Kids Bed Designs For Every Bedroom Layout

No two children are the same... and the same goes for their bedrooms. Some kids' rooms are small and cosy, others have awkward shapes, and some offer a bit more room to play with. The right bed design helps make the most of that space, giving your child a comfortable place to sleep while keeping the room practical and tidy.

At Millie & Jones, you’ll find a wide range of kids’ beds styles designed for all kinds of room layouts: from compact high sleepers that create more floor space to day beds and trundle beds that fit neatly into tighter corners. Whatever the shape or size of your child’s bedroom, there’s a bed to suit that will fit like a glove.

The best children's beds for small rooms

Small rooms need smart furniture choices that help create enough room for sleep, play, and storage without feeling cramped.

When you're working with limited space, the right beds for kids can make all the difference, offering a good night’s sleep while freeing up floor space for everything else that goes on in a child’s room. Here are some bed types that work well in compact layouts.

Bunk beds that save on floor space

Bunk beds are one of the best space saving solutions for small bedrooms shared by two children. With a top bunk and bottom bunk in the same footprint as a single bed, bunk beds create two separate sleeping spaces without using up extra floor space.

Many designs come with built-in storage space like drawers or trundle beds underneath, giving you extra room for toys, clothes, or bedding. Some styles include even a desk underneath or shelves under the bottom bunk, helping you make the most of every bit of space.

Millie & Jones bunk beds are made from durable materials like solid wood, with sturdy ladders and safety rails for your peace of mind. These beds suit younger children who share a room, or older kids looking for a bit of independence in their own sleeping space.

Cabin beds with storage built in

Cabin beds for kids sit a little lower than bunk beds or high sleepers, but still offer plenty of storage space underneath. They work particularly well in small rooms where you want to fit storage and sleeping space into one bed frame.

Cabin beds often come with built-in drawers, cupboards, or shelving, giving you somewhere to tuck away toys, books, or clothes without needing extra furniture. The Millie & Jones range of cabin beds includes styles made with high quality materials and designed in a choice of colour schemes that suit both younger children and older kids, offering a practical way to keep one's bedroom organised.

These beds are ideal for making the most of a small single bed footprint in your little one's bedroom, adding valuable storage without taking up extra room.

Day beds for flexibility

Day beds are another smart choice for small rooms, ideal for teen rooms where a 'chill out zone' is a necessity. These stylish kids beds work as a single bed at night and a sofa-style seat during the day, helping create a stylish space that feels open and easy to use.

Day beds are great for kids who want their room to double as a living space or for families who need a flexible setup for sleepovers or guests. We've designed lots of our day beds to come with trundle beds or built-in storage options, offering extra space without taking over the room.

Cot beds for toddler-to-child transitions

For small bedrooms where growing children are making the move from baby bed to big bed, a cot bed provides a compact solution that fits the space without overwhelming it, and helps with your child's transition into from tot to tween. Kids beds with cots often convert into toddler beds or small single beds, so you can keep the same frame as your child grows for a bit of extra saving (we know how expensive that new teenage wardrobe can be!)

Millie & Jones offers cot bed options designed with safety rails and durable materials, providing a secure and practical choice for a little one's bedroom that sleekly shifts into a bit of a more grown up bed when you need it to. These beds help save space during those early years while offering enough room for a good night's sleep to power those growth spurts.

The best beds for kids in shared bedrooms

Shared rooms can feel tight without the right furniture, but choosing beds that work harder for the space can help keep things practical and comfortable. Whether you’re furnishing a room for siblings or planning for regular sleepovers, here are some kids bed designs that suit shared bedrooms with ease.

Bunk beds for siblings and guests

Bunk beds with storage are one of the most popular choices for shared bedrooms. They offer two sleeping spaces and room for clutter in the footprint of a single bed, making them a perfect bed option where two children share a room. With a top bunk and bottom bunk, there’s enough room for each child to have their own space without taking up extra floor space (you just need to mediate who gets the top bunk).

Our Millie & Jones storage bunk beds are designed with built-in spaces like drawers or shelves, or include even a desk underneath to give kids a spot for reading, homework, or crafts. Some styles feature a trundle bed, ideal for sleepovers or creating flexible sleeping space without needing a second permanent bed to an already chock-full room.

Solid wood frames, sturdy ladders, and safety rails help ensure these kids beds are a safe and durable solution for growing children.

Trundle beds for flexible sleeping space

Trundle kids beds are another smart solution for small shared bedrooms or for rooms where guests stay regularly. A trundle bed tucks away under the main bed frame, saving space when not in use but easy to pull out when needed.

These beds work well for families who want to keep the room open for play or study during the day but still have an extra bed ready at bedtime. Many of the Millie & Jones kids single bed designs with trundle options also include built-in storage or built-in drawers to make the most of the space so you can use it as you choose.

The best kids bed styles for awkward rooms

Rooms with sloped ceilings, corners, or unusual shapes can be tricky to furnish. The right bed design helps make the most of even the most oddly shaped rooms, giving your child a good night’s sleep while keeping the layout practical and tidy. Here are a few bed types that suit awkward rooms.

Day beds that double as seating

Day beds are ideal for awkward spaces where you want a bed that fits neatly against a wall or under a sloped ceiling. These beds work as a single bed at night and a sofa-style seat during the day, creating a stylish space that feels open and easy to use.

Choose a Millie & Jones day bed with storage, which often include built-in drawers or a trundle bed underneath, to help you create extra room for guests or storage without needing additional furniture. They’re a great fit for rooms that need to work harder without feeling crowded.

Mid sleeper beds for flexible storage and play

Mid sleeper beds sit higher than a standard single bed but lower than high sleepers, making them a good option where ceiling height is limited. These beds provide valuable storage space or room for play underneath the bed frame, without the need for a full-height ladder.

A mid sleeper can include built-in storage, shelving, or even a built-in desk underneath, helping to keep the room tidy and making the most of every bit of floor space. Millie & Jones offers mid sleeper beds made from durable materials that suit younger children and growing kids alike.

The best big bed frames for larger bedrooms

With a bit more floor space to work with, larger bedrooms give you the chance to choose kids beds that combine sleep, study, and play without feeling cramped. The right design helps create zones that suit your child’s routine now and as they grow without looking too small or unnecessarily using up space.

High sleepers with built-in desks and wardrobes

High sleepers with storage are a smart choice for bigger rooms where you want to fit everything into one stylish space without needing to fill it up with clutter. With the sleeping space raised off the floor, there’s plenty of room underneath for built-in storage, a built-in desk, or even a gaming bed setup.

Millie & Jones high sleepers are great for children and teens, made from durable materials like solid wood, with options that include wardrobes, shelving, and sturdy ladders with safety rails. These beds suit older kids or teenagers who want a space that feels more grown-up and practical.

Treehouse beds for fun and function

Themed beds for kids are a great way to add bedtime fun while making the most of the space in a larger child’s bedroom. These beds combine a raised sleeping area with playful designs that spark the imagination.

Millie & Jones treehouse beds combine solid, durable materials with playful designs children enjoy. Many of our top-selling styles include clever storage or leave space below for toys and games, making them a great pick for younger children who like a bit of fun at bedtime.

Find the perfect kids bed for your child’s room

From space saving cabin beds to high sleepers with desks and storage, there’s a bed type for every room layout. The right choice helps keep the space practical, tidy, and ready for whatever your child needs: whether that’s sleep, study, or play.

Explore the Millie & Jones kids bed collection today and find the perfect fit for your child’s bedroom.