauty. Storage and function now control your bedroom layout but that doesn't mean it needs to be boring. Combine the best of both worlds and create a beautiful bedroom that's functional with built-in storage. There are multiple options for Storage Beds and whether you're trying to accommodate a small bedroom or you're filling a large home a storage bed is always functional.

Bookcase Beds/Headboard Storage

Aspenhome Contour Bookcase Bed at Belfort Furniture

As the name implies, bookcase beds combine the functionality of bookcases into beautiful beds. Featuring some form of shelving, bookcase beds don't restrict you to only displaying books - the shelving is perfect for picture frames, collectibles, or electronics! Perfect for apartment bedroom furniture!

Legacy Classic Kids Madison Bookcase Bed

The Benefits of Bookcase Beds:

-Easier than adding shelving to your bedroom walls

-Can save space by replacing a nightstand

-Great for displaying and organizing items

While bookcase beds are perfect for displaying items, you may want to consider a different storage option if you prefer to keep things out of sight!

Footboard Storage Drawers

Aspenhome Cambridge Storage Bed at Belfort Furniture

Increasingly popular, beds with footboard storage drawers offer ample storage without sacrificing the overall look of the bed. These storage drawers are perfect for extra bed linens or out of season clothing.

Eleanor Storage Bed at Belfort Furniture

The Benefits of Beds with Footboard Storage Drawers:

-Often feature cedar-lined drawers to help protect against moisture

-Bed style doesn't typically require a box-spring

-Common on low-profile or platform beds

-Ideal for making the most out of limited floor space

Tip! Be sure to take into account the length of the bed with the footboard storage drawers fully extended to ensure your bed choice will fit in your desired space!

Under-bed Storage

Like footboard storage drawers, under-bed storage drawers won't take up additional space throughout your room. Ideal for storing extra linens or clothing, under-bed storage drawers typically slide out from the sides of the beds. These can be one long drawer with internal partitions or multiple drawers at each side.

Cottage Daybed with Underbed Storage at Belfort Furniture

The Benefits of Beds with Underbed Storage:

-Drawers may be available for either side of the bed, or both

-Often feature cedar-lined drawers to help protect against moisture

-Common with youth beds, often called 'Captain's Beds'

If you prefer a sleeker look for your bedroom, you may want to consider an alternative storage option as under-bed storage can tend to look bulky.

Tip! Be sure to take into account the width of the bed with the storage drawers fully extended to ensure your bed choice will fit in your desired space!

Griffin Storage Bed at Belfort Furniture

To view more storage bed options, visit our Furniture Campus in Dulles, Virginia. With four showrooms filled with hundreds of room settings, our showrooms are sure to provide ideas and inspiration to fill your home. Need some Design Help? Visit our new Design Help page to provide a photo of your room, a description of what you're looking for, and some other information to get started today!