All about storage beds

Storage beds make efficient use of your bedroom: they give you extra space thanks to integrated shelves and storage drawers. Ideal for anyone who values functionality. Here’s what you should know before buying one.

What is a storage bed?

A storage bed is a bed frame that includes built-in storage beneath the sleeping surface – for example, in the form of drawers or compartments. This allows you to store bedding, clothing, or other items out of sight, gaining space without sacrificing room. Especially in smaller homes or multifunctional spaces, a wooden bed with storage is a smart solution.

What should you look for when buying a storage bed?

A good storage bed offers not only functionality but also thoughtful design, high-quality materials, and sustainable production. Look out for:

• Material: Solid wood from sustainable forestry
• Mechanism: Smooth-gliding, sturdy drawers or compartments
• Dimensions: Enough space under the bed for your needs
• Design: Timeless and easy to combine with your interior
• Height: Also ideal as a comfort height for easy access

Don't forget to plan your space all the way through. You might want to add a matching bedside table to complete your sleep setup. In that case, leave enough clearance to open the drawers fully. Or go with Plan B: a wall-mounted nightstand.

The Schöneberg beds, by the way, already take bedside tables into account. The drawers open toward the middle, leaving space on the sides for nightstands.

Mattresses need room to breathe

Did you know that we lose quite a bit of sweat while sleeping – on average about one liter per night? Most of it is absorbed by the mattress. That’s why good ventilation is crucial – it allows moisture to evaporate and creates a healthy sleep environment.

With many storage beds, ventilation from underneath is limited. That makes sense: where air would normally circulate, there are now drawers and contents. In the Schöneberg model, the drawers are centered under the bed, allowing airflow from the front and back – ensuring proper ventilation. With other storage beds, like the Lade model, simply open the drawers occasionally to allow air to circulate.

When choosing a mattress for your storage bed, it’s best to avoid spring mattresses due to their higher ventilation needs. Instead, opt for latex or cold foam mattresses.

Storage beds made of solid wood

Our solid wood storage beds are made from oak or pine sourced from certified European forestry. Surfaces are either white glazed or naturally oiled. All beds are tested for harmful substances and are crafted in Europe under fair conditions – plastic-free packaging and built to last for many years.

Storage bed sizes

At ekomia, you’ll find storage beds in many common sizes:

• Single beds: 90x200 cm, 120x200 cm
• Double beds: 140x200 cm, 160x200 cm, 180x200 cm
• Family beds: 200x200 cm up to 400 cm wide

Our beds are designed to fit almost all standard mattresses and slatted frames – no custom solutions needed.

Which storage beds can you find at ekomia?

In our collection, you’ll currently find these solid wood storage beds:

Schöneberg Storage Bed – Floating design with comfort height

A modern design bed with clean lines and two large drawers on both sides. Ideal if you’re looking for an airy oak storage bed.

Lade Storage Bed – Maximum space

A minimalist pine bed with pull-out drawers on wheels. The drawers extend across the full width and can be pulled out from either side. Highly functional – perfect for small rooms.

Luna Storage Bed – Oak and steel

A Scandinavian-inspired oak bed with four side drawers. Optional with headboard and matching nightstand. Especially elegant and well thought-out with its combination of light oak and powder-coated steel.

Luna Family Storage Bed – Room for the whole family

Maximum space for families – with sleeping widths from 230 to 400 cm and four large drawers. Ideal if you’re looking for a family bed with storage.

Conclusion: Storage beds that suit you

A storage bed is the perfect combination of functionality, design and sustainability. With a model from ekomia, you choose solid wood tested for harmful substances, minimalist design and smart storage solutions – without compromise. Discover your new wooden bed with storage or drawers now and bring stylish order to your bedroom!