Space-Saving Murphy Beds Are Back

When you hear the term Murphy bed or wall bed you might picture a small, springy mattress tucked behind a closet door.

Murphy beds have come a long way in recent years, and they are showing up in smaller houses and condos once more for good reason.

Murphy bed

A Murphy bed in chocolate pear tucks away in this home library.

Not your mother’s Hide-A-Bed

In her article featured in The Globe and Mail last year writer, Ellen Himelfarb describes the new slick designs as, “Not your mother’s hide-a-bed, to be sure.” She noted the demand for Murphy beds is increasing.

Versatile design is key

New designs have transformed the Murphy bed into a space-saving, stylish and comfortable addition to one’s home. Murphy beds are now designed to look great whether they’re in use, or tucked away.

Reclaim your space

Wall beds help you reclaim your space. If you live in a tiny condo, a Murphy bed is essentially a must-have. Unlike regular beds, Murphy beds take up no space during the day.

You can design a workroom, a work out area, dining room, office or even a living room around a Murphy bed. Use the space the way you want to during the day.

When it’s time to go to sleep, simply pull down your bed and enjoy resting on a high-quality, comfortable mattress.

The right fit

When guests come to stay, they’ll never guess that there’s a bed hiding behind your beautiful cabinetry.

The newest wall bed designs can be customized to fit right into your home’s style. This ensures your wall bed enhances your overall design.

Easy to operate wall bed

Spring-balanced Murphy beds are safe and easy to operate.

Easy-peasy to operate

The latest wall beds are easy to lift and pull down. “And they don’t take 500 pounds of person-power to stow away,” Himelfarb wrote.

Companies now offer beds designed with ease of use in mind. Organized Interiors’ wall beds, for example, feature a patented spring-based mechanism that makes both lifting and lowering the bed a breeze. And safe!

When you live in a small space, the Murphy bed simply makes the most sense.

How a Wall Bed Improved Valerie’s Condo

When Valerie Tunis moved to her condo just west of Toronto, she was looking for a way to turn a second bedroom into a multi-functional space.

The room measured 9′ x 14′ and had to work as a home office, a den, and a guest room.

Condo living

She found the answer in a magazine specializing in condo living. To save space and add a bed to an office/den, the best solution was a murphy bed.

It folds out of the way during the day and turns the room into a guest space at night. Valerie was sold and purchased a custom murphy wall bed from Organized Interiors.

A modern wall bed creates an instant guest room in a condo.

A murphy bed creates an instant guest room in any condo.

Easy to operate

At 120 pounds she was concerned that she wouldn’t be strong enough to pull down the wall bed by herself.

To her surprise, it was a breeze. She even moved her desk by herself to accommodate the open bed with the help of furniture sliders.

Wall bed demonstration

Comfortable mattress

After years of use by her visiting family she will happily tell you that her mother-in-law, daughter, granddaughter, and grandson have each had a turn at the bed and found it to be extremely comfortable.

The mattress that came with the wall bed is in great shape proving that murphy beds stand the test of time.

Increase resale value

In the future if she decides to move, Valerie believes the wall bed will add value to the resale of her condo.

Strong warranty support on Murphy Bed hardware

The Murphy Bed hardware used on Organized Interiors wall beds is supported by a 25-year manufacturer’s warranty – so you know it’s reliable.

Organized Interiors offers wall bed instructions resource for realtors to demonstrate the bed features during showings.

Take it with you

If Valerie decides to take the bed with her, Organized Interiors can disassemble, pack the components, load the truck, transport it, unload and reassemble the wall bed in her new home.
Talk about customer service and satisfaction!

Valerie is a big fan of her Murphy bed and the attention she received from the professionals at Organized Interiors. Here is what she had to say about her wall bed:
Valerie Tunis

Love our Murphy Bed! Our spare room is an office/guest room! Couldn’t have asked for a better company to install it (very clean & efficient) and love the quality. It is now six years old and there have been no issues with it – it’s like new! The mattress that was supplied with the bed is very comfortable! Everyone should have one!

Murphy bed test drive

Visit the Organized Interiors showroom and see how easy the wall beds are to use. Lay down on one. Find out how comfortable the mattress is.

If you have any questions contact us or talk to one of the design consultants in our showroom.

Wall Beds: Plan Now for Overnight Holiday Guests

Is it too soon to start planning your holidays?

Not if you’re expecting guests to stay over. If you’re short on space but still want to project that cosy B&B vibe, then set your plans in motion now.

Instant guest room

You can turn almost any room into an instant guest room with a wall bed. The old fashioned, oversized, clumsy pull-down contraption is long gone.

Today’s wall beds feature sophisticated design combined with simple function.

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Comfortable mattress

A wall bed is a real bed with a comfortable, quality coil mattress. They come in different sizes depending on the amount of space you have – single, double or queen.

If you’ve been using a lumpy pullout couch for your overnight guests, they’re probably not getting a good night’s sleep.

