Did you know that your mattress doesn’t always need a frame to be fashionable? Choosing to embrace a bed directly on the floor can give your bedroom a super stylish and welcoming vibe.

Make It Flexible

Enjoy flexibility with a floor bed in a multipurpose layout.
Enjoy flexibility with a floor bed in a multipurpose layout.

Floor beds let you change things around easily, so they’re great for rooms that need to do a lot of different things. I often suggest this setup for rooms that have more than one use, because you can move things around without any trouble.

You might like:

  • Mattress That Folds Up: Make things comfortable and stylish with a mattress that folds up, perfect for rooms that need to be flexible.
  • Chair Made of Bean Bags: Add a comfy, versatile place to sit with a chair made of stylish bean bags.
  • Ottoman That Stores Things: Keep your room organized with a stylish ottoman that you can also use to sit or rest your feet.

Use Color and Light

Enhance your floor bed space with soft colors and natural light.
Enhance your floor bed space with soft colors and natural light.

Choose light colors and lots of natural light to make the floor bed area feel even better. In my designs, soft colors and natural light always make a space feel so peaceful.

You might give these a try:

  • Soft Pillows for the Floor: Make your floor bed area comfy and stylish with soft cotton cushions that feel great.
  • Curtains that Let Light In: Get more natural light while keeping your privacy with pretty curtains that let light through.
  • Simple Paper Lanterns: Create a peaceful vibe by adding simple paper lanterns for soft, gentle lighting.

Make a Zen Space

Promote tranquility with a Zen-inspired floor bed setup.
Promote tranquility with a Zen-inspired floor bed setup.

A Zen-inspired floor bed can help you feel calm and relaxed. I often add things like soft colors and simple decorations to make this happen.

Give these a look:

  • Mat for the Floor Made of Tatami: Bring Zen vibes with a traditional tatami mat, great for feeling grounded and relaxed.
  • Futon Mattress in Japanese Style: Feel calm with a simple futon mattress that helps you sleep peacefully.
  • Screen Made of Bamboo: Create a peaceful vibe with a bamboo screen, adding some privacy and elegance.

Frame with Lights

Add whimsy with string lights framing your floor bed.
Add whimsy with string lights framing your floor bed.

String lights can frame your floor bed in a really pretty way, adding a bit of fun. I love using this idea to create a soft, romantic glow in the bedroom.

Useful items to consider:

  • String Lights for Outside: Create a magical feeling around your floor bed with these pretty outdoor string lights.
  • Bed Frame Made of Wood: Make your floor bed even nicer with a wooden bed frame that adds support and style.
  • Blankets That Are Soft: Add some warmth and texture to your bed with these soft, cozy blankets.

Make a Snug Hideaway

Turn a corner into a cozy space with a floor bed.
Turn a corner into a cozy space with a floor bed.

Tuck your floor bed into a corner to make a comfy little area. I’ve learned that adding some soft pillows and a snug throw can turn the spot into the perfect getaway.

Possibly helpful picks:

  • Super Soft Throw Pillows: Add a bit of style and a lot of comfort with fluffy pillows for the ultimate cozy corner.
  • Soft and Fuzzy Blanket: Up your comfort with a cozy, soft knit blanket for pure relaxation.
  • Sparkling String Lights: Set a welcoming mood with pretty string lights to brighten up your comfy nook.

Go Bohemian

Enjoy bohemian charm with a textured floor bed setup.
Enjoy bohemian charm with a textured floor bed setup.

You can get a bohemian feel by using lots of different textures and unique decorations around your floor bed. From what I’ve seen, mixing different patterns and colors makes a space super welcoming and warm.

A few helpful options:

  • Pillows with Texture: Make your space better with pillows that have lots of textures, giving it a cozy and colorful bohemian vibe.
  • Macramé Wall Art: Add a bit of art with macramé hangings on the wall; they give a textured, bohemian touch.
  • Rug with a Woven Design: Add warmth with a woven rug, giving your floor bed some pattern and comfort.

Make a Wall of Art

Showcase your style with a gallery wall around your floor bed.
Showcase your style with a gallery wall around your floor bed.

