Anonymous
Post 06/11/2025 14:44     Subject: Re:Room Remodel After Adult Child Moves Out -- Daybed?

Anonymous wrote:I'm leaning toward this one:

https://www.ashleyfurniture.com/p/baxton_studio_lowri_twin_3-drawer_daybed/B6000795CN.html?srsltid=AfmBOool_hir0MyuiR7ZVA7nBbKV1OfIfjC1JtiOhwHUfMV34A7I96iS

Then adding an L-shaped desk that works for crafting as well.


This feels more appropriate for a kid's space.
Anonymous
Post 06/11/2025 14:37     Subject: Re:Room Remodel After Adult Child Moves Out -- Daybed?

I don't like Murphy beds or daybeds. I think I'd do a pull out couch as it will look the most stylish and appropriate for an office setting. It's more functional too as you could use it daily, too. Daybeds are really deep so I don't think I'd enjoy sitting on it while working. As you said, you already have another dedicated guest room, so this is more like extra, extra sleeping options.
Anonymous
Post 06/11/2025 07:14     Subject: Room Remodel After Adult Child Moves Out -- Daybed?

I love the murphy bed in my office. It doesn’t make me feel depressed?

Anonymous
Post 06/10/2025 22:36     Subject: Room Remodel After Adult Child Moves Out -- Daybed?

I would do a Murphy bed or a foldaway couch. Day beds look cheesy.
Anonymous
Post 06/10/2025 21:37     Subject: Re:Room Remodel After Adult Child Moves Out -- Daybed?

We have something like this - not quite as expensive and in a different color. But we love it.

https://www.wallbedsbywilding.com/product/clover-murphy-cabinet-bed/?attribute_pa_clover-colors=cherry&attribute_pa_flip-up-nightstand=no&msclkid=f21bbc2cd25215ec6e05d4640f41e78a#/&keyword=&utm_term=&utm_campaign=Standard_Shopping&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=ppc&hsa_acc=3122974690&hsa_cam=20651505303&hsa_grp=1224857032042400&hsa_ad=&hsa_src=o&hsa_tgt=pla-4580153140775897&hsa_kw=&hsa_mt=e&hsa_net=adwords&hsa_ver=3

In that room we also have a reading nook - a comfortable recliner, an end table and a lamp. We also have a mini office area with a desk, computer and printer. We like having a space to step away when there are a lot of people around and so do guests.
Anonymous
Post 06/10/2025 21:28     Subject: Room Remodel After Adult Child Moves Out -- Daybed?

Which rooms have their own bath?
Anonymous
Post 06/10/2025 21:25     Subject: Room Remodel After Adult Child Moves Out -- Daybed?

Anonymous wrote:My son just moved out on his own -- left the nest to start his career! His bed was a very old and worn captains bed which we just gave away. He took his desk and dresser.

We already have a guest bedroom with two twin beds and my daughter moves out this fall so we'll also have her room (with solid wood and in great shape queen bed furniture). So we really don't need another full guest bedroom.

That being said we have lots of family and friends overseas who are now welcome to stay with us.

I currently have an office but it's loft style and doesn't allow me to really work from home as I can't close the door.
I love to do arts/crafts.
I'd still love to have a daybed in the room.

I am looking to convert the room into an office/daybed/craft room but really need help - I don't want it to look childish or cheap. Thoughts on furniture? Specially a daybed w/desk or daybed with matching desk?


Then your box stores like Furniture warehouses and Ikea and other cheap garbage are out.

Find a specialty store that deals in quality furniture, or else go antiquing.
Anonymous
Post 06/10/2025 20:59     Subject: Room Remodel After Adult Child Moves Out -- Daybed?

Murphy beds are depressing. Daybeds are stupid. Just put two twin beds in that room and call it a day.
Anonymous
Post 06/10/2025 16:12     Subject: Re:Room Remodel After Adult Child Moves Out -- Daybed?

Anonymous
Post 06/09/2025 21:52     Subject: Room Remodel After Adult Child Moves Out -- Daybed?

Anonymous wrote:The IKEA Hemnes daybed looks good enough if you have the right aesthetic.

It's been around for 20 years or more.



You could make it suitable for curling up and reading with big pillows.

https://www.reddit.com/r/IKEA/comments/1f9ruo9/ikea_hemnes_daybed_whats_your_take/
Anonymous
Post 06/09/2025 21:47     Subject: Room Remodel After Adult Child Moves Out -- Daybed?

I would make it a real home office and a reading room.
Anonymous
Post 06/09/2025 19:33     Subject: Room Remodel After Adult Child Moves Out -- Daybed?

Anonymous wrote:No, get a Murphy bed.


I thought about that, but our old home doesn't have high ceilings and it's a smallish room.
Anonymous
Post 06/09/2025 19:29     Subject: Room Remodel After Adult Child Moves Out -- Daybed?

No, get a Murphy bed.
Anonymous
Post 06/09/2025 19:29     Subject: Room Remodel After Adult Child Moves Out -- Daybed?

The IKEA Hemnes daybed looks good enough if you have the right aesthetic.

It's been around for 20 years or more.

Anonymous
Post 06/09/2025 19:20     Subject: Room Remodel After Adult Child Moves Out -- Daybed?

My son just moved out on his own -- left the nest to start his career! His bed was a very old and worn captains bed which we just gave away. He took his desk and dresser.

We already have a guest bedroom with two twin beds and my daughter moves out this fall so we'll also have her room (with solid wood and in great shape queen bed furniture). So we really don't need another full guest bedroom.

That being said we have lots of family and friends overseas who are now welcome to stay with us.

I currently have an office but it's loft style and doesn't allow me to really work from home as I can't close the door.
I love to do arts/crafts.
I'd still love to have a daybed in the room.

I am looking to convert the room into an office/daybed/craft room but really need help - I don't want it to look childish or cheap. Thoughts on furniture? Specially a daybed w/desk or daybed with matching desk?