Adaptive space-saving bed snaps into ceiling when not needed

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  • Опубліковано 5 вер 2024
  • At the beginning of the 20th century William Murphy patented an idea of a “disappearing bed” (among others) and the wall bed, pull down bed or fold-down bed was popularized in America. In Europe, the 21st-century equivalent is the ceiling bed. In 2004, Parisian designers Décadrages released their version of the hovering bed with BedUp.
    Retracting into the ceiling, their designs can save up to 30 square feet of floor space, transforming one room into two: a living room becomes a bedroom, a child’s room becomes a study space, or a studio becomes two rooms.
    Unlike a Murphy bed which requires a clear space to lower the bed, the BedUp can be lowered over furniture (with some height restrictions) without any rearranging. And you don’t even have to make the bed. “With the Murphy bed you have to attach the mattress, remove the pillows…”, explains BedUp designer Alexandre Grison, “with this thing the bed can be used exactly as a normal bed, you can make the bed or not you can leave the pillows, you simply lift the bed when you want space.”
    Grison aimed his design at city dwellers in places like Paris where every square meter is accounted for. “The bed takes a lot of place and it’s only used about 8 hours a day and it’s a lot of room and it’s not used so why not use it.”
    BedUp: www.bedup.fr/
    Original story: faircompanies.c...
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  • @jimsteenbergen
    @jimsteenbergen 8 років тому +42

    Thank you Kirsten for all your awesome stories; they are very inspirational. And to the commenter I like the audio. I don't find it to be annoying - in fact I've never even thought it as an issue.

    • @kirstendirksen
      @kirstendirksen  8 років тому +9

      Thanks Jim for coming to my defense, but I do think I can improve on the audio (I spend so much time cutting out audio hits that shouldn't be there... need to figure this one out). Though I do agree that there is no "perfect" with this stuff. Thanks for watching and commenting.

  • @AntiViGames
    @AntiViGames 8 років тому +10

    This would be amazing in a tiny house. I'm pretty sure people would choose this over a loft any day. I know I would.

  • @Khamomil
    @Khamomil 8 років тому +9

    It can be also a visitor's bed that's in use only when you have a guest for the weekend.
    The counterweight system is the system used in old windows in the USA. You can just pull it up or down with one finger, the counterweights are in a hidden compartment behind the window frame.

  • @cinderblock2289
    @cinderblock2289 8 років тому +2

    This is an absolutely fantastic, functional bed. Three beds in the office space still leaving more room to move about. The desk bed is wonderful for a small room. Such ingenuity.!!

  • @lolaoxoxox
    @lolaoxoxox 8 років тому +33

    This would be such a good idea for dorm rooms, so cool

    • @barel1384
      @barel1384 8 років тому

      +cera bradley That is such a great idea!!!

    • @Rallosz
      @Rallosz 7 років тому +2

      In the US there are a lot of obese college students. It wouldn't work if they exceeded the weight limit for the device.

    • @strivold4922
      @strivold4922 4 роки тому +1

      @@Rallosz There is no weight limit, the only weight limit is for the mattress, you are not sleeping in the bed while it's on the ceiling.

  • @evelyngorfram9306
    @evelyngorfram9306 2 роки тому +2

    Cool design - one of the most workable "disappearing" bed designs I've seen. (I also really enjoyed the quasi-ballet of rising & descending beds in the later part of the video.)

  • @Elvistebien
    @Elvistebien 8 років тому +5

    Very cool, I like the idea of having a bed that stows away, while you have an office bellow.

  • @ExploringAlternatives
    @ExploringAlternatives 8 років тому +15

    Wow, that's just brilliant! I love this space saving idea. Thanks for sharing :)

  • @daesfu
    @daesfu 8 років тому +1

    My sister just got a micro home in Tijuana Mexico it is empty right now and is really small. There are new government programs for low income people in Mexico and the houses are getting smaller than ever so people can afford them. 20000 USD to be paid in 20 years this also includes the small land. Love your videos.

  • @latishabrown801
    @latishabrown801 8 років тому +13

    Oh my I am so in love. Kristen you find the best homes & furniture ideas.

