“I’ve got enough storage, thanks”, said no one, ever.
Having enough space to put the bits and bobs that accumulate in a home is an ongoing battle against everyday clutter. That’s why, here at ES Best, we’re big fans of multifunctional furniture.
A table that can flip open to hide magazines, a sofa with space to stash throws and cushions, and a bed that comes with storage to make use of the otherwise dead space underneath are sound investments for any home.
While plenty of beds come with added storage, finding a single design with some can be trickier. The smaller dimensions mean it may be unable to include the gas lift mechanism of an ottoman-style bed, for one. Beds that only lift on one side make it harder to access storage, especially if you plan to push it up against a wall.
That said, there are plenty of designs that do offer ample extra room. Whether you’re shopping for a single bed for a child or teen, or you’re scoping out options with drawers for a guest room, we’ve rounded up the best designs below.
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Silentnight Toulouse Single 2 Drawer Divan Set - Sandstone
Dimensions: W90 x L190 x H105cm
So often, single beds are designed for children, but Silentnight pulls it out of the design bag with this design that is so chic it wouldn’t look amiss in a hotel room. The slimline base and beech legs offer elegance, while the upholstered headboard with border detail gives it wide appeal. Two side drawers covered in matching fabric make the whole thing appear seamless while offering plenty of extra storage space.
Buy now £350.00, Argos
Parisot ‘Sleep’ daybed with storage
Dimensions: 203cm x 113cm x 82cm
Often, when you’re trying to squeeze in an extra bed, you don’t always have room for a bedside table alongside it. This bed comes with handy integrated shelving alongside the back headboard, perfect for storing spectacles, a drinking glass or a book while you sleep. The angled sides give it a contemporary look, while the off-white colour nods to Nordic styling. It’s customisable, too; you can flip the panels at the back of the shelves to a coloured panel (pink, cappuccino or black), so it’s like having four bed designs in one. Two under-bed drawers maximise the storage options.
Buy now £398.95, Cuckooland
Home Treats Upholstered Bed Single
Dimensions: 88cm x W97 x L204cm
An ottoman-style bed makes a fantastic addition to spare rooms, giving you space to store extra duvets and bedclothes, preventing wardrobes from looking overstuffed. The bed, finished with pale grey-coloured linen, lifts to reveal a swathe of space under the strong spun wooden slats. Putting the bed together is a self-assembly job, so one to crack out the toolbox for.
Buy now £179.99, Amazon
Happy Bed Cosy Grey Wooden Mid Sleeper Storage Bed with Right Ladder - 3ft Single
Dimensions: 110 x 198 x 98cm
If you’re looking for a solid bed for an older child or teen, this one from Happy Beds is made from pine making it strong and resilient. The mid-sleeper is supported with slats and comes in a charcoal grey hue with storage galore underneath. There are shelves and pull-out drawers, so your pre-teen/ teen has no excuse for a messy room. A two-step ladder is also on the side to help them mount with ease.
Buy now £573.99, Happy Beds
Habitat Mia Single Bed Frame with 2 Drawers - White
Dimensions: L195.3 x W96.3 x H82.2cm
This sweet bed frame from Habitat is perfect for graduating children into ‘grown-up’ beds. The all-white MDF and wood design features hearts cut into the headboard, with two half-size drawers (each measuring H23 x W90.6 x D46.5cm) underneath to keep bed linen, toys and off-season clothes. It’s part of a wider bedroom collection which includes furniture so you can get the lot if you want a total bedroom makeover. Also available in pink and sold with a two-year manufacturer’s guarantee.
Buy now £190.00, Argos
Strictly Beds and Bunks Limited Somerset Pine Bed Frame
Dimensions: W98 x L202 x H97cm
Crafted from strong pine wood sourced in the West Country, this bed is unusual from the others on our list in that it includes a hypoallergenic tufted mattress, guaranteeing a perfect fit. The all-in-one bed comes with two deep drawers on castor wheels offering an excellent level of storage that’s easy to access too. It’s a great investment for growing children, although really young ones may need a hand getting in and out of bed.
Buy now £139.09, Amazon
Julian Bowen Neptune Midsleeper, White, Single
Dimension: L77.6 x W48.8 x H29.5cm
Perfect for teens with coursework to do, this desk bed comes with shelving for storage all in the same unit, helping to keep the wider room neat and tidy. Made from laminated fibreboard, it’s an easy design to keep clean, but doesn’t come with an integrated headboard, so is best set in a corner for extra support.
Buy now £166.99, Amazon
BTM Wooden Single Bed
Dimensions: W90 x L190 x H48cm
Storage needn’t necessarily mean under the bed. This design puts a new spin on a traditional headboard, making shelving out of it instead for night essentials like books and nightlights for kids. The unpainted wood can be varnished to tie it into the rest of the room and give the bed frame a personal touch. It’s also high enough to add existing storage baskets and boxes underneath.
Buy now £139.99, Amazon
Next Stella Daybed
Best for: boutique hotel vibes
Dimensions: H100 x W217 x D10cm
Looking straight out of a chic hotel bar thanks to the delicate grey upholstery and curved back, this deep-seat sofa is wide enough to accommodate a single sleeper once the cushions are removed.
But it’s hiding a helpful secret beneath its seat - a second bed on a trundle that wheels out when unexpected visitors call. You’ll have to add your own mattress, so the space could simply be used for storage if you don’t want an extra bed.
Buy now £750.00, Next
