SLEEPING SPACES
Decorator’s tips
n A bonus for any bedroom: an end-of-bed trunk or chest
for spare blankets, quilts, pillows and even seasonal clothing.
And it’s also a top spot for sitting as you put on your shoes.
n Invest in a bed with an in-built bookshelf and
drawers in the bedhead, pull-out drawers in the base
or gas-lift options for storage under the mattress.Above and beyond
When a conventional storage system equals a tight
squeeze, these savvy shelves come to the rescue. Given the
open front, maintaining neatness is a foregone conclusion
and, as long as you do, you can load up on bedding and
personal effects. PS, allow sufficient height between bed and
unit to avoid bumping your head getting in and out of bed or
when propping yourself up for a session with a good book.66