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Retractable Bed Designs

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The 'BedUp' Pulls Up to the Ceiling, as Opposed to Folding into a Wall

— September 2, 2015 — Art & Design
While many folding beds exist to save space by becoming part of the wall, the 'BedUp' retractable bed allows the wall space to be utilized as well. The handy design also doesn't require the bedding to be removed like a classic Murphy bed does. Everything can remain, meaning the BedUp is ready to be hoisted to the ceiling at any moment. While this may seem difficult, the design only requires one hand to pull the mattress and frame to the ceiling. Finally, furniture can be left under the bed since it has height-adjustable legs, meaning it can be raised to reveal an entire room that's already set up with a couch and table.

With rising rates in the housing market and an increase in individuals living on their own, the BedUp is extremely attractive to those looking to save space. The retractable bed comes in two versions, Vision or Cocoon, each with built-in lights on its bottom for when it transforms into an illuminating ceiling.
Trend Themes
1. Retractable Bed Designs - The 'BedUp' retractable bed allows for space-saving while maintaining the usability of the wall and with the convenience of not having to remove the bedding.
2. Height-adjustable Legs - The BedUp's height-adjustable legs enable furniture to be left under the bed, creating an opportunity for maximizing the use of available space.
3. Integrated Lighting - The Vision and Cocoon versions of the BedUp come with built-in lights that provide an illuminating ceiling when the bed is retracted.
Industry Implications
1. Interior Design - The retractable bed design presents opportunities for space-saving and innovative interior design solutions.
2. Home Furnishings - Height-adjustable beds with the ability to keep furniture under them can create new opportunities in the home furnishings industry for maximizing functionality in small spaces.
3. Real Estate - As the housing market becomes more competitive and people seek to maximize space, retractable bed designs offer a disruptive innovation that could appeal to potential homebuyers and renters.
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