Bunk Beds | Loft Beds

Bunk Beds | Loft Beds

Description
Description

Bunk Beds are common types of bed systems made up of two or more beds stacked on top of each other. Efficiently utilizing the unused vertical space above the same area occupied by a single bed, bunk beds are structured to safely support two people sleeping simultaneously. Bunk beds are often found in spaces that require greater sleeping efficiency such as children’s bedrooms, hostels, dormitories, summer camps, prisons and military spaces.

Standard bunk beds are made up of two equal sized mattresses, but variations of bunk bed designs may use mismatched sizes, stack more than two beds, or become loft beds that exchange the bottom bed for an open multi-use space. Additional features such as ladders, storage, curtains, and safety railings can be incorporated for greater functionality.

History
History

Bunk beds, multi-tiered sleeping structures, originated as space-saving solutions for crowded living conditions, such as ships and army barracks. Over time, they transitioned to civilian homes, especially for children sharing rooms. Loft beds, a variation, elevated a single bed to free up floor space beneath for desks or storage. Their practicality made them popular in places with limited space, like dormitories or small apartments. From their utilitarian beginnings, bunk and loft beds became household staples, providing functional sleeping arrangements while maximizing room utility.

Future
Future

Loft and bunk beds are set to be even more versatile and space-efficient. Contemporary designs now feature integrated workstations, bookshelves, and wardrobe spaces. As multifunctional living areas become a norm, expect these beds to seamlessly blend sleep, work, and play. Materials will lean towards eco-friendly options, and customization will be prominent, allowing users to adapt beds to specific needs. Safety innovations, like improved railings or smart ladders, will also be significant. With urban living and room-sharing on the rise, these beds will continue to be vital in optimizing space.

Common Questions
Common Questions
What is the difference between a bunk bed and a loft bed?

Loft beds are similar in concept to bunk beds, but loft beds remove the lower bed in order to instead create an open space that can be used as a play area, work space, lounge, or storage space.

What age is safe for the top bed of a bunk bed?

The top bed of a bunk bed should not be used by children under the age of six years old. Warning labels advising this age should be present on every bunk bed.


How tall are bunk beds?

Bunk beds are designed in a range of common heights from 54”-74” (1.37-1.88 m) that should be considered based on the desired efficiency, room height, and user age.