Transform your space

Designed to blend into any space, the newest wall beds feature everything from added hideaway pillow and bedding storage to pull out bedside tables and wardrobe cupboards for hanging clothes.

It’s like an instant hotel room.

Office by day

If you have the space for an office in your home you can convert it into the ultimate guest suite. With proper spatial planning you can design your workspace around a bed that tucks away when not in use.

There are multiple ways to incorporate a wall bed. Surround it with floor-to-ceiling shelving for an impressive, built-in library wall. Your office desk and workspace can be designed to tuck away when not in use.

The configurations and customization options are almost endless.

Home office and spare bedroom with wall bed

Small den/big guest bed

Wall beds suit small spaces like today’s condo dens. Most are small, windowless spaces tucked into an apartment but have loads of potential.

A wall bed can turn it into a multi-functional area that’s always ready for overnight company. Built-in lighting and storage features make it an attractive option, even when it’s closed.

Almost any wall can work

Even a living room wall can convert into a great place for a wall bed. A contemporary entertainment unit complete with bar and TV could be disguising your guest “suite”.

With today’s finishing options this solution can blend seamlessly with your décor.

Wall bed in a condo for overnight guests

Book now

We’re entering the busiest season for designers because like you, everyone else has started thinking about refreshing their décor in time for holiday entertaining.

If you are in need of more than just a festive throw and some holiday-themed cushions, it may even be too late.

There’s always the blow up air mattress you bought last year, or you can book a free in-home consultation to find out the best place to put a wall bed in your home.

Entertainment Unit: 5 Ways to Maximize Your Wall Space

Don’t let a small space limit how you entertain.

Custom storage solutions allow you to maximize wall space and create a functional entertaining area in your home.

Here are five ways to maximize wall space with an entertainment unit in a small room.

1. Add horizontal storage

Every living room needs storage space to prevent clutter and help you stay organized. Instead of relying on multiple small furniture pieces for storage, take advantage of the length of a wall with one long, integrated storage solution.

A counter height and depth console is the right height for a flat screen TV and can be custom outfitted with closed and open storage.

Mix cupboards, drawers and shelves based on your entertainment storage needs.

Wall to wall entertainment unit

2. Install a floor-to-ceiling unit

Take advantage of vertical space by making your entertainment unit as tall as possible.

Keep functional items for entertaining within reach, use open shelves for displaying and to store game systems, electronics, board games, etcetera behind closed doors.

3. Hide a bed

Horizontal or vertical storage can be custom outfitted with a wall bed for overnight guests. Invisible when tucked away, a fold-out bed can be incorporated with plenty of storage built in around it.

4. Incorporate a bar

If your living room is not large enough for a home bar, no problem! You can add a mini-bar to your entertainment unit that allows you to easily mix drinks and serve guests without even leaving the room.

Be sure to include under-mount cabinet lighting to enhance the bar’s functionality and ambience.

Mini-bar built into an entertainment unit.

5. Get cozy with a fireplace

An entertainment unit does more than just house your TV and store your DVDs and Blu-ray discs.

It also allows you to enjoy cozy features, such as a gas or electric fireplace, without requiring additional room. Warm up on a chilly night with a fireplace installed beneath the TV.

If you’re considering adding an entertainment unit to your home, start by getting a free in-home design consultation from Organized Interiors today.

How To Live Large In a Tiny Home

The newest trend, the Tiny House Movement, is becoming more and more popular.

Whether it’s a custom trailer, mobile home, small cottage or micro-condo, tiny homes are typically smaller than 500 square feet. Think you can live in such a small space?

Well, many young professionals, students and first-time buyers are jumping at the chance to live in these smaller spaces.

Advantage of micro-living

While an efficient, small structure in the great outdoors is one aspect of the Tiny House Movement, micro-condos are an excellent option in cities like Toronto.

These units can usually be found in larger condo developments, mostly downtown. One advantage for owners and renters is the access to the best of city living, usually within walking distance.

Micro-condos offer a great option to live efficiently in a great location for less. They also force people to get organized.

Tiny House Movement

Get organized

So, as an owner of a micro-condo, how do you maximize your space and make it livable? Get organized! Along with downsizing and getting rid of stuff you no longer need, you should consider installing custom cabinetry.

Custom cabinets are designed to fit in perfectly with your unique home, helping you to eliminate clutter and use your space wisely. Putting your stuff behind closed doors eliminates visual chaos and allows you to relax in your tiny environment.

Big sleep comfort in a small space

Customized options also allow you to choose smart solutions like wall beds so you can make the most of your space.

Wall beds are great solutions for smaller condos because when they’re not in use, they fold up into a surrounding cabinet on the wall.

It can become your whole bedroom or you can use a wall bed to create a guest room.

Wall bed in a condo.

Don’t sacrifice style for function

Micro-condos might be small, but they can still provide the same functionality as a larger home and be just as organized with the right customized designs.

If you’re in the market for one of these tinier units, don’t forget to book a free in-home design consultation with Organized Interiors to make the most of your small space.