Varieties of choosing transformable furniture for a children's room

Folding furniture, called transformers, is convenient for small apartments. Manufacturers produce single copies of interior items and multifunctional sets. A special place is occupied by transformable children's furniture, which can grow with the kids. This short review presents a variety of space-saving furniture models for sitting and lying, working and drawing.

Transformable furniture allows you to equip even a very small room with everything you need

Features of transformable furniture in a children's room

Folding modules and sliding systems are designed for infants and older children. Teens can find beds that can be stowed away in closets, tables with convertible tops, and much more. Furnishings are created to provide the child with maximum living comfort. There are places for classes and textbooks for schoolchildren. The small transformable children's room can accommodate everything a child needs and leaves room for free movement.

A bed with a lifting base, under which there is a convenient storage system

Folding products have a number of advantages; thanks to the increasing sleeping space, there is no need to change furniture as the baby grows. The transformer has all kinds of drawers, compartments, other functional elements, and devices that improve comfort. Tiered and modular models are convenient for twins and the same age who are used to being together, but everyone has their own personal space. In a small area, children can perform different activities if a recreation and study area is provided.

The folding interior has certain disadvantages:

• a child may feel uncomfortable in a large bed;
• one folding module takes up a lot of space at once;
• Numerous storage spaces are not designed for large items.

Sometimes transformable furniture gets boring and you have to buy something new.

A mobile chair-bed does not take up little space during the day, and in the evening it turns into a sleeping place

Transformable dining tables

The transformable dining table solves the problem of visiting guests and festive family feasts. So many places are not needed in everyday life, but a massive table takes up almost half of a small apartment. Transformers are quite compact and expand due to the folding mechanism.

You can expand the usable area by at least 20 centimeters, at least by 1.5 meters - the main thing is to choose the right model. Some tables are laid out manually, but there are also automatic designs. A convenient option is a combined louver mechanism, when additional planes are installed on both sides.

Types of transformable furniture

Multifunctional furniture can be:

• with vertical and horizontal transformation;
• tiered, when the entire space is occupied, space is saved;
• composite, when the modules move without mechanical devices;
• equipped with rotating structures.

The sofa bed has a simple and fairly reliable design

In furniture stores you can find:

• pull-out and reclining beds;
• desks with movable tabletops;
• multifunctional wardrobes;
• various chests of drawers;
• high chairs and cots for babies.

The modern folding interior is equipped with convenient mechanisms and is easy to assemble.

It is important to combine interior items correctly and adhere to a single style.

Transformable bed

A transformable children's bed for a small apartment grows with the baby.

The transformable crib can be modified to suit the age and height of the baby

The height of the bed is adjustable, making it comfortable to rock babies in cribs with a pendulum. The cradle transforms into a deep playpen; reliable wheels move easily. Models with 6 and 8 types of transformations are surprising; a transformable bed with longitudinal motion sickness does not take up much space.

There are models that combine a changing table with cabinets and a roll-out orthopedic base.

A compact and capacious chest of drawers with a changing surface is convenient for placing children's things

Table transformer

For schoolchildren living in a small apartment, an original transforming children's desk will be an alternative to a bulky desk. Furniture with adjustable height and tilt of the tabletop will help avoid scoliosis and preserve the child’s vision.

A transforming desk with adjustable legs will “grow” with the student

Convenient drawer is useful for storing writing instruments

Lightweight plastic transformable children's tables have an expressive design and bright colors. For older children, compact models with drawers, retractable table tops, and reclining seats are intended. For a teenager, you can buy a transformable children's bed-table. The sleeping place is laid out on the tabletop.

Modular furniture accustoms the child to order. In a cramped space it is possible to find a place for exercise and outdoor games.

Transformable chair

Popular children's transformable tables and chairs have different functionality. Some models grow with the baby and can serve until school. Others turn into rocking chairs for babies, needed from the first year of life. Folding, composite, retractable options made of wood and plastic have been developed. The textile design of the seat looks original.

This model can be used as a high chair for feeding a baby or as a full-fledged table for an older child

Furniture items for children are not designed for heavy loads; the permissible weight is indicated in the operating instructions. It is unsafe to exceed the calculated values.

The transformable chair “Humpbacked Horse” was developed in accordance with the recommendations of orthopedic doctors

And others

Multifunctional folding or sliding furniture is available in several modifications: from prefabricated modules, cabinet, with upholstery. Folding children's sofas are combined with hanging shelves, cabinets, and drawers for storing essentials.

A folding bed consisting of a wall with shelves and drawers is an excellent solution for a small room

A wall with transformable modules fits perfectly into small rooms, is used for zoning studio apartments, and creates a personal space for the child. Wardrobes are combined with a sleeping area and a work desk.

