How to Choose Beds for a City Flat

City flats bring their own set of challenges when it comes to choosing a bed. Narrow communal stairs, small lifts, compact bedrooms, radiators in awkward places and neighbours on the other side of the wall all shape what will work. This guide takes a practical approach, starting with the route into your flat and the measurements you need before you browse. We explain how to choose a bed size for the room rather than the showroom, and how ottoman bases, drawers and raised frames turn the space beneath the mattress into valuable storage. You will find advice on planning around doors, windows and heating, and on choosing a wardrobe and bedside furniture that leave space to move. We also cover reducing noise in shared buildings, working with sloping or low ceilings and limited daylight, and the particular considerations for renters who expect to move. The result is a bed that fits your flat and your daily routine....