Making the Most of Your Space with Adult Bunk Beds
Finding affordable and spacious accommodation, especially in large cities, is increasingly challenging. Smaller flats and studio apartments are becoming the norm, forcing residents to be creative with their living spaces. Which is one of the reasons why adults are choosing bunk beds in greater numbers than ever before.
If you’re thinking that a bunk bed may be a good solution to the space issue, but you’re also wondering if it’s a practical choice, or even a bit weird, don’t worry. We’re seeing more and more adults choosing bunk beds as a way to maximise limited living space.
At Strictly Beds and Bunks, we know from experience about the need for stylish, durable, and sustainable furniture that’s designed for apartment living. We specialise in heavy-duty pine bunk beds designed for adults. They’re built to last, look great, and provide a practical solution for maximising space without compromising on comfort.
Why Choose a Bunk Bed Rather Than a Fold-Up or Sofa Bed?
When space is at a premium, you need furniture that works hard for you. While fold-up beds and sofa beds might seem like good alternative, bunk beds offer distinct advantages, especially for adults sharing a space or for anyone wanting to find more floor space. Here’s why:
Maximise Your Floor Space
A bunk bed occupies the same floor space as a single bed but provides two sleeping areas. This frees up valuable square footage. Unlike a sofa bed which takes up a large footprint even when folded up, or a fold-up bed which needs clear floor space to unfold, a bunk bed footprint remains exactly the same.
Stable Sleeping Spaces
Sofa beds need to be made up every night, but bunk beds offer permanent, ready-to-use sleeping spaces. This is especially important if you’re someone who values a night time routine and a good night’s sleep.
Enhanced Privacy (in shared spaces)
For adults sharing a flat or studio, bunk beds can offer a degree of personal space and privacy. Even though a curtain may have to stand in for a bedroom wall, the separation provided by the upper and lower bunks creates a sense of individual zones within a shared room. This is something neither a sofa bed nor a fold-up bed can provide.
Durability and Stability
High-quality, heavy-duty bunk beds designed for adults are incredibly sturdy and stable and each bed adheres to the rigorous BS EN747:2019 Part 1 & 2 safety standards. A well-built bunk bed will provide a solid, reliable and comfortable bed for years to come.
Style and Design
Our pine bunk beds are available in a range of colours, or you can choose to paint your bed yourself to match the décor of your flat. You can also personalise your sleeping area with a shelf for essentials, and a reading lamp.
Choosing the Bunk Bed Configuration That Suits Your Needs
When we think of bunk beds, we tend to think of the standard model with one bed stacked on top of another. Depending on your living situation and space requirements, though, there are other configurations can offer unique advantages.

Loft Beds (Ideal for Single Occupants)
If you’re living solo and your priority is more floor space, a loft bed is an ideal option. It comprises a top bunk only, leaving a usable space underneath. This ‘spare space’ can be used as a wardrobe space, a home office, or a seating area with a small sofa or armchairs, or even extra storage space with shelving or drawers.
By making the most of vertical space, a loft bed effectively creates a multi-functional zone within a single room, freeing up the remaining floor space. This is particularly useful in studio apartments or smaller bedrooms where every square foot counts.
L-Shaped Bunk Beds (Great for Shared Rooms with Flexible Layouts)
L-shaped bunk beds offer a configuration where the two beds are positioned at a 90-degree angle to each other. This creates a more open and less imposing feel compared to traditional stacked bunk beds.
The L-shape also allows for more flexibility in room layout, as the space beneath the top bunk can be used for a desk, a small seating area, or additional storage. If you’re furnishing a room that’s an unusual shape, or has limited wall space, this bunk bed can be tucked into a corner or positioned along two different walls.


Bunk Beds with Integrated Storage – Drawers and Trundle Beds
If you want your bunk beds to work really hard on your behalf, think about integrating extra storage into the design.
- • Under-Bed Drawers – Bunk beds can incorporate drawers built into the frame underneath the bottom bunk. These drawers provide valuable storage space and help to organise the room as a whole.
- • Trundle Beds – If you’re planning on having guests to stay, choose a bunk bed with a trundle bed underneath. This is a separate bed frame that’s tucked under the bottom bunk until needed.
Bunk Beds for Adults - Space and Style
Choosing the right bed for smaller living spaces, takes time and ingenuity. Adult bunk beds offer a versatile and stylish solution. From space-saving loft beds to flexible L-shaped configurations and clever storage options like under-bed drawers and trundles, there’s a design to suit your particular needs. The pay-off is that you can create a comfortable, organised, and stylish living space that works on your terms.
Ready to transform your space with an adult bunk bed? Explore our range of bunk beds at Strictly Beds and Bunks today. We offer a variety of configurations, finishes, and customisation options to help you find the perfect fit for your home.
Strictly Beds & Bunks provides high-quality, heavy-duty bunk beds across the UK. We offer a wide range of styles and sizes to suit your needs, with delivery available, to: London, Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool, Brighton, Oxford, Leicester, Nottingham, Cambridge, Birmingham, Bristol, Bournemouth, Kent, and Norwich.