BEDUP: The Space-Saving Bed that Falls From the Ceiling
by Collin Dunn, Corvallis, OR, USA on 03. 7.08
TreeHugger loves the Murphy bed concept; it's a great way to live comfortably in less space, since you don't need a bed when you're awake, and don't need the living space when you're asleep. We've seen some great examples, including the bed/desk/closet combination, this sofa/bed combo, and this elegant version, integrated with shelving. Still, most Murphy's require a clear area to fold down into, which either requires a daily ritual of furniture-moving or sacrificing otherwise useful space for the bed's footprint. But if the bed came down from the ceiling...
You could leave your stuff where it is, putting the bed above it. That's the rather brilliant idea behind BEDUP, designed by French designers Décadrages. It installs in your ceiling, rather than the wall, and sort of floats down when it's bed time. No furniture-moving required; it can stop at various heights, using a variety of braces to help it integrate with your bedroom's furniture. It's even possible to integrate lighting into the bottom of the bed, for use when it's in storage mode. Watch this movie to see it in action, and hit the jump to see it installed in a living room and home office. ::BEDUP (in French) via ::Freshome
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Perhaps it's because I live in an earthquake zone, but I'd be scared that it'd come down on me if I were sitting there at my desk during a temblor (or when one of those big trucks rumble by for that matter).
But definitely has its appeal for apartments and cottages.
this reminds me of Bruce Willis's character's flat from The Fith Element.
I think this could be extended to a dining room table that could be used in a living room to make dual use of the room.
People tend to use their formal dining rooms only a few times a year.
I had an idea much like this. I was chomping at the bit to install it somewhere. But the I-beam that was required to support the weight was a bit too pricey.
Cool idea. And worth every penny for not having to make the bed.
Greaqt Idea
My cousins daughter has it-Spoiled litle girl
Space saver and it is very cool to have if you have like a space above it
Good Idea
The only place you seem to be able to get bedup is from France. Can you get it here in the US? How would you go about getting it? I love this thing.
Browne
That is so cool! Great site.
Great design but I can't imagine many Americans running out of room in their McMansions.
This is the coolest bed ever! I love it! We're always looking for ways to save space and not have furniture lying around. And it looks fantastic!
Not really a new idea.
A similar approach has been used for quite a few years in a mid-sized american motor-home. Model is called a 'Safar' I think.
In that application the bed comes down to cover the front driving area - the steering wheel, dash, front seats, etc.
And I think that there are built-in supports that the bed rests on when it is down. So no need to attach legs or other supports.
Still, not a bad idea for a small apartment or similar space.
It does not look that new to me since I've know this alternative all my life...
http://www.commerce-en-france.com/final-francetextiles/vxvyvz/1132164511.jpg
With the possible advantage of not having a daunting half ton structure just above your head...or not having to climb a meter to get into bed?
I like the idea, I'd like to see how easy it is to take up and down, how much it weights (requirements for installation) and how good I'd rate the comfort of the bed of course!
This type of bed is very useful, it is also only available in Europe. I have been working on a similar bed system for the last 1.5 years. The Double Space Bed System; it is free standing, can be placed anywhere including in front of windows without blocking the view, can use any style of std. size mattress, is built to last a lifetime in the USA, and has an easy to operate manual movement system. We are currently trying to get manufacturing under way, it has been slow going as I am doing it all myself. If you care to, please check it out at www.doublespacebeds.com , we have videos, images and info there to look at. Thanks!
How much does this cost and how do I order it? Who would install it? Could I get information about all of this in English please? What requirements does the room need?