One set of furniture can provide sleeping places for two children at night, and serve as a comfortable sofa during the day

The walls with the table are placed in an area that receives sunlight. For a two-story layout, it is worth providing an additional lamp.

Additional functionality

A sofa bed also provides additional useful features. Some models have sections for storing things, a sports or guest area, shelves, pillows and even a closet.

Upholstered furniture can be complemented with other elements. For example, hidden niches or transformation mechanisms. This product is more practical, but its cost also increases.

Storage compartment Sports corner

Guest area

Shelves at the head

Additional sides

Furniture making materials

Children's interior items are made from environmentally friendly materials that do not emit harmful substances. Relevant standards for plastic and metal products have been developed.

Tree

Wooden cabinets, beds, and other interior items create a healthy microclimate. Folding structures are made from solid wood; natural veneer is ideal for finishing. Durable natural material is ideal for a children's room.

A wooden pendulum bed equipped with a special mechanism that allows you to rock your baby to sleep as if in a cradle.

Metal

All moving mechanisms are made of tool steel with a large margin of safety. Metal chrome elements give the furniture a modern look, practical semicircular sides make the interior safe for children.

The most reliable are transformable furniture, the construction of which uses a durable metal frame

And others

Resin-reinforced wood panels are traditionally used to create modular and cabinet furniture. Eco-friendly plastic at a low cost is used to create lightweight interior structures.

A hidden bed made of MDF hides in a niche due to a folding mechanism and, when raised, merges with the overall design

Crib sizes

In the classic version, the dimensions of the bed are 60x120. They may differ for transformers:

• For the 3 in 1 model, the length is 170-180 cm, width 60-80 cm. Even a teenager can sleep.
• Those with retractable sides have dimensions of 70x140.
• An oval transformable bed is usually 75x130.

Types of transformer furniture mechanisms

A feature of each type of transformable interior items are original designs that ensure safe operation of the furniture. The mechanism unfolds in one motion; simplicity and reliability are the main principles of hinge manufacturers.

When choosing transformable furniture, special attention must be paid to the quality of the fittings used.

Roll-out, folding and swing systems, “dolphins”, “Eurobooks”, “accordions” help create compact headsets.

Tips for choosing transformable beds

• Choosing the type of bed. What goals do you pursue when purchasing it? If you need to have everything close by, buy a 3-in-1 model. If you need a place to store diapers and things, get a chest of drawers. Need a multifunctional one? Buy a round one! Consider the size of the room where you will place it, choose the appropriate dimensions.

• Buy from a trusted supplier. Look at reviews on the Internet and approximate prices. It is better to buy in children's or furniture stores, where a guarantee is provided for the product.

• Inspect the selected model for defects. Check the serviceability of the design right in the store. Check for a quality certificate. If it is available, it means that all materials are safe and meet quality standards.

• Avoid bright colors that will irritate your baby. Soft pastel colors are better. Another thing to consider is whether the design matches the baby’s room.

Bunk beds

Two-story models and three-tier modules are convenient when there are two children. The varied designs offer interesting models for twins and children of different ages. Double folding wardrobe beds are equipped with orthopedic mattresses. There are simple options for “folding beds” with a spacious drawer for bedding.

Folding beds in a school-age boys' room

Modern options for folding beds are valued for functionality and convenience. The main advantage is the saving of living space, the bed does not occupy a separate area. Such furniture combines important functional features of interiors: mobility and simplicity. Beds for temporary use do not litter the living space.

Transformable bed with an additional bed in the form of a roll-out section equipped with drawers

When arranging furniture, it is necessary to leave passages of at least 40 cm for safe passage to the bathroom or toilet.

Design options

Furniture for teenagers aged 13–17 years is made in a more restrained style than for children. It is not customary to use images of cartoon characters, superheroes, and fairies. The emphasis is on a single color scheme and the same style. But still, teenage design is distinguished by its originality and bright colors.

Advantages and main features of sofa beds, design options

To fit furniture into the interior, you should consider the following:

• for a high-tech room, bright ornaments and geometric patterns are suitable, while classics “require” neutral and muted colors;
• if a teenager’s bedroom is decorated in a Scandinavian style, monotony and strict, regular shapes are preferred;
• Provence is floral motifs;
• if you haven’t decided on the style yet, the “basic” option is suitable - a plain sofa, to which you can later add bright accents in the form of pillows and other textiles.

From a psychological point of view, colors that have a beneficial effect on the psyche are preferred. For boys - dark shades that help develop a masculine character. But it is important to maintain a balance here. If there are too many dark colors in the room, the furniture should become a bright accent. An excess of dark shades can cause sudden changes in mood and blues.

