
Podium bed in the apartment allows you to economically organize the space and creates maximum comfort. In other words - this is a sleeper, which is located on a hill. This design combines convenience with functionality.
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The beginning of such an organization of the bed was laid by the Japanese traditions, which received a new interpretation. The design of the models that are presented is diverse. They differ in size of structures, types, materials.
The merits of the podium bed
Podium in the bedroom, child's, living room or studio apartment - an ambiguous solution that does not apply to every layout.
The advantages of the organization include:
- ease of installation, which can be implemented even with your own hands, but with professional skills;
- warm and comfortable bed;
- visually the design expands space and saves the area;
- the use of free space under the flooring;
- organization zoning spaces;
- updating the design with an unusual accent in the design.
Types of structures by organization
There are many models of decking with a bed. All of them are divided into three main types:
- Traditional.
- Improved.
- Retractable.
The choice of a particular type of structure should take into account:
- visual image;
- financial opportunities;
- room style;
- the need to install additional jobs and beds;
- room parameters (ceiling height, area, correct or irregular shape, archesceiling beams).
There is no single opinion about the podium bed, even among designers. Many believe in the feasibility of such an organization only with very large rooms. But not everything in this question is unique. It is possible to install it even in flat modest size and with a not very favorable layout.
Frame option has a relatively simple organization. It uses metal, wood, or a combination of several materials.
The average height of the podium in an ordinary apartment is from 0.25 to 0.55 m. If you need to organize storage systems, then the height should be about half a meter.
The podium usually has a completely flat top flooring.. But perhaps even a wide mattress can be placed in the recess below the sides. This will make it possible to use protruding planes as bedside tables and additional shelves.
return to menu ↑Traditional podium
This view is the easiest to translate. It looks like a hard wood frame with a lining of wear-resistant material and a mattress on top. The height of the flooring is usually about half a meter.
The casing is made of such materials:
- linoleum;
- skin;
- wood;
- carpet, etc.
One of the easiest ways to design the exterior of the podium is painting in several layers. The right shade will create a harmonious space in the room, where each element takes its place.
return to menu ↑Advanced version
This type of bed is similar to the previous one, but is complemented by functionality. On the podium there are retractable luggage for storing things: for bed linen, clothes, etc.
Decorative and original buildings combined with practicality of use. Storage systems in the form of boxes can be combined with open shelves for books, souvenirs, often used trifles, blankets. Welcome system of whole segments with different appearance.
return to menu ↑Sliding mechanism
A bed with a sliding system is a comfortable sleeping place that can be pushed under the podium. Withdrawable device allows you to use the resulting free podium for organizing the workplace or storage.
In roll-out systems, it is necessary to pay attention to the noiselessness of the extension. For this, the wheels must have a high-quality rubber coating that does not scratch floor and makes it possible to push and pull the bed quietly.
Types of construction
Depending on the design features, the podiums are also of several types. This is determined by the design purpose and organization principle.
return to menu ↑Decorative
This type of podium is designed to separate functional areas. The decoration draws attention and creates a trendy accent in the room.
return to menu ↑Technical
In addition to interesting design and unusual, a bed with a podium can play a very practical role. The main task of such an organization is to hide communication lines. Additionally, space can be used to store things.
return to menu ↑Combined
With this type of bed rolls out at bedtime and moves under the flooring at other times. This saves space. Other types: with a folding mattress or the presence of convenient drawers.
return to menu ↑Material: what to look for?
The material affects not only the appearance of the structure, but also its strength. The most reliable and solid cast concrete is considered as a frame.
Concrete construction, due to its high strength, can withstand any weight of a person. In this case, the mattress, laid on top, creates the necessary comfort and convenience. But more often, preference is given to natural wood or metal.
To emphasize the originality of the composition, the bed can be made into an unusual shape. For example, in the form of a semicircle.
The selection of finishes is limited by the style of the room and financial possibilities. Natural wood treated with stain is very impressive. Originality and comfort are combined in the decoration of carpet or fur.
return to menu ↑Round podium: an unusual decision
Podium in the shape of a circle - the current design reception. But is it always possible to implement? The round bed in this case has a diameter of up to 250 cm. Plus, this is a place for the possibility of passage.
Your apartment allows you to set the design of such parameters? When a large area of the room can be mounted in the center.
If the area is average, then the bed will have to be installed near one of the walls. And if the room is too small, the bed may not even fit.
return to menu ↑Options: what to choose?
Podium beds, even if they belong to the same species, can have many differences and features.