  • @tmhwriter
    @tmhwriter 8 років тому +1

    I loved this. It's partly because it's in Paris, and he has that yummy French accent. But, it's also such a great idea, and the lines of these beds are beautiful. Thank you, Kirsten, for finding, filming, and posting this one.

  • @philiq18
    @philiq18 8 років тому +13

    I like it. Space-saving ideas are always welcomed.

  • @prizantsproducts4u
    @prizantsproducts4u 7 років тому +2

    LOVE THIS BED!! I am designing my own Tiny home! The Murphy bed is also the way to go in a tiny space. Also the Murphy table!!

  • @natalieitliongfechter6073
    @natalieitliongfechter6073 5 років тому +1

    Nice! I like how the bed camouflages with ceiling when lifted up. Can't tell it's bed.

  • @SamJamesGuitar
    @SamJamesGuitar 8 років тому +1

    Such an odd idea for a bed. Really cool. I don't use UA-cam as much as I used to so don't get a chance to watch all of your videos, but the ones I do see are always great!

  • @sociopathmercenary
    @sociopathmercenary 8 років тому +1

    This would be great for an RV. Except I'd like to see the counterweight replaced with a spring tensioned pulley system to save overall weight.

  • @ollvebranch
    @ollvebranch Рік тому

    👋Back again 2yrs later! Still the best space-saving bed I’ve ever seen. Has anyone fitted these in a narrowboat? I think that -weight and ceiling height - notwithstanding- it would be a perfect marriage in these small spaces.

  • @kingsufi6164
    @kingsufi6164 2 роки тому

    dude... this kind of bed is perfect for SINGAPORE!!!!!! Did you know singles like me getting a house only one bedroom and one living room. And this is one perfect solution. I like how the weight distribution, and safety lock, also, gosh........ PERFECT!!!!!!!!

  • @HelenaMikas
    @HelenaMikas 8 років тому +7

    an excellent use of space -and a bed out of they way

  • @handley2645mh
    @handley2645mh 3 роки тому

    It is the best of the Murphy bed and that high tech floating bed. I love the teen room version.

  • @comedianmattrossey
    @comedianmattrossey 8 років тому +7

    hey Kirsten! i love the videos you make of tiny homes and things related to space usage. the 'bed up' video is great. Obviously its in Paris, any idea if there are stires selling same or similar products in Canada? Keep up with the great videos, they truly are inspiring me in so many ways!

  • @TVFILMBUFF
    @TVFILMBUFF 8 років тому +11

    3:16 The moment I thought that the bed extinguished the candles.

  • @alansmlth7989
    @alansmlth7989 4 роки тому +1

    This is a GREAT GREAT IDEA.

  • @Teen-Conor
    @Teen-Conor 8 років тому +1

    this channels is so great. I remember when she had like 6k subscribers. Like few months ago.

    • @h4ppy3nd
      @h4ppy3nd 8 років тому

      +inYourFace I've been following that channel for years, I had not realized the amount of subscribers she gained until now. It's insane!

    • @Teen-Conor
      @Teen-Conor 8 років тому +1

      +h4ppy3nd I know! it's like I have lots of updates from my subscriptions, and every time I click on one of her videos, it's always something cool and interesting. So far, I'm keeping this channel on my top list! :)

    • @h4ppy3nd
      @h4ppy3nd 8 років тому

      I guess people are starting to see the appeal in small spaces, so that'd explain it! I loved her older videos as well, but I can see how the channel is evolving and that's nice! :)

    • @Teen-Conor
      @Teen-Conor 8 років тому

      +h4ppy3nd agree. you can tell she knows about the subject. it's exiting to find new forms of the things we are used to.
      coming from a man. it's great thoughts

  • @scdobserver835
    @scdobserver835 8 років тому

    The best designs are oftentimes conceptually the most simple. Wonderful!

  • @noureennazir6963
    @noureennazir6963 8 років тому +2

    I like the idea. It's fresh and innovative but my concern is how do you make sure that ur ceiling is clean and has no mites or dust, which in case of wall folding beds is not a problem because one can always access the area to be cleaned. And adjusting to new bed heights could be an issue but this idea is praiseworthy nonetheless.

