A corner bed design pushes the bed into the angle of two walls, so one long side and the head both touch a wall. Inside a ten foot square bedroom, this one move can free up 2 feet of floor, enough for a study desk or a proper walkway to the wardrobe.
It has costs too. Only one person can get in from the side, and tucking in sheets along the wall is a chore. Below are nine corner bed design ideas, from simple one side beds to L shape headboards that wrap the corner, then room plans with real clearances and a few tricks that make a corner bed easier to live with. For more on planning the whole room, see bedroom bed design, and for small sizes, see single beds.
Corner Double Bed Design Against Two Walls
This is the bed corner design most flats use, the simplest side bed design: a double or queen bed pushed into the corner with one open side. These work best in rooms under 11 feet on a side.
- SizeDouble 48 x 75 in
- BuildPly, ash laminate
- StorageHydraulic lift
A double bed tight in the corner with a slim headboard. The free floor on the other side fits a desk and chair.
Tell your carpenterLeave a 1 inch gap at the wall side so sheets can be tucked and air can move.
- SizeSingle 36 x 75 in
- BuildPly, white matte lam
- Storage2 foot drawers
A single bed against two walls with a long shelf on the side wall. A neat set up for a student's room.
Tell your carpenterFix the side shelf at least 30 inches above the mattress so you do not bump your head.
- SizeQueen 60 x 75 in
- BuildPly, grey fabric panel
- StorageLift-up box
A padded panel runs along the side wall like a sofa back. You can lean on it to read or work.
Tell your carpenterAsk for the side panel to be removable for cleaning and set at mattress height.
L Shape Bed Design and Corner Headboards
An l shape bed design wraps the headboard around the corner, so both walls get a backrest. It looks built in and works well in kids' or guest rooms.
- SizeDouble 48 x 78 in
- BuildPly, walnut veneer
- StorageBox and corner shelf
Bending at the angle, this headboard carries on down the second wall, with built in shelves tucked into the bend.
Tell your carpenterBuild the L headboard fixed to the walls, with the bed as a separate unit you can pull out.
- Size2 x Single 36 x 72 in
- BuildPly, pastel laminate
- StorageDrawers under each
Two singles meet in the corner with a shared corner table. A good layout for a shared room or guest room.
Tell your carpenterPut a square corner table, 18 to 20 inches, where the two heads meet.
- SizeDouble 48 x 75 in
- BuildSheesham, natural oil
- StorageLift-off box
A low bed in the corner with bolsters on two sides. By day it is a lounge seat, by night a bed.
Tell your carpenterHold the height near 16 to 18 inches; it then works as lounge seating too.
Master Bedroom Corner Bed Design, Modern Ideas
Any corner bed bedroom design in a large room looks deliberate. Here a corner placement can be a style choice. These modern corner bed design ideas use angled beds and corner headboards in master bedrooms.
- SizeKing 72 x 78 in
- BuildPly, oak and fabric
- StorageHydraulic lift
The bed sits at an angle across the corner with a triangle panel behind it. Only works in rooms over 14 feet.
Tell your carpenterAngled placement asks for a room fourteen feet or more each way. Fill the triangle behind with a shelf or plant.
- SizeQueen 60 x 78 in
- BuildPly, charcoal lam
- StorageHydraulic lift
A warm lit niche on the corner wall replaces a lamp. The floating side table keeps the floor clear.
Tell your carpenterWire switches and sockets where you climb in, never behind the wall-side pillow.
- SizeKing 72 x 78 in
- BuildPly, light walnut lam
- StorageBox and drawers
A king bed pushed to one side with the wardrobe on the opposite wall. The middle of the room stays open.
Tell your carpenterKeep 36 inches between the bed and wardrobe doors so they open fully.
Is a Corner Placement Right for You?
| Good about it | Not so good |
|---|---|
| Frees up 2 to 3 ft of floor | Only one side to get in |
| Feels cosy and protected | Making the bed on the wall side is hard |
| Room for a desk or play area | Wall side can feel warm in summer |
| Good for kids and single sleepers | Not ideal for two adults who wake at different times |
Room Plans with Real Clearances
| Room | Bed | What fits on the open side |
|---|---|---|
| 9 x 10 ft | Single in corner | Desk, chair and a small wardrobe |
| 10 x 10 ft | Double in corner | About 4 ft of floor, a desk or dressing unit |
| 11 x 12 ft | Queen in corner | Walkway plus a side table and armchair |
| 14 x 15 ft | King angled across corner | Full walkway all round |
Keep at least 24 inches of walking space on the open side, and 36 inches in front of wardrobe doors. For wardrobes beside the bed, see bed with wardrobe.
Tricks That Make a Corner Bed Easier
- Leave a 1 inch gap at the wall so sheets tuck in and the wall does not get damp.
- Use a fitted sheet with deep elastic; it is easier than a flat sheet against a wall.
- Choose hydraulic or foot drawers, as side drawers on the wall side are useless.
- Add a wall panel or washable cushion on the side wall to keep paint clean.
- Every switch belongs on the reachable edge, away from the wall.
Questions people ask
Is it good to put a bed in the corner?
It is good for small rooms, kids' rooms and single sleepers because it frees floor space. For two adults, an open bed with both sides free is more comfortable.
Which bed size fits a corner of a compact room?
Singles and doubles suit best. A queen tucked into a ten by ten leaves barely any floor. Tape out the outer frame size, which runs bigger than the mattress.
How do I make a bed that is against the wall?
Pull the bed out a few inches, use fitted sheets and a light quilt, then push it back. Castor wheels or felt pads under the legs make this easier.
What is an L shape bed design?
It is a bed whose headboard wraps around the corner onto the side wall, or two single beds arranged in an L. Both make full use of a corner.
Can a corner bed have storage?
Yes. Hydraulic boxes and foot drawers work well. Avoid side drawers on the wall side. See bed design with storage for options.