For girls, the color scheme is selected taking into account age. The older the teenager, the calmer the shades are needed. If a bright pink sofa is suitable for a 13-year-old girl, then powdery shades are suitable for an 18-year-old girl. Among the options that are used for upholstered furniture are lilac, blue, turquoise, olive. Floral motifs or geometric prints are appropriate.

Velvet or leather furniture looks inappropriate in a teenager's room. Fabric upholstery in calm pastel shades is not only more interesting, but also lasts longer.

A wide range of models of sofa beds for teenagers allows you to choose an option even for a narrow small room. If you need to save space, a “Eurobook”, as well as a single version with pillows, are suitable. When you want to use space as practically as possible, you should take a closer look at transformers or a model such as an “attic” - it usually provides additional functions.

High-tech Scandinavian style Provence

Basic plain option

Wardrobe or chest of drawers

Furniture factories began to pay more attention to creating universal furniture for storing clothes, toys, school supplies, textbooks, and dictionaries. A transforming wardrobe with a bed and a sofa is an ideal option for large families.

A transforming wardrobe with a full bed is suitable for a teenager’s room

A chest of drawers with a pull-out chair will replace a bulky desk. They produce models with retractable tabletops, swivel ones for teenagers, and dresser tables for changing babies.

The transformable chest of drawers can easily turn into a desk if necessary.

Flaws

In a very small nursery, such a bed will take up a lot of space. The reason is that Transformers are slightly larger than normal ones. Basically, all models are capable of increasing the length, but not the width of the berth. And for an increased length you will have to take a new mattress. Cribs with a chest of drawers also have a drawback - many mothers complain about a narrow chest of drawers that cannot accommodate all the baby’s things.

Photos of examples of children's room design with transformable furniture

The photo selection presents the best transformable beds for children, photos and successful design solutions in different price categories.

If you remove the side of this crib, the baby's sleeping bed will turn into a comfortable sofa for an older child

The transformable crib as in the photo takes up little space, numerous drawers are designed for storing things.

A bed-table will be the optimal solution for a teenager’s room

The compact arrangement of all the essentials helps to unload the space, creating more air. Some transformers have a play area.

Combined furniture allows you to save space and not clutter the space with unnecessary objects

Thanks to an integrated approach, using transformable furniture, you can comfortably furnish even the smallest room. It is necessary to take into account the age and gender of the child. Teenagers are attracted to modern design, boys prefer minimalism, girls are attracted to romanticism. A comfortable environment inspires the child and helps children develop.

Multifunctional loft bed with desk

Transformable coffee tables

Previously, to gather with friends for pizza or board games, you had to move the dining table into the living room. Coffee tables were too small and low until transformable models appeared.

If you have a small studio apartment for one or two people, then a transforming coffee table is your choice. For everyday use, a small bar counter combined with a work surface is sufficient. And when guests arrive, you can fold out the coffee table - and then you won’t need a bulky dining table at all.

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Photo of children's furniture-transformer

Best cribs according to reviews

• SKV-Company 83003x. A modern domestic model with a chest of drawers, a drawer for things and a changing table. Very comfortable. Converts into a teenage bed and chest of drawers. Two bottom height positions, a lowering backrest and a transverse pendulum mechanism. The average cost is about 11,000 rubles. Disadvantages in the availability of chipboard elements.

• FAIRY 1100. Also Russian production 3 in 1. Not inferior to the previous version. However, there are complaints about the pendulum mechanism (it creaks, it flies out). Costs about 10,000 rubles.

• Red star Paulina-2 C422. This is a round crib made of solid birch. It is roomy and multifunctional: a cradle, an oval crib with 3 levels of sleeping bed height, a playpen, a changing table, a sofa and a table with armchairs. Equipped with a high-quality pendulum. Costs about 18,000 rubles. Compared to imported analogues, it is cheaper.

• AZZURRA DESIGN GEMINI. Italian model for twins on wheels. This is a twin bed and can be separated. Made from natural materials. Suitable up to four years of age. Price about 66,000 rub. No additional elements.

• NUOVITA NIDO MAGIA. Italian round crib (made here) 5 in 1: cradle, side crib, sofa, playpen, oval bed. Made of beech and covered with harmless enamel. Price on average 22,000 rub.

What to choose is up to you. Let your choice be right! Coziness and comfortable, healthy sleep are important for the full development of the baby. A transformable crib can provide this for several years. Let it serve your grandchildren! And your children will sleep soundly and grow up healthy! Author: Yulia Tamanskaya especially for the website Matrasium.ru