  • @JazzRockablity
    @JazzRockablity 8 років тому +2

    I wouldn't completely rule out the murphy bed (the new designs are very creative and can actually fit things under them when opened), but I do like the idea of using air space over ground.

  • @FatGayandTired
    @FatGayandTired 8 років тому +4

    I would love to know how much this costs in general-I wish those things were discussed more on these shows.

    • @some______guy
      @some______guy Рік тому

      The fact that this is impossible to find out, says it costs too much. I'll just make my own.

  • @mixflip
    @mixflip 7 років тому +7

    I like it. Could use it in an RV

    • @edlab
      @edlab 3 роки тому +3

      Think the same

    • @c.e.9078
      @c.e.9078 3 роки тому +3

      @@edlab me too,

  •  8 років тому +8

    awesome, you can see how lightly it moves. What's the cost + shipping to the states? ty

  • @MrUlfang
    @MrUlfang 8 років тому +1

    Well thought out. Nice.

  • @johndee759
    @johndee759 7 років тому +1

    This all great. I love it. People who live in theses all apartments also often have small money. What can we do?

  • @lydiayukowati1167
    @lydiayukowati1167 8 років тому +1

    it's brilliant. What is the minimum height needed from floor to ceiling? and how much does it cost? my studio apartment is very small. It's only around 27 m2 semi gross included the bathroom.

  • @truthinspector4430
    @truthinspector4430 8 років тому +4

    They ought to put art on the underside of the bed! Like paint a mural

  • @stormthrush37
    @stormthrush37 8 років тому +7

    Really cool! i love space-saving stuff like this. Thanks for sharing!

  • @TheDoveNestMansion
    @TheDoveNestMansion 8 років тому +1

    Great video... Answered most of questions with the exception of one... What about extra curricular activities? Can it support kids using it as a wrestling ring imitating their favorite wrestler jumping off the top rope? Mutually important, can it support two passionate adults lost in the heat of the moment (if you know what i mean)? While very practical, leaves me with the question of it's fitness other than sleep. The legs don't look like it would be able support the motion of the ocean (for a lack of better words).

  • @azaharrashid
    @azaharrashid 8 років тому +1

    Definitely something I will consider when I buy my own tiny flat. =)

  • @maryleneandre8496
    @maryleneandre8496 7 років тому +1

    J'ai fait faire dans un petit studio à Paris.C'est super ,beau et pratique.

  • @juandenz2008
    @juandenz2008 8 років тому +5

    Nice concept ! I guess if you are really on a budget though, you can just do what many japanese do and sleep on the floor ! And then put the bedding in a closet during the day !

    • @murraymadness4674
      @murraymadness4674 4 роки тому

      Or leave the bed and put the office on top of it... lol

  • @kfsrmn
    @kfsrmn 8 років тому

    Ceiling beds have been used in motor homes for over 30 years. They are raised and lowered electrically. They make a lot of sense.

  • @mikev6046
    @mikev6046 7 років тому +1

    Most innovative I've seen thus far.

  • @rcl1975
    @rcl1975 7 років тому +1

    Great ideas!

  • @jerryrigitjoe1707
    @jerryrigitjoe1707 8 років тому

    I've seen another youtube video that featured a tiny house that had an electric version of a ceiling bed instead of a loft. These are great for infirmed (or older) people who want a tiny home but hesitate because of the loft.

  • @AndTheCorrectAnswerIs
    @AndTheCorrectAnswerIs 8 років тому +123

    If only they could make a human that could fold up when not performing any constructive purpose. We would have lots more space in Washington DC.

  • @Umi-imU-We-Are-One
    @Umi-imU-We-Are-One 8 років тому

    I rented a flat in Notting Hill London that had this exact bed. I loved it! I've never seen one in the States though.

  • @SussieSoerensen
    @SussieSoerensen 8 років тому +1

    I would love having this in my tiny flat!

  • @allanegleston13
    @allanegleston13 8 років тому +1

    would perfer this over a loft anyday .wish i could do this to my model train set.