Furniture

* Under Development *

63” | 160 cm
41.5” | 106 cm
77.5” | 197 cm
25.2 ft2 | 2.34 m2
Doshie Twin Over Twin Bed
160.000
106.000
197.000
2.34
5
https://p3d.in/e/lT9Xd
GUIDE
3D
Doshie Twin Over Twin BedView of the Doshie Metal Twin Over Twin Bed in 3D available for downloadView of the Doshie Metal Twin Over Twin Bed in 3D available for download
61.75” | 157 cm
41” | 104 cm
77.125” | 196 cm
21.5 ft2 | 2 m2
2005
IKEA Mydal Bunk Bed
157.000
104.000
196.000
2.00
2005.00
200
https://p3d.in/e/SRC2o
GUIDE
3D
IKEA Mydal Bunk BedPerspective view of a 3D model of the IKEA Mydal Bunk BedPerspective view of a 3D model of the IKEA Mydal Bunk Bed
63” | 160 cm
40.125” | 102 cm
77.75” | 198 cm
21.6 ft2 | 2 m2
2013
IKEA Norddal Bunk Bed
160.000
102.000
198.000
2.00
2013.00
10
https://p3d.in/e/mscio
GUIDE
3D
IKEA Norddal Bunk BedView of the IKEA Norddal Bunk Bed in 3D available for downloadView of the IKEA Norddal Bunk Bed in 3D available for download
84.25” | 214 cm
58.25” | 148 cm
79.875” | 203 cm
32.3 ft2 | 3 m2
2008
IKEA Storå Loft Bed
214.000
148.000
203.000
3.00
2008.00
500
https://p3d.in/e/yIMOI
GUIDE
3D
IKEA Storå Loft BedView of the IKEA Storå Loft Bed in 3D available for downloadView of the IKEA Storå Loft Bed in 3D available for download
71.625” | 182 cm
41.5” | 106 cm
77.5” | 197 cm
21.9 ft2 | 2 m2
2017
IKEA Stuva Loft Bed
182.000
106.000
197.000
2.00
2017.00
1100
https://p3d.in/e/EzxPe
GUIDE
3D
IKEA Stuva Loft Bed3D model of the IKEA Stuva Loft Bed viewed in perspective3D model of the IKEA Stuva Loft Bed viewed in perspective
62.625” | 159 cm
40.5” | 103 cm
78” | 198 cm
21.2 ft2 | 2 m2
2012
IKEA Svärta Bunk Bed
159.000
103.000
198.000
2.00
2012.00
250
https://p3d.in/e/0ehj5
GUIDE
3D
IKEA Svärta Bunk Bed3D model of the IKEA Svarta Bunk Bed viewed in perspective3D model of the IKEA Svarta Bunk Bed viewed in perspective
73.25” | 186 cm
40.5” | 103 cm
78” | 198 cm
22.4 ft2 | 2.1 m2
2012
IKEA Svärta Loft Bed
186.000
103.000
198.000
2.10
2012.00
500
https://p3d.in/e/okgVg
GUIDE
3D
IKEA Svärta Loft BedPerspective view of a 3D model of the IKEA Svarta Loft BedPerspective view of a 3D model of the IKEA Svarta Loft Bed
51.375” | 131 cm
40.5” | 103 cm
77.5” | 197 cm
23 ft2 | 2.1 m2
2015
IKEA Tuffing Bunk Bed
131.000
103.000
197.000
2.10
2015.00
250
https://p3d.in/e/12bYb
GUIDE
3D
IKEA Tuffing Bunk BedView of the IKEA Tuffing Bunk Bed in 3D available for downloadView of the IKEA Tuffing Bunk Bed in 3D available for download
70.5” | 179 cm
38.25” | 97 cm
81.875” | 208 cm
22.4 ft2 | 2.1 m2
2015
IKEA Tuffing Loft Bed
179.000
97.000
208.000
2.10
2015.00
50
https://p3d.in/e/t9Kf9
GUIDE
3D
IKEA Tuffing Loft Bed3D model of the IKEA Tuffing Loft Bed viewed in perspective3D model of the IKEA Tuffing Loft Bed viewed in perspective
63.75” | 162 cm
40.5” | 103 cm
77.5” | 197 cm
22.8 ft2 | 2.12 m2
2018
IKEA Vitval Bunk Bed
162.000
103.000
197.000
2.12
2018.00
0
https://p3d.in/e/or9Jc
GUIDE
3D
IKEA Vitval Bunk BedPerspective view of a 3D model of the IKEA Vitval Bunk BedPerspective view of a 3D model of the IKEA Vitval Bunk Bed
76.75” | 195 cm
40.5” | 103 cm
77.5” | 197 cm
23.6 ft2 | 2.19 m2
2018
IKEA Vitval Loft Bed
195.000
103.000
197.000
2.19
2018.00
0
https://p3d.in/e/F2JWY
GUIDE
3D
IKEA Vitval Loft Bed3D model of the IKEA Vitval Loft Bed viewed in perspective3D model of the IKEA Vitval Loft Bed viewed in perspective
64” | 163 cm
42.25” | 107 cm
78” | 198 cm
33.5 ft2 | 3.11 m2
Perch Bunk Bed
163.000
107.000
198.000
3.11
10
https://p3d.in/e/nZCCP
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3D
Perch Bunk BedPerspective view of a 3D model of the Perch Bunk BedPerspective view of a 3D model of the Perch Bunk Bed
68” | 173 cm
57” | 145 cm
78” | 198 cm
33.5 ft2 | 3.11 m2
Perch Loft Bed
173.000
145.000
198.000
3.11
5
https://p3d.in/e/qtCCc
GUIDE
3D
Perch Loft Bed3D model of the Perch Loft Bed viewed in perspective3D model of the Perch Loft Bed viewed in perspective
65” | 165 cm
58.25” | 148 cm
77.5” | 197 cm
29.6 ft2 | 2.75 m2
Rafael Twin Over Full Bunk Bed
165.000
148.000
197.000
2.75
5
https://p3d.in/e/0AsbD
GUIDE
3D
Rafael Twin Over Full Bunk BedView of the Rafael Twin Over Full Bunk Bed in 3D available for downloadView of the Rafael Twin Over Full Bunk Bed in 3D available for download
67.6” | 172 cm
43.1” | 109 cm
81.6” | 207 cm
22.2 ft2 | 2.06 m2
TipToe Bunk Bed
172.000
109.000
207.000
2.06
0
https://p3d.in/e/AEJw0
GUIDE
3D
TipToe Bunk BedPerspective view of a 3D model of the TipToe Bunk BedPerspective view of a 3D model of the TipToe Bunk Bed
IKEA Mydal Bunk Bed
Size comparison of the IKEA Mydal Bunk Bed to two children