The important points include the choice of the following parameters:
- lags;
- availability of head restraints and armrests;
- the choice of material for the supporting structure;
- finishing material;
- canopy;
- the presence of mechanical devices;
- the need for the steps.
If the podium will not be used as a place to store things, then you can choose a monolithic structure. In this case, the external design should take into account the design of the room.
The canopy with a separate bed-podium looks good only in those rooms in which a significant ceiling height. For low rooms, sleeping compartment is best done using a curtain or curtains.
Style of the room: do you need to stick to it?
Each design style imposes certain requirements:
- Maritime style can be maintained indoors by organizing a podium mounted in a wall using appropriate accessories and a blue-and-white color scheme.
- Ecological style is emphasized by wooden flooring models that protrude beyond the bed. In this case, the allocation of the texture of the tree is welcomed.
- Minimalism located to simple forms and lack of eye-catching accessories. The height of the flooring should be about 0.2 m or less.
- In a small room, free space should be economical. At the same time the presence of drawers facilitates storage of things.
- High construction allows you to well divide the space and highlight zones.
- With interior in style country music it is desirable that the wooden surfaces of the podium be combined with the rest of the furniture in color, texture, processing technique.
- Emphasized rough wood processing makes the room stylish. This option is good for decoration of country houses and cottages.
- In style Art Deco the accent of the interior will be a white podium bed with drawers.
- Eclecticism requires bold decisions. The color "electric" is especially effective in this respect.
Accommodation options
Depending on the location of the podium, sometimes it is necessary to make changes to the existing interior, the organization of heating and the arrangement of furniture.
return to menu ↑Near the window
Installed near the podium window will add light to the sleeping area. For this type of installation is well suited podium with drawers.
To prevent the radiator from being completely covered by the podium, it is advisable to move or arrange the “warm floor”. To create a cozy bed as upholstery is better to use carpet, which is well cleaned. Or natural wood.
In a niche or alcove
If there is a niche in the room, then it can be a good place to mount the podium. This project allows you to organize a bed on top. Beds with vykatny mechanism - less preferred.
A fairly large alcove, with parameters within 250x250 cm, allows you to set a full-fledged sleeping place for two people. This design is usually supplied with drawers, in which you can fold bed linen, extra blanket and other things.
On the loggia
Glazed loggias and balconies extremely rarely large. But they can also be used to design a bed on the podium.
With enough space, you can arrange a full bed. In order not to be cold, you can organize a floor heating system.
The use of free space should be maximum in this case, with drawers under the flooring. If the boxes are strong, they can be used not only for storage. But also cans with preparations for the winter.
In the bedroom
The berth can be not only stationary, but also mobile. In the first case, it is logical to put a good orthopedic mattress on the podium. If the place to sleep is temporary, during the day it will have to be removed by folding the mattress and folding it into cupboard or under the podium.
In order for the podium with a bed to fit into the interior as organically as possible, the free area of the room must be taken into account. This moment is especially important for small apartments, in which every square meter counts.
Placement of furniture also imposes restrictions on the type of podium being selected. It is important that only high-quality materials are used for the arrangement of the bed-podium. An important moment in the arrangement of the podium bed is the presence of a good orthopedic mattress.
return to menu ↑In a studio apartment
Fashion trend of recent years, especially in the youth, bohemian environment - studio apartments. The general sufficiently large space allows you to be creative when arranging furniture, decorating a berth and selecting zones.
A podium with such housing is a frequent decision that is chosen for a variety of reasons. Zoning is one of the leading positions.. The berth is allocated purely visually, creating the necessary conditions for rest.
For young families, a podium bed allows for a modern approach to interior design. In this case, the design will be quite budget.
In the living room
For living room less often than with the design of other rooms, a podium option is chosen. In small rooms, the podium can play the role of a reception area, while the sleeping vykatnoe place will be hidden from prying eyes. And it does not occupy the usable area.
This design fits well with most interiors. In this case, attention is paid to the appearance and color of the upholstery material, as well as to provide cushions with decorative covers.
return to menu ↑Children's room
The room of the child unites in itself several functional zones. A small area of the room should not be an obstacle for this. The bed-podium fully meets the requirements of zoning and saving free space.
For children, all necessary areas should be maintained:
- game;
- bedroom;
- training.
Retractable bed
For the student can consider a model with a pull out bed. In this case, the podium may apply under the training area. In the afternoon, the bed can be fully retracted, making room for games.
In addition to the bed, under the catwalk there may be roll-out drawers and shelves at the ends. This addition will help to conveniently decompose the things of the child, children's books and toys.
