Inspiring Murphy Beds
Need More Space? Stash the Guest Bed in the Wall
Kerrie Kelly
February 24, 2011
In remodeling my 1945 home, I wanted to create a multi-functional space I could use for guests, exercise and an additional office area. My sidekick and I have always been enamored with murphy beds and their ability to add versatility to a space. It seemed like the perfect time to introduce the concept in our own home. So I bought a $299 murphy bed mechanism, which came with plans and instructions for building a simple wall bed frame. I hired a cabinet crew to build and install the frame, attach the mechanism and flank it with bookcases. Construction costs came to about $700, including materials and labor.
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Then when my painter painted the walls and trim of the space, he simply matched the murphy bed and bookcase paint to the baseboard and crown molding, giving it a built-in look. We finished it all off with a queen size mattress and bedding from Target's DwellStudio. Now work, exercise, sleep ... all can be accomplished in this room. I can't believe how comfortable our guests say their stays are here.
Read on for more murphy bed ideas. Will one inspire you to consider this multi-functional way of living?
Read on for more murphy bed ideas. Will one inspire you to consider this multi-functional way of living?
An extremely interactive space is a play area with the bed up and a comfy sleep space when the bed is kicked down.
Murphy beds and wallbeds save lots of space while providing a comfortable bed whenever you need it. This room looks great when the bed is hidden in its armoire-like furniture piece ...
Functional indeed, with ample storage for hundreds of books or collectibles. The bookcases effortlessly glide on sturdy tracks to reveal the wall bed.
Stylish bookcase or cozy sleeper? This remote-control model from Zoom Room is both.
Beautiful cabinetry hides the mechanics of this murphy bed. An office by day can easily turn into a modern bedroom at night.
Simple and stylish, this bed provides a modern look with easy pull-down access.
This sleek system is designed to be practical and innovative. When closed would you ever know that there is a bed behind the wall?
Every style can be accommodated when considering a murphy bed.
An custom cabinet face hides this pull-down bed.
Whether you have a low ceiling, narrow room, or just love the contemporary look, this horizontal panel bed is a perfect solution.
A murphy bed with two side cabinets offers great storage along with the benefit of a murphy bed.
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peg8492, that looks amazing. How do the books stay in the case? Does it have a transparent front?
The bookcase style doors smoothly guide to the side...which does not disturb the books.
I liked all murphy beds nice article very helpful.