Built-in storage has emerged as a major interior design trend over the last several years. In her article “Storage: An Essential Element In A Small Home” for Forbes, Sheri Koones explains. Koones writes that “one of the aspects at the top of almost all homeowners ‘want’ lists is adequate storage,” with built-in storage prioritized over bins and boxes. According to Koones, “the most common way to include storage in the house is with a variety of types of built-ins.” Though Koones notes that “cabinets and bookshelves are the most common types of storage used in homes...there are also other types of creative ways to store items” such as storage beds. IKEA spokeswoman Janice Simonsen seconds this, quoted by Megan Buerger in her article “Small-space living: Storage beds” for The Washington Post. Simonsen explains that storage beds have “‘become a huge priority’” for her company in recent months. Although the company has always offered “‘under-bed storage options like bins and whatnot, now people want built-ins.’” Homeowners prefer built-in storage like that offered in a storage bed because “‘it’s cleaner and it looks more expensive.’” Not only do storage beds create a cleaner aesthetic, but they also free-up space for additional furniture and activities. During a time when more Americans are working from home than ever before, flexible interiors are a must. Opting for a storage bed instead of a traditional bed means there is suddenly space left over for a reading nook or a workspace. To clean up your bedroom, follow below for our list of the best space-saving storage beds of 2024.
Benefits of Buying a Storage Bed for Your Home
Unlike traditional beds, storage beds offer tons of under-mattress storage. Depending on the height of the storage bed, one can often fit generously sized cubbies, bins and baskets filled with clothes and other items. Storage beds are great for spaces with armoires, dressers or closets that are not large enough to store off-season clothes or linens. By reducing the amount of stuff in each of these furniture pieces, homeowners are better able to assess and access what they have. This provides a more streamlined appearance throughout the bedroom’s interior as well as within the drawers and cubbies of each furniture piece. Many of today’s storage beds are also more attractive than traditional beds. While storage beds were once bulky and unattractive, today’s storage beds are sleek and modern. Follow below for our picks for 2024.
Different Types of Storage Beds
There are eight common types of storage beds currently offered on the market today. These include bunk beds with storage, platform storage beds, beds with headboard storage and loft beds with storage drawers. Others include beds with trundles, corner sofa beds with storage, futon beds with storage and lift up storage beds. Storage beds with lift-up and pull-out mechanisms are typically most popular for master bedrooms while futon beds with storage tend to be popular for guest bedrooms and living rooms. Bunk beds with storage, loft beds with storage and trundle beds with storage are very popular for children and are often found in kids’ bedrooms and dorm rooms. Storage beds with headboard storage are typically outfitted with small bookshelves or nightstands which are set into the frame or headboard of the bed.
5 Best Storage Beds for the Budget-Conscious Shopper
Because storage beds are multifunctional pieces of furniture, they typically cost more than traditional bed frames. It is not uncommon to find storage beds listed online for $1,500 or more. However, there are a number of options available for under $600. Below, we list five of the best storage beds for budget-conscious shoppers -- all under $600!
#1 Larese Beige Fabric Upholstered 2-Drawer Queen Size Platform Storage Bed
One of several storage beds with upholstered headboards available through 1StopBedrooms for under $600 is the Larese Beige Fabric Upholstered 2-Drawer Queen Size Platform Storage Bed. Feminine, cozy and elegant, this platform storage bed is perfect for a glamorous master bedroom. The scalloped edges of this headboard add a bit of drama while the textural linen upholstery fabric provides a touch of sophistication. Our Larese Beige Fabric Upholstered 2-Drawer Queen Size Platform Storage Bed is equipped with two drawers within the platform to stash sheets, sweaters and other items.
Made in Malaysia, this bed is constructed from MDF wood, rubberwood and LVL. Find the Larese Beige Fabric Upholstered 2-Drawer Queen Size Platform Storage Bed online through 1StopBedrooms in one of three colorways. These colorways include Dark Gray, Light Gray and Beige.
#2 Netti Light Grey Fabric Upholstered 2-Drawer Queen Size Platform Storage Bed
Perhaps the most versatile storage bed on this list, we love the Netti Light Grey Fabric Upholstered 2-Drawer Queen Size Platform Storage Bed from the Netti Collection by Baxton Studio. The tufted headboard upholstered in linen-like polyester fabric and the delicate black feet on this storage bed make it simultaneously classic and contemporary. Constructed from MDF wood, rubberwood and LVL, this storage bed is easy to assemble and perfectly lightweight.
