Where to Place a Bed in Your Bedroom
What is a Minimalist Bed Frame?
Minimalist bed frames put simplicity at the forefront, featuring pared-back designs that often feature clean lines and airy silhouettes. According to Kathy Kuo, “A minimalist bed frame typically falls under the modern classic or mid-century modern style. Look for clean lines, neutral colors, and high-quality materials.”
You also won’t find the ornamentation on minimalist bed frames that you’d find in more ornate styles, like traditional bed frames. Instead, “A minimalist bed frame has a clean, straightforward design,” says Karen Rohr. “They’re typically wood or metal, and may or may not have a headboard. They also usually feature a low-profile design that’s either low to the ground or has long legs, giving them an airy feel.”
Why Choose a Minimalist Bed Frame
One reason minimalist bed frames are so popular is that they can elevate all sorts of looks, not just minimal bedrooms. “We like to do a minimalist bed frame in a room where we have a lot of other things going on, like patterned wallpaper or window treatments,” says Jennifer Walter. “A nice, simple bed can calm you as you go to sleep and settle down for the night.”
“A nice, simple bed can calm you as you go to sleep and settle down for the night.”
In addition to balancing out busier rooms, minimalist bed frames can also make a zen-like space feel even more peaceful. You can then dress it up with fun throw pillows and blankets. “I love a minimalist bed frame because it sets the tone for your bedroom design to be very serene and calm,” says Kathy Kuo. “It keeps your look from getting too cluttered or overwhelming, and then you’re free to adorn your bed with plenty of cozy extras, like luxe throw blankets and decorative pillows.”
Minimalist bed frames are also lifesavers for anyone in a small space as it won’t literally or visually crowd your design, helping you make the most of your space. “A minimalist bed frame can help to maximize space in a small bedroom,” says Karen Rohr. “By avoiding bulky headboards and footboards, you can create the illusion of more space and make your bedroom feel more open and airy.” You can also opt for bed frames with under bed storage to maximize your space even more.
Minimalist Bed Frames: Our Top Picks
1. Simple Drift Bed
Brand: Sundays
Price: $1990
Sizes: Queen, King
Made from solid wood and plywood, this minimalist wooden bed frame from Sundays features performance stone fabric, designed for durability and resistance to stains - ensuring long-lasting style and easy maintenance.
The Drift Bed features metal sprung slat system that ensure it’s supportive and built to last.
Here's what we liked about the Floyd Bed:
- Stain-resistant and durable fabric.
- Free in-home delivery and professional assembly for a seamless, stress-free setup.
- The bed’s aesthetic, minimal design can be adapted to most (dare I say, all!) personal styles.
Shop now at sundays-company.com
2. The Bed - Really Cheap option
Brand: Thuma
Price: $845+
Sizes: Twin, Full, Queen, King, California King, Daybed
This stunning wood platform bed frame from Thuma is made from solid wood and features Japanese joinery that makes for particularly easy assembly—no tools or teams required.
The low-profile bed offers nine inches of potential underbed storage, and the thoughtful slat system was designed to minimize noise and provide optimal support. You can also choose from a solid wood headboard or an upholstered pillowboard that comes in three colors.
You can read more about The Bed in our review here. "This beauty is stunning and one of the best-made pieces of furniture in our house," writes Kelly Weimert. Here's what Kelly liked about The Bed:
- Made of solid wood and has a lifetime warranty
- Easy to assemble thanks to durable Japanese joinery
- Low-profile design with ample underbed storage space
- Timeless style that will look fresh in any decade
- Eco-friendly and Greenguard Gold Certified
3. Bennett Mid Century Dark Walnut
Brand: Kathy Kuo Home
Price: $1,999+
Sizes: Queen, King
Featuring an inspired mid-century modern design, this platform bed is constructed from walnut veneer and stainless steel. It’s finished in a rich dark brown hue supported by polished brass legs that punctuate it with a touch of glamour.
The bed frame’s wood slats provide plenty of support, while a tall, elegant headboard paired with long tapered legs create clean lines that will elevate a wide variety of aesthetics.
4. Chorus Bed
Brand: Burrow
Price: $1,195+
Sizes: Full, Queen, King
Speaking of clean lines, this wood platform bed frame executes them perfectly with its chic, minimalist design. You can choose from two wood finishes, as well as a wood or upholstered headboard to find the perfect fit for your aesthetic.
But regardless of the style you choose, you’ll be investing in a high-quality platform bed thanks to its sturdy solid hardwood rails and heavy-duty slats that ensure the bed stays solid and still wherever it lives. The simple Japanese joinery also makes for easy assembly, so you can waste no time getting the beauty rest you deserve. Check out our full review of this stunner here. Here's what we liked about the Burrow Chorus bed frame:
- The modular design allows you to add or remove a headboard anytime you choose
- Numerous sizes, wood, and fabric options allow for ultimate customization
- Matching end tables and dressers are available to provide a cohesive feel to the room
- Assembly is fast, easy, straightforward, and requires no tools
- The bed’s minimalist design and aesthetic could be adapted to most personal styles
5. Timothy Upholstered Low Profile Bed
Brand: Joss & Main
Price: $2,150
Sizes: Queen, King
If you’re in the market for a high-quality upholstered bed frame, look no further than this beauty from Joss & Main. The low-profile design will add grounding tranquility to any bedroom, while a the slat system will support you all night long.
You can also choose from two colors - Light Gray, Dark Green or Wheat Basketweave. “The Timothy Bed from Joss & Main is chunky and modern and feels like a statement without overpowering you with its design,” raves Jennifer Walter.
6. Dawson Bed
Brand: Castlery
Price: $1,499+
Sizes: Queen, King
If you like the look and feel of the Clayton Bed from Lulu & Georgia but you’re not so keen on the price tag, consider this piece from Castlery, which offers a similar look for a fraction of the price.
The upholstered bed frame features a polyster-linen blend with foam and fiber filling, while the frame itself comprises a mixture of solid wood and plywood for affordable durability.
7. Metal Bed Frame
Brand: Egohome
Price: Starts at $129
Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, Cal King
If affordability and great style are at the top of your minimalist bed frame priority list, then you’ll love this option from Article. Starting at less than $400, this bed frame looks much more expensive than it is.
It features a heavy-duty metal slat base for optimal support, and it comes in six sizes - so you can fit it into your bedroom design regardless of whether your color palette leans more dark or light.
8. Buden Bed Base With Storage
Brand: Medley
Price: $3,995+
Sizes: Twin Full, Queen, King, California King
Made from engineered Maple or Walnut veneer, this gorgeous platform bed frame combines a rustic finish with an ultra-modern silhouette.
Modern design extends a welcome invitation to jump into dreamy bliss night after night. The bed frame is part of the larger Buden Collection, which also features a version with a built-in headboard - offering a streamlined, spacious storage solution to upgrade your bedroom with both style and functionality.
9. Aversa Platform Bed
Brand: Raymour Flanigