When deciding on the furniture to be used in a bedroom there are a wide variety of styles available. This is certainly true of beds which can come in a number of sizes and looks to suit the interior design of a bedroom. Asian influenced styling is a popular choice for many these days and if you like this look a Japanese platform bed is a style to consider.
What Is A Platform Bed?
A platform bed is typically manufactured from wood and has a low profile that sits close to the ground. They are generally designed to have a simple style that makes a bed a less imposing piece of furniture and less likely to dominate the look of a bedroom. While they can be a good option to choose for a smaller bedroom, they can be used in any bedroom size and if your preference is for a simpler, minimal look they can be a good option.
Why Japanese?
A Japanese platform bed usually comes in a couple of styles and can typically feature a solid wood base with no legs or a wood frame with short standard or block legs. It is typically considered a contemporary style and if you prefer a modern look for the rooms in your home it is piece of furniture that can help create this.
Manufacturers To Consider
There are a number of manufacturers that produce Japanese platform beds with Haiku Designs being one of these. They have a range of styles available with both beds and bed sets available. The have furniture available from a price of around $750 with the Kyoto Platform Bed being an example of this. It is available in both Queen Size for $759 and King size for $859 and features a solid mahogany hardwood base with slat supports that suit any mattress style. It has an adjustable headboard and is finished in a dark brown stain with undertones of burgundy. More expensive Japanese furniture beds from Haiku Designs can cost up to $2,000 and if you prefer a coordinated bedroom set this can increase the cost further.
Another manufacturer that produces Japanese platform bed furniture is Tatami Room. The platform bed furniture they have available starts at a price of around $500 for a twin bed size and can rise to around $1,000 for some of the larger bed sizes they have available. The beds they produce are manufactured from hardwood and come in a number of finishes with natural, honey oak and dark walnut being the options available.
Retail Options
While the manufacturers can be good places to look for a Japanese platform bed, with most having their own online stores, there are also a number of retailers that have the furniture style for sale. Some of those to consider include Simply Platform Beds and Platform Beds Online, both of which have models available from manufacturers such as Kondo.
If you like the look of Asian influenced furniture then a Japanese platform bed is an option to consider for the bedroom. With their low profile and attractive wood construction they can create a contemporary look which will bring some oriental styling into your home.