This storage bed also comes equipped with two pull-out drawers along the footboard, allowing shoppers to store a variety of items below. Find the Netti Light Grey Fabric Upholstered 2-Drawer Queen Size Platform Storage Bed online through 1StopBedrooms in one of three colorways. These colorways include Dark Gray, Light Gray and Beige.
#3 Baxton Studio Jamie Modern And Contemporary Two-Tone Oak And Grey Wood Queen 2-Drawer Queen Size Storage Platform Bed
The Baxton Studio Jamie Modern And Contemporary Two-Tone Oak And Grey Wood Queen 2-Drawer Queen Size Storage Platform Bed Jamie Collection by Baxton Studio is third on our list. This storage bed’s silhouette is very similar to that of the Netti Light Grey Fabric Upholstered 2-Drawer Queen Size Platform Storage Bed. However, the Jamie Modern Storage Bed is a bit more masculine and angular than the Netti. Because of this, the Jamie is perfect for interiors with an industrial edge.
We love the two-tone finishing of this bed, which includes mock oak and grey PU veneer. Two large drawers pull out from under the bed, one on the right side and one on the left.
#4 Baxton Studio Geoffrey Modern and Contemporary Dark Brown Finished Wood Queen Size Platform Storage Bed with Shelves
Fourth on our list of budget-friendly storage beds is the Baxton Studio Geoffrey Modern and Contemporary Dark Brown Finished Wood Queen Size Platform Storage Bed with Shelves. This modern and contemporary bed set features a sophisticated dark brown finish, which fits right in with both industrial and coastal interiors. Made in Malaysia, this bed is constructed from solid wood. Though the solid wood construction makes this bed a bit heavier than others on this list, it adds to the bed’s durability.
The angled headboard provides shoppers with lots of storage. We love that the cubbies in this bookshelf headboard are different sizes, allowing buyers to stash different types of items.
#5 Baxton Studio Regina Modern Rustic Ash Walnut Brown Finished Wood Full Size Platform Storage Bed with Built-In Shelves
The Baxton Studio Regina Full Size Platform Storage Bed pairs sleek modern lines with a lovely rustic aesthetic. For a storage bed that is easy to assemble but absolutely stunning to look at, we highly recommend the Baxton Studio Regina Modern Rustic Ash Walnut Brown Finished Wood Full Size Platform Storage Bed with Built-In Shelves. Large enough to fit a king-sized mattress, the Baxton Studio Regina Bed is both beautiful and budget-friendly.
Constructed from rubberwood and MDF wood, this storage bed is very lightweight. Despite its easy assembly and lightweight construction, this storage bed is sturdy and reliable. We love the bed’s ash walnut brown finish. Store houseplants, books and trinkets in the cubbies along the front for a clean, curated display.
Top-5 Highly Rated Storage Beds for 2024
From a bed with half a dozen built-in drawers to another upholstered in eco leather, the following six storage beds are some of the highest rated on the 1StopBedrooms website. The best storage beds combine stylish exteriors and high-performance materials with durability and plenty of hidden storage. Follow below for six of the most highly rated storage beds for 2024, along with reviews from verified 1StopBedrooms customers.
#1 Caitbrook Gray King Storage Panel Bed
The Caitbrook Gray King Storage Panel Bed is one of the highest rated storage beds available through 1StopBedrooms, receiving an average 4.8 stars from verified buyers who reviewed the bed. This highly-rated storage bed is constructed from engineered wood and finished with solid wood veneers that have a lovely gray finish. With its weathered exterior, this bed is perfect for coastal interiors and is easily complemented by soft blues, grays and whites. Delicate hardware adds to the casual elegance of this storage bed while almost a dozen drawers make it one of the most versatile pieces of furniture on this list.
Available Sizes
Full, Queen, King and California King
Verified Buyer Reviews
On 15 October 2019, Courtney G awarded the Caitbrook Gray King Storage Panel Bed 5 out of 5 Stars, saying that she was “very pleased with the sturdy Caitbrook Bed.” She noted that she “couldn’t be happier with the look and quality of this piece,” adding that “Ashley makes attractive furniture affordable.”
Reviewing the bed on 15 August 2019, verified buyer Katherine S awarded the Caitbrook Gray King Storage Panel Bed 5 out of 5 Stars, saying that if buyers can “afford only one piece of furniture for their house,” they should “make it the Caitbrook Bed.” Katherine S described the bed as “a fully functional stylish piece that will gather compliments, not dust.”