  • @laidylegs9637
    @laidylegs9637 8 років тому

    This is a fabulous invention! Beautifully done Décadrages!

  • @IntarwebUser
    @IntarwebUser 7 років тому

    I have an idea - a roll-under bed. Stick one bed under another bed, and roll out the second one from under the first when you're ready to sleep. If you have two bedrooms, no problem, just cut a hole in the wall to fit it!

  • @SeeTheWholeTruth
    @SeeTheWholeTruth 8 років тому

    Excellent full coverage. Scary prices I would have to imagine. So, now we pirate their good idea, thank you.

  • @cottagegymfun
    @cottagegymfun 5 років тому

    This demo room has 3 beds. I LOVE IT!

  • @sshum00
    @sshum00 8 років тому +1

    Liked before watching, and of course :) no regrets.

  • @josephinetyree1476
    @josephinetyree1476 8 років тому +10

    WOWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWW GREAT IDEAS.....Love them....all......!!NOW THESE would be wonderful IN a tiny house....instead of those lofts...with ladders.....YEAAAAAAAAAAAAAA ; ) ....( my idea )

    • @325Alexa
      @325Alexa 8 років тому +1

      +Josephine Tyree Yes it is true!!!!!

  • @darrellbarron6901
    @darrellbarron6901 8 років тому

    there are murphy beds now that you dont need to move the furniture and some that transform into other furniture like sofas/desks/bookshelves.you can even put your home comp on the desk and not have to move it as it cantelevers int the bed.really cools uses of space.this 1 shown here i like as well.

  • @willardchi2571
    @willardchi2571 Рік тому

    This is an old idea from the early 20th Century (1916?), called the Sorlien Bed. The Sorlien bed actually retracted, at least partially, into a ceiling recess.

  • @anarchoarchitect5192
    @anarchoarchitect5192 8 років тому +6

    I wonder how many times they move those beds up and down each day

  • @englishrose4388
    @englishrose4388 2 роки тому

    I'm very impressed.

  • @manfred
    @manfred 8 років тому +1

    I feel really happy when i se this youtube clip of the beeds, fantastic!

  • @NyctalopeDiurne
    @NyctalopeDiurne 3 роки тому

    At 9:00 they all go wacko and keep pulling /pushindg the beds! I couldn't count how many times :D

  • @lynegauthier5742
    @lynegauthier5742 7 років тому

    cool ! I like that idea of the bed going up & down.

  • @YLIU
    @YLIU 8 років тому +1

    Tks Kristen. I really like your videos that provides all the possibilities for small space. Someday Im gonna use these ideas. :) Im from Taipei,Taiwan (>15m2 appt costs quite the same like Paris), also lived in Paris for awhile. So I really understand the necessity to use the space smartly to make small appt so so so cozy.
    PS: i don't find the audio is bad. is it? except the bed keep moving, that makes me dizzy. ha.

  • @patrickgilmore9517
    @patrickgilmore9517 8 років тому +4

    Basically an idea in use for several years in Motor Homes for a lot less.

  • @gabrielleb74
    @gabrielleb74 8 років тому +58

    I bet those are crazy expensive.

    • @gabrielleb74
      @gabrielleb74 8 років тому

      ***** Oh I don't know :(

    • @realjuanjose
      @realjuanjose 8 років тому

      +skyboundmisfit brilliant

    • @huntepic6325
      @huntepic6325 8 років тому

      +skyboundmisfit how do you make bed stay in place just like in the video?

    • @SethMyersm16
      @SethMyersm16 8 років тому +5

      +skyboundmisfit DAMN IT MAN YOUVE GOT IT! I HAVE BEEN TRYING TO FIGURE OUT WHY IT LOOKED FAMILIAR AND ITS A LAT MACHINE! IN FACT, MODIFYING AN ACTUAL LAT MACHINE WILL BE LESS EXPENSIVE THAN THE $4K PRICE TAG PLUS SHIPPING FROM FRANCE TO THE US ! THIS BED IS GOING IN MY CONTAINER HOME PROJECT LATER THIS YEAR!

