What kind of bed suits your personality?

Picking the right type of bed for your room can set the tone for your entire space. Not only does should it provide comfort, it can also reflect your personality.
 
Here are the types of bed you may want to consider:
 
1. Canopy

Add some old world appeal to your little princess’s room with slender posts that are typically draped with fabric. Lean towards lightweight canvases or sheer gauzes for a tropical, beach-inspired theme.
 

2. Day Bed

Great for cramped spaces, this frame, which typically fits a single or a twin-sized mattress, can be converted into a makeshift sofa during the day. Simply add  throw pillows and a pretty duvet.
 

3. Four-Poster

Regal, stately and impressive, a four-poster bed is a classic that never goes out of style. This piece works well in large bedrooms with high ceilings—surrounding it with ample space allows the piece to breathe, whether it’s faceted with traditional filigree or is done up in straightforward, minimal lines.
 

4. Futon

Originally form Japan, futons are easy-to-fold quilts, mattresses or padding that can be laid out on the floor. The Western use of futon refers to a chair or couch that can be transformed and folded out into a bed, usually for visitors or houseguests.
 

5. Murphy

Extremely cramped spaces can benefit from a Murphy Bed—that is, a bed that is hidden as part of a wall and is folded or pulled down when needed. This type of bed definitely frees up space but can be tedious to maintain, especially when all you want to do is lie down after a long, busy day!
 

6. Platform

Those preferring a sleek, modern look often opt for a platform bed, which sits low on the floor and is a breeze to climb in and out of. Whether done up with a headboard or subtly plain, this style works well in a myriad of themes and palettes.
 

7. Sleigh

Resembling Santa’s sled, this classic piece is feminine and elegant, with a high, curved end and a graceful headboard—perfect for a modern boudoir or a country guesthouse, elegant sleigh beds are often tufted and upholstered.
 

8. Upholstered

If you fancy rich textures that make your bed more inviting, or find patterns in different palettes irresistible, then opt for a bed that is covered in upholstery. Not as flexible as their more minimal counterparts, these beds (especially when covered in eye-catching prints) make a bold statement in any room.


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Have any home and organizing questions for the author? Email her at chinggaylabrador@yahoo.com


Chinggay Labrador is a freelance writer and stylist, contributing articles on beauty, lifestyle and design to local magazines. Her background in architecture has her profiling trends and homes throughout the region. A travel junkie who likes to frequent Japan and Korea, Chinggay is the former editor-in-chief of Sparkling, a quarterly K-Pop publication and is also the author of “Popped and Popped, Too,” books based on the fun, frivolity and friendship centered on Korean Pop music.