The IKEA Mydal Bunk Bed is an untreated solid pine wood bunk bed that can be left natural or painted as desired. Designed by IKEA as a durable and timeless bunk bed solution, the IKEA Mydal Bunk Bed celebrates simple recyclable and renewable materials to respect the environment.

The IKEA Mydal Bunk Bed is designed for twin mattresses and has a length of 77.125” (196 cm), width of 41” (104 cm), and height of 61.75” (157 cm).

Plan and elevation drawings with dimensions of the IKEA Mydal Bunk Bed
The IKEA Mydal Bunk Bed is a durable and untreated solid pine wood bunk bed that can be left natural or painted as desired.

The IKEA Mydal Bunk Bed is designed for twin mattresses and has a length of 77.125” (196 cm), width of 41” (104 cm), and height of 61.75” (157 cm).

Plan and elevation drawings with dimensions of the IKEA Mydal Bunk Bed
IKEA Mydal Bunk Bed
Height:
61.75” | 157 cm
Width:
41” | 104 cm
Length:
77.125” | 196 cm
Depth:
Clearance Below
28.5” | 72 cm
Weight:
Area:
21.5 ft2 | 2 m2

Max Weight Load: 220 lb | 100 kg
Bed Size: Twin

Materials
Solid pine
Designer
IKEA
Year
2005

Drawings include:
IKEA Mydal Bunk Bed front elevation, front (children), side, plan

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IKEA Svärta Loft Bed
Illustration of the IKEA Svärta Loft Bed comparing the size to a young boy

The IKEA Svärta Loft Bed is an industrial style steel loft frame that frees up space below for multi-functional uses. Designed by Tord Björklund for IKEA, the IKEA Svärta Loft Bed can be modified with the related IKEA Svärta desk top surface to transform the lower space into a space efficient work space.

The IKEA Svärta Loft Bed is designed for a twin mattress and has a length of 78” (198 cm), width of 40.5” (103 cm), height of 73.25” (186 cm), and provides a lower clear space height of 57.125” (145 cm).

Dimensioned drawings of the IKEA Svärta Loft Bed measuring height, width, length, and clearance
The IKEA Svärta Loft Bed is an industrial style steel loft frame that frees up space below for multi-functional uses. Designed by Tord Björklund, the IKEA Svärta Loft Bed can be modified with the related IKEA Svärta desk top surface to transform the lower space into a space efficient work space.

The IKEA Svärta Loft Bed is designed for a twin mattress and has a length of 78” (198 cm), width of 40.5” (103 cm), height of 73.25” (186 cm), and provides a lower clear space height of 57.125” (145 cm).

Dimensioned drawings of the IKEA Svärta Loft Bed measuring height, width, length, and clearance
IKEA Svärta Loft Bed
Height:
73.25” | 186 cm
Width:
40.5” | 103 cm
Length:
78” | 198 cm
Depth:
Clearance Below
57.125” | 145 cm
Weight:
Area:
22.4 ft2 | 2.1 m2

Bed Size: Twin

Materials
Powder-coated steel
Designer
Tord Björklund (IKEA)
Year
2012

Drawings include:
IKEA Svärta Loft Bed front elevation, front (child), side, plan

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Perch Loft Bed

The Perch Loft Bed features only a top bunk, kid-friendly ladder, and safety wall around it to prevent kids from falling during sleep. The compact footprint makes it ideal for small spaces and the space saved underneath ideal for play or storage. You can also combine it with the Perch Lower Twin bed to create a complete bunk bed.

The Perch Loft Bed has an overall height of 68” (173 cm), width of 57” (145 cm), and length of 78” (198 cm). There is a clearance of 52” (132 cm) below the top platform.

