Are over bed cupboards old fashioned?

Storage units fitted above the bed were a popular trend back in the ’70s and ’80s and, although they were great for making the most of unused wall space, these cupboards never looked particularly appealing. In fact, they often made bedrooms feel darker and more enclosed.

What is a wardrobe bed?

Definition of wardrobe bed : a folding bed serving as a wardrobe when closed.

Are storage beds good as per Vastu?

Vastu for Bedroom: Declutter Your Space for Good Sleep Make sure that there is no storage under or below the bed as it disrupts the energy field resulting in highly disturbed sleep.

How do you get rid of old built in wardrobes?

Insert a crowbar behind the wardrobe and against the wall behind the wardrobe. The space may be tight, but the crowbar is slender enough that it can fit into small spaces. As you gently pull back toward yourself with the crowbar, you will release the fitted wardrobe from the wall bit by bit.

What are Solitaire wardrobes?

Solitaire wardrobes Simple solutions to get your clothes under control, organised and easy to find. Our solitaire wardrobes offer a wide range with both sliding and hinged doors. Different sizes and looks to suit your space and style, a choice of materials (including wood) and smart ideas like adjustable shelves.

What is a Breton bed?

Breton lits-clos, cabinet beds Brittany is famous for its lit-clos (enclosed bed) tradition. Its box beds often have beautiful, intricate carving on the doors, and are sometimes one above the other in a double-decker, two-storey arrangement. The two pictured both come from Finistère, the north-western tip of France.

Should fitted wardrobes go to the ceiling?

A design expert from Hammonds explains, ‘In general the majority of installations are floor to ceiling. However, when you have a period property where ceilings are high, with decorative ceiling coving and picture rails, the wardrobes would better enhance the room if they didn’t cover over these architectural designs.