    • @huntepic6325
      @huntepic6325 8 років тому

      ***** can you make a drawing based on what you've said?

  • @michaelhinojosa9665
    @michaelhinojosa9665 4 роки тому

    very cool, especially like the single bed version with the desk and tv, seems the more useful option. still terrified it would fall on me though

  • @anonymouse5910
    @anonymouse5910 7 років тому

    would LOVE for this to be available here in the usa!!!

  • @stilcrazychris
    @stilcrazychris 8 років тому

    This would be neat, if possible, to put in a tiny house. I'm disabled & can't climb a ladder. So it would work because I don't plan to have a loft in my tiny house. Something to show the builder indeed. Hope he can do it.

  • @kingdomcitizen4788
    @kingdomcitizen4788 8 років тому +1

    Love all the creative ideas!!!

  • @jesschappell647
    @jesschappell647 8 років тому

    great video I think this is a very real usable option especially in a small apartment!

  • @michee9850
    @michee9850 7 років тому

    tiny homes need these!

  • @Fire4FX
    @Fire4FX 8 років тому

    This design has been built DIY in a Tiny Home, you'd have to find it here on UA-cam somewhere. Actually it's been done by The Tiny House Company - they have a Facebook page.

  • @KindaSassy1
    @KindaSassy1 8 років тому +1

    brilliance

  • @ethelpepper
    @ethelpepper 8 років тому +4

    I noticed that the price was never mentioned.

  • @helenahayes6150
    @helenahayes6150 8 років тому +1

    I would want to feel that I had a proper bedroom that was my sanctuary.

  • @ourminimalistfamily96
    @ourminimalistfamily96 8 років тому

    Great video. Doubt the ceilings rushed flats in South East Essex would handle the weight. mores the pity as we would love one of these.

  • @XDdu73
    @XDdu73 8 років тому +1

    tbh the one person bed is the best one

  • @hemangbipinshah
    @hemangbipinshah 8 років тому +1

    nice upload
    its seems sensible for having up/ lift beds, as beds are for 8 hours in use and rest space can be left free,
    kristen we have many common interest like EV, Solar. do keep posting.
    i am interested for trading of such products in India. do advice if possible.

  • @robertpersall98
    @robertpersall98 4 роки тому

    This would very handy in a tiny home or camper.

  • @cloud2537
    @cloud2537 5 років тому

    It's a shame they're not supplying America yet, this would be fucking revolutionary here, especially in a lot of these modern city apartments. Murphy Beds can save space, but can also be very monotonous to move everything out of the way every night.

  • @g.t.g1111
    @g.t.g1111 8 років тому

    Cool... However, Murphy Bed would be better, I Think. Construction needed for this bed. I guess both??? Great Space Saver!! I like the last one. Price in USA Currency???

  • @oldmanballer5088
    @oldmanballer5088 6 років тому

    That kids bed would be perfect for my daughters room

  • @413forbes
    @413forbes 7 років тому +3

    this is pretty genius... but I would be so afraid of being pushed against the ceiling during my sleep because of some mechanical disfunction... would this be possible though?

    • @7damick
      @7damick 6 років тому +1

      Freebird No, it’s not mechanical :)

  • @nanalennon
    @nanalennon 8 років тому

    I really love this solution.

  • @MADBONE0
    @MADBONE0 8 років тому

    Sydney Housing market would love this !!

  • @thearchibaldtuttle
    @thearchibaldtuttle 8 років тому +1

    Clever design! In older buildings the ceiling can be very high though....

    • @CologneCarter
      @CologneCarter 8 років тому

      Should be easy to solve with hook to pull down and push up the bed to a level where you can grab it.

    • @jjovereats
      @jjovereats 8 років тому

      Or a rope to pull it down.

    • @CologneCarter
      @CologneCarter 8 років тому

      jjovereats Having a rope dangling from the ceiling might not be to anybody's taste. And it might even be an annoyance with kids around. Kids are bound to tug on it and test if it there for playing Tarzan.

