Wednesday, August 10, 2011

Construct a Cozy Built-in Bed

From: Mother Earth News

Use this hands-on know-how to build a one-of-a-kind bed.

By: Steve Maxwell

December 2008/January 2009

Construct a cozy built-in bed using this design and you can create space for bookshelves and convenient storage all at the same time.
LEN CHURCHILL

Imagine waking up nestled in a snug alcove designed especially for sleeping. It’s a place where wood and fabrics come together to create a protective nook that’s also a great place to spend time reading, knitting, sketching or thinking. This is the allure of a built-in bed, and it’s a surprisingly easy feature to add to any home. It’s also something that you’ll never find in stores. True built-ins aren’t for sale — they’re one-of-a-kind home improvement projects, requiring site-specific woodworking and renovation skills. Sound difficult? It’s not. Follow the principles here and your built-in bed will make your home a cozier place, while also delivering some efficient storage space.

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