he economic downturn has forced many people to rethink the way they live in their homes. Many are opting to reconfigure their houses to be more flexible, instead of adding on or moving. A flexible home, one that can adapt to changing family dynamics or play host to extended stays from guests, has become paramount as the demands on our existing homes have increased. Incorporated into built-in cabinetry, a fold-down bed makes it possible for a room to do double duty. The room can have one function by day-an office or playroom, for instance-and serve as sleeping quarters by night. The beauty is in the bed's conceal-ment: It simply disappears when not in use. However, designing a fold-down bed so that it looks great and functions well is no easy task. Here, I'll share my design process for integrating a fold-down bed into an existing room.
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