    • @thearchibaldtuttle
      @thearchibaldtuttle 8 років тому

      That would be actually be an added value (at least for the kids) :-)

    • @CologneCarter
      @CologneCarter 8 років тому

      Archibald Tuttle Not really. Because of this well balanced mechanism, they would most likely pull down the bed and crush the breakfast on the table. ;)

  • @UltraWideGigachad
    @UltraWideGigachad 8 років тому +124

    Only 500 pound weight limit? good luck selling in America....

    • @Meluforever
      @Meluforever 8 років тому +2

      +Anon its the weight limit for the mattress, no? ;)

    • @Malumbrus
      @Malumbrus 8 років тому +8

      Well the fatasses don't get cool toys. OH WELL

    • @dufondutrou
      @dufondutrou 8 років тому

      good luck waterbeds

    • @JorgeTorres-mx2hw
      @JorgeTorres-mx2hw 8 років тому +4

      Unless Americans sleep by themselves. 2 people in the USA weights more than 500lbs.

    • @user-iw8bq4vg4p
      @user-iw8bq4vg4p 7 років тому +9

      Does anyone hear them self? I'm 100 I could fit 5 friends tyvm

  • @maggie123489
    @maggie123489 8 років тому

    I really like it; a genius idea and design!

  • @AlexBooster
    @AlexBooster 8 років тому +2

    Wow! Great ideas!

  • @bicyclexx7
    @bicyclexx7 8 років тому +4

    great idea for a mobile home

    • @tinderinc
      @tinderinc 8 років тому +4

      +bicycle X The walls and or ceiling in a mobile home would not hold that bed and your average American couple.

    • @sebastiankegels
      @sebastiankegels 8 років тому +6

      +Tinder inc and your average american couple, im crying so true hahaha

    • @jgroenveld1268
      @jgroenveld1268 8 років тому

      +bicycle X are ceiling heights in a typical American mobile home restrictive already?

    • @Churumbelita
      @Churumbelita 8 років тому

      +Jügren van der Kaas I'd say most are probable barely seven feet.

    • @bicyclexx7
      @bicyclexx7 8 років тому

      Jügren van der Kaas 13 feet

  • @ffishfinger
    @ffishfinger 8 років тому

    good sales pitch!

  • @noviceprepper5397
    @noviceprepper5397 8 років тому

    great space saving idea. well done.

  • @onaseriousnote4183
    @onaseriousnote4183 8 років тому +5

    If they did that in a hotel you could have your kids in there with you WITH SPACE still.
    How about single parent homes where a parent cannot afford multiple rooms?
    Shared children's bedrooms with less fights maybe?
    Any other ideas?

    • @herranton
      @herranton 8 років тому

      A lot of cruise ships have something similar built in. So do a lot o RVs. This isn't a very original idea.

    • @onaseriousnote4183
      @onaseriousnote4183 8 років тому +2

      Even if not an original idea - it's a good idea (of someone's sometime).

    • @nonebutmyself7454
      @nonebutmyself7454 7 років тому

      A 4m x 3m apartment. Like my dorm room in university.

  • @roy.mclean
    @roy.mclean 8 років тому +1

    Where do you hide your suitcase?

  • @wagnereduardo3208
    @wagnereduardo3208 8 років тому

    good day enjoyed your product

  • @LarsLeonhard
    @LarsLeonhard 4 роки тому

    I wonder how often they break down and if you are at risk of getting a 150 kilo bed in your head or unable to put it up or take it down.

  • @smiley2511
    @smiley2511 Рік тому

    Could u pls tell me what is the mechanism or machine used to lift the bed

  • @lawwingfai
    @lawwingfai 8 років тому

    Its amazing !!! Really brilliant !!! Good job.

  • @sinfullyblondie
    @sinfullyblondie 5 років тому

    Brilliant Just Love it and Love all Your Videos Ms Kirsten :)

  • @tabattaoliveira4910
    @tabattaoliveira4910 8 років тому

    coloquem legenda em português pois sou do Brasil e não sei falar inglês,porém adoro o seu canal bjs e parabéns

  • @peaceandlove544
    @peaceandlove544 7 років тому

    I am waiting for the inexpensive Ikea version of little desk/closet/pull down bed

  • @bean5964
    @bean5964 8 років тому

    So very cool!!!