Two podiums in the room
If the room has two children, and the area allows you to experiment with design solutions, you can install two podiums on opposite walls. The top of each of them will serve as a workplace, and the bed will move to the bottom.. Thus, each child will receive their own separate territory.
Another interpretation of the division of space - is the organization of beds at the top of the podium flooring. And mount a sliding desktop at the bottom.
Upper berth
Another option - the location in the children's bed on top. In this case, the lower part of the podium can be used not only for storing clothes and toys, but also for a sliding table.
Drawers can be used not only while the child is small, but later. Kids will be happy to put toys in them, older children - clothes, shoes.
How to make the podium not boring?
Depending on the age, sex and temperament of the child, various podium décor techniques should be applied to give him individual traits. When installing the structure, it is advisable to listen to the opinion of the child and his wishes.
As recommendations, it is advisable to use the following elements:
- bright colours;
- images of cartoon-like or fairy-tale characters loved by a child;
- light fixtures;
- night lights;
- backlight;
- Stuffed Toys.
What to look for when ordering?
Lighted up with the idea of organizing a bed-podium, it is important to follow these requirements:
- Its appearance should be combined with the existing or planned interior.
- A bed should be comfortable for sleeping, suitable in length and width for the person to whom it is intended.
- If the withdrawable system is to be mounted, the depth of the podium should allow the bed to fully fit under the podium.
- For a high podium, comfortable steps and lights are needed, allowing you to climb in comfort.
- A berth should withstand the weight of people with a margin.
- The height of the podium should allow an adult to stand on it and at the same time not rest his head on the ceiling.
- Materials must be environmentally friendly.
Accessories
The choice of accessories depends on the chosen style. Consider some of them.
return to menu ↑Bed linen and bedspreads
The coloring of bed linen and bedspreads creates a certain mood. Color can match on the edema with the podium or contrast.
Dark flooring and light bed create a striking contrast. Similar light shades look soft, relax and soothe.
Delicate color scheme provides the necessary relaxation and helps to fall asleep more easily. It should be borne in mind that the bed-podium is a noticeable element of the interior that attracts attention. In this regard, the choice of bedspread should take into account the color scheme of the whole room.
Materials that have a light unobtrusive shine will help to add elegance. They make a touch of glamor and festivity. Matt fabrics (linen, cotton) - eco-friendly, suitable for country styles and simple interiors.
For the Provence style room, you can choose light pastel linen from natural fabrics with a pattern in a small flower. It blends well with the wooden surface, emphasizing style.
Accents
When placing bright accents, it is important not to overdo it with rich colors and flashy objects.
It may be:
- bright pillow;
- spectacular night light or sconce over the headboard.
Small apartment: do you really need a podium?
Is it possible to make a podium in a small apartment? The device of flooring with a modest size of the area requires a balanced approach.
"Khrushchev" differ in low ceilings and small size rooms. Because of this, a restriction is imposed not only on the podium area, but also on its height. In order for the room not to appear even smaller, and the ceilings lower, it should be low.
If a low podium does not solve problems with the arrangement of a berth and multifunctional use of the flooring itself, then it is better to refuse the plan. This also applies to rooms in which there is a surplus of furniture.
Drawers and shelves for books on the ends will be a good way out. For an economical use of space, cabinets and drawers can be not only under the podium shield, but also on the sides.
Order or make it yourself?
Models with a podium will definitely attract the attention of everyone entering the room. Therefore, it is important to make all design reliable, high strength and beautiful.
You can make a simple traditional podium without pull-out and opening structures with your own hands with the availability of tools, high-quality materials and minimal experience in doing this kind of work. In this case, the required amount of material should be clearly calculated, drawings made and calculations made.
If there is neither an appropriate qualification for such work, nor an adequate supply of free time, the work can be entrusted to professionals. This also applies to complex systems with opening doors, sliding drawers and withdrawable mechanisms.
return to menu ↑Installation features: 7 important recommendations
When ordering a podium bed or assembling the structure yourself, it is necessary to take into account the peculiarities of such an interior solution:
- If the podium includes not only a sleeping place, but also a passage area, it must have sufficient sound insulation.
- The non-standard curved shape of the upper shield of the podium must have the same shape of the frame.
- Structural strength is more important than saving materials.
- When choosing a place to install the podium structure, try to locate it in the same place where a regular bed would look good.
- If the podium is technical, hiding communications, it is important to keep access to them. Otherwise, you will have to disassemble the entire structure in order to repair the cable or eliminate water leakage.
- When ordering a concrete podium should be carefully calculated on the load on the floor of the building. Therefore, it is recommended for private homes and first floors.
- The podium should not close the aisles and block the space.
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