Beds for Design Lovers: What to Look For

For anyone who cares about design, a bed is far more than somewhere to sleep. It is the largest piece in the bedroom and sets the tone for everything around it. In this guide we explain how to assess a bed with a designer's eye, starting with the silhouette and the single clear idea that strong designs share. We look at how proportions should respond to ceiling heights and windows, what honest, well finished materials look like in fabric, leather, wood and metal, and the small details that reward a closer look, from straight stitching and balanced channel tufting to well chosen legs and softly rounded corners. We also cover colour and finish, how a bed relates to the rest of the room, why comfort is part of good design and how to choose a shape you will enjoy for years. A short checklist at the end helps you find a bed worth building a room around....