#2 Kiu Upholstered Storage Bed (Queen)
In our earlier post “15 Stylish Storage Beds for the Small-Space Home,” we awarded the Kiu Upholstered Storage Bed first place in our “Best Lift-Up Storage Bed” category. Not only is the Kiu Upholstered Storage Bed incredibly stylish, but the mattress baise lifts much higher than most lift-up storage beds do. Because the lift-mechanism extends so far, it is incredibly easy to access linens and other items stashed within the bed’s cubbies. Dividers in the base of this storage bed make organizing extremely simple as well. A three-dimensional, geometric headboard and eco leather base make this storage bed glamorous and intriguing. Made in Spain from solid wood, the durability of this storage bed ensures it will last.
Available Sizes
Queen
Verified Buyer Reviews
In her 06 November 2019 review, buyer Susan H praises the Kiu Upholstered Storage Bed, describing it as “quality” and giving it a 5-star review. She noted that she had “been searching for ESF and found well-priced selections on 1StopBedroom.com.” Susan H was “so impressed with the ease of order, delivery and customer service” upon ordering her Kiu Upholstered Storage Bed. In the future, Susan H plans to purchase “matching Kiu collection pieces.”
Writing a review on 01 November 2019, Magda G also gave the Kiu Upholstered Storage Bed a 5-star review. Magda noted that “the bed itself seems to be very well made and for the price that she paid she is a very happy customer.”
#3 Mar Storage Wall Bed
If you are looking for a storage bed that combines the warm wood of mid century modern design with the sleekness of contemporary interiors, the Mar Storage Wall Bed is perfect for you! Wood veneers in a natural walnut finish lend this bed a mid-century modern aesthetic while the eco white leather of the bed’s headboard provides a bit of retro glam. We love the high gloss white lacquer, glass shelves and built-in lights -- all of which make this bed multifunctional. With shelving built-in to the headboard, this bed hardly needs more storage, but the lift-up platform provides lots of added space for linens and clothes.
Available Sizes
Queen
Verified Buyer Reviews
Ajay H reviewed the Mar Storage Wall Bed on 02 February 2019, awarding the bed five out of five stars on the 1StopBedrooms website. This reviewer noted that the “Mar Bed looks exceptional in my new apartment.” He described the Mar Storage Wall Bed as “a show-stopper.”
#4 Pur Chocolate Queen Wall Extra Storage Bed
The Pur Chocolate Queen Wall Extra Storage Bed is part of the Pur Chocolate Collection
Combining from 1StopBedrooms. We recommend this storage bed for small spaces like lofts, condos and studio apartments. In addition to a bed, this piece includes two fixed shelves, three adjustable shelves and two clothing rods. A modern murphy bed, this storage bed folds up to the wall so you can extend available floor space. When folded to the wall, this murphy bed looks just like a stylish, solid wood cabinet. This bed is compatible with most queen mattresses less than one foot thick.
Available Sizes
Queen
Verified Buyer Reviews
Writing his five-star review of the Pur Chocolate Queen Wall Extra Storage Bed on 07 December 2016, Josh T noted that “this Bestar Pur Bed didn't disappoint.” Josh described the bed as “a beautiful piece of furniture that seems to be well made.”
Buyer T. A. also gave the Pur Chocolate Queen Wall Extra Storage Bed a five-star review, noting that while they “don't like to write reviews they feel that this Pur collection should be noticed.” The bed this shopper purchased “was exemplary in design and quality.”
#5 Fairborn Dark Gray Queen Upholstered Platform Storage Bed
Last on our list of highly-rated storage beds is the Fairborn Dark Gray Queen Upholstered Platform Storage Bed. This stylish storage bed is from the Homelegance Fairborn Collection, most of which is available through 1StopBedrooms. The mansion-style headboard of this storage bed oozes elegance, glamour and drama with its nailhead accents and button tufting. Buyers can store their linens and off-season clothes in the roomy footboard drawer. This bed is available in three different colorways: beige, brown and gray.
Available Sizes
Full, Queen, King and California King
Verified Buyer Reviews
Writing her five-star review of the Fairborn Dark Gray Queen Upholstered Platform Storage Bed on 16 October 2018, Megan T noted that she “absolutely loves her new Fairborn Bed!.” According to Megan, the Fairborn Upholstered Platform Storage Bed is “even nicer than in the photos, and what a quality piece.”
Buyer P. M. also gave a five-star review, noting that they were “pleasantly surprised.” This reviewer described the bed as “visually appealing and exactly what they were looking for. Glad I took the chance on the Fairborn!”