Dimensioned drawings of the Perch Loft Bed with height, width, depth and clearance measurements in plan and elevation
The Perch Loft Bed features only a top bunk, kid-friendly ladder, and safety wall around it to prevent kids from falling during sleep. The compact footprint makes it ideal for small spaces and the space saved underneath ideal for play or storage. You can combine it with the Perch Lower Twin bed.

The Perch Loft Bed has an overall height of 68” (173 cm), width of 57” (145 cm), and length of 78” (198 cm). There is a clearance of 52” (132 cm) below the top platform.

Dimensioned drawings of the Perch Loft Bed with height, width, depth and clearance measurements in plan and elevation
Perch Loft Bed
Height:
68” | 173 cm
Width:
57” | 145 cm
Length:
78” | 198 cm
Depth:
Clearance Below
52” | 132 cm
Weight:
Area:
33.5 ft2 | 3.11 m2
Materials
Birch plywood and MDF
Designer
Oeuf
Year

Drawings include:
Perch Loft Bed front elevation, back, side, plan

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Doshie Metal Twin Over Twin Bed

The Doshie Metal Twin Over Twin Bed has a contemporary silhouette look with built-in ladders for accessing the top bunk and ideal for a kid's room. The Doshie Metal Twin Over Twin Bed has enough space below the top bunk to allow kids and babies to play. It also accommodates a twin-size mattress without extra configuration.

The Doshie Metal Twin Over Twin Bed has an overall height of 63” (160 cm), width of 41.5” (106 cm), and length of 77.5” (197 cm). There is a clearance of 37” (94 cm) between the top and bottom beds.

Collection of drawings of the Doshie Metal Twin Over Twin Bed with height, width, depth, and clearance dimensions
The Doshie Metal Twin Over Twin Bed has a contemporary silhouette look with built-in ladders for accessing the top bunk and ideal for a kid's room. The Doshie Metal Twin Over Twin Bed has enough space below the top bunk to allow kids and babies to play.

The Doshie Metal Twin Over Twin Bed has an overall height of 63” (160 cm), width of 41.5” (106 cm), and length of 77.5” (197 cm). There is a clearance of 37” (94 cm) between the top and bottom beds.

Collection of drawings of the Doshie Metal Twin Over Twin Bed with height, width, depth, and clearance dimensions
Doshie Metal Twin Over Twin Bed
Height:
63” | 160 cm
Width:
41.5” | 106 cm
Length:
77.5” | 197 cm
Depth:
Clearance Below
37” | 94 cm
Weight:
Area:
25.2 ft2 | 2.34 m2
Materials
Metal frame
Designer
Make & Milo
Year

Drawings include:
Doshie Metal Twin Over Twin Bed front elevation, back, side, plan

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IKEA Tuffing Loft Bed
Drawing comparing the size of the IKEA Tuffing Loft Bed to an average young girl

The IKEA Tuffing Loft Bed is minimal steel frame loft bed with polyester guard rails, a central ladder, and an open lower space that can be used for a variety of functions. Designed by IKEA as a low cost and flexible loft frame, the IKEA Tuffing Loft Bed can be customized as a work space with the addition of the IKEA SVÄRTA desk top surface.

The IKEA Tuffing Loft Bed is designed for a twin mattress and has a length of 81.875” (208 cm), width of 38.25” (97 cm), height of 70.5” (179 cm), and provides a lower clear space height of 57.125” (145 cm).

Plan and elevation drawings of the IKEA Tuffing Loft Bed with dimensions
The IKEA Tuffing Loft Bed is minimal steel frame loft bed with polyester guard rails, a central ladder, and an open lower space that can be used for a variety of functions.

The IKEA Tuffing Loft Bed is designed for a twin mattress and has a length of 81.875” (208 cm), width of 38.25” (97 cm), height of 70.5” (179 cm), and provides a lower clear space height of 57.125” (145 cm).

Plan and elevation drawings of the IKEA Tuffing Loft Bed with dimensions
IKEA Tuffing Loft Bed
Height:
70.5” | 179 cm
Width:
38.25” | 97 cm
Length:
81.875” | 208 cm
Depth:
Clearance Below
57.125” | 145 cm
Weight:
Area:
22.4 ft2 | 2.1 m2

Bed Size: Twin

Materials
Powder-coated steel frame; polyester guard rail
Designer
IKEA
Year
2015

Drawings include:
IKEA Tuffing Loft Bed front elevation, front (child), side, plan

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