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The bed is one of the items of furniture that most lends itself to optimising space. It does not need to take up space that we need for something else, if we are only going to use it to rest. There are many alternatives to suit all tastes and budgets. From traditional sofa beds, which have evolved considerably, which hide the folded base and mattress, to the raised bed, an option that is often used in children’s bedrooms, and all kinds of seating that turns into a bed, the range of products has intensified and there are a tremendous amount of options. 

The best option is still the sofa bed, since designers have made an effort to offer high quality pieces which are easy to open into elements for rest which are nothing like the options available decades ago which were so hard to open out. 

Modular and multipurpose sofas

The most innovative options in this respect include modular sofas and multipurpose sofas. The former do not have a defined shape or size, they are made from separate pieces which allow you to put them together as you like, in a straight line or in a corner. Modular sofas have not been specifically designed as elements for rest, but they undoubtedly offer this possibility, by organising the modules in the shape of a bed. Furthermore, as with multipurpose beds, you gain space as you can achieve two functions with a single piece of furniture. 

Multipurpose sofas, however, are designed to be turned into beds. The new designs also offer no end of additional features which bring added value to their function as elements for rest. As such, some of them have sides which turn into enormous trays which can be used as bedside tables or to house drawers, and others incorporate lamps so that people can read before going to sleep… In short, there are many options in terms of materials, designs and structures. We must not forget the foldable poufs which are very easy to convert into comfortable beds, which can also be used to optimise the space in your home.   

Children’s bedrooms 

The children’s bedroom is one of the rooms in the house where there is never enough room since children and young people need a room in which to play, study and keep their things (toys, computer, game console, television set, clothes…). Raised beds work very well here, under which you can put a desk, wardrobe or other item of furniture for clothing and accessories. 

This optimises the vertical space and that way several functions are catered for in a single area: study, storage and rest. Bunk beds are a practical solution when siblings have to share the same room.  An interesting option for children between the ages of two and eight years old are sleeping bags and mats which can easily be laid out on the floor at night-time and put away during the day. They are very comfortable, they come in fun designs in bright colours popular with children, and are very cheap compared to traditional beds with a base and mattress. It is always advisable to have a sleeping bag/mat available to accommodate your children’s friends, cousins and other small relatives who need to spend the night at your house. 

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