Use the wall space around your floor bed to make a gallery wall. This is a great way to add something interesting to look at and show off your style.

These products might help:

  • Set of Picture Frames: Make your space better with a set of picture frames that all look good together, perfect for showing off your favorite art and photos.
  • Pictures for the Wall: Add some personality with different pictures that match the style of your room.
  • Strips for Hanging Pictures: Hang up your artwork easily without damaging the walls using these handy strips.

Add Warmth with a Fire

Add warmth and coziness with a fireplace near your floor bed.
Add warmth and coziness with a fireplace near your floor bed.

Put your floor bed near a fireplace to add warmth and comfort. I’ve seen this create a super cozy feeling, especially when it’s cold outside.

May just do the trick:

  • Electric Fireplace Heater: Make a warm and welcoming space with this small, safe electric fireplace heater.
  • Basket for Firewood: Keep your firewood neat and stylish with a pretty basket.
  • Cushions for the Floor: Make things cozier and more stylish with soft cushions that are perfect for relaxing by the fireplace.

Use a Textured Wall

Add depth with a textured backdrop behind your floor bed.
Add depth with a textured backdrop behind your floor bed.

A backdrop with some texture behind your floor bed can make things more interesting and add depth. I’ve used everything from brick walls to fabric to make a cool focal point.

Check if these fit your needs:

  • Panels of Fabric for the Wall: Make your space better with fabric panels that add some warmth and make things more interesting to look at.
  • Wallpaper That Looks Like Brick: Change your room with wallpaper that looks like real brick, giving it a cozy and rustic feel.
  • Tapestries to Hang on Walls: Create a beautiful background with tapestries that make your room look artistic.

Make It Personal

Make your floor bed uniquely yours with personal decor.
Make your floor bed uniquely yours with personal decor.

Put decorations you love around your floor bed, like art and photos, to give it some personality. I often do this to make sure the space feels just like you.

Items that may come in handy:

  • Delicate String Lights: Add warmth and a nice feeling to your space with little string lights for a cozy vibe.
  • Pictures and Frames for the Wall: Show off who you are by decorating with cool art and unique picture frames.
  • Pillows for Decoration: Make things cozier and more stylish with lots of throw pillows in different styles.

Lift It Up

Elevate your floor bed with a low platform for subtle distinction.
Elevate your floor bed with a low platform for subtle distinction.

If you like to be a bit higher up, think about using a platform to put your mattress on. I’ve used this to make the bed stand out a little from the floor.

A few suggestions:

  • Wooden Bed Platform Frame: Make your bedroom look better with a simple wooden bed frame. It makes things cozier and more stylish.
  • Platform Bed That Sits Low: Get a modern look with a platform bed that sits low, perfect for a space that feels open and airy.
  • Platform Made of Japanese Tatami: Bring some Zen into your bedroom with a Tatami platform. Enjoy how simple and elegant it looks.

Use Furniture That’s Low

Maintain balance with low-profile furniture around a floor bed.
Maintain balance with low-profile furniture around a floor bed.

Use furniture that’s low to the ground to go with your floor bed and keep a balanced look. This helps the room feel connected, which I’ve seen in many projects I’ve done.

Try these:

  • Coffee Table That Sits Low: Make your space better with a sleek coffee table that sits low, fitting in well with your floor bed setup.
  • Set of Cushions for the Floor: Add some comfort and style with soft floor cushions that are great for sitting around your bed.
  • Lamp in a Japanese Style for the Floor: Make your room brighter with a simple floor lamp to keep a peaceful feeling.

Try Fun Bases

Add texture with creative bases for your floor bed.
Add texture with creative bases for your floor bed.

Think about using creative bases like pallets or rugs stacked on top of each other to lift the mattress up a bit. This is something I really like to do because it adds some texture and makes the room more interesting.

Consider these options:

  • Bed Frame Made of Wood Pallets: Lift up your mattress with a wooden pallet, making the room look better and feel cozier right away.
  • Rugs with Cool Textures: Add layers of comfort and style under your bed with rugs that have different textures and colors.
  • Cushions for Sitting on the Floor: Add some cushions on the floor for extra seating and a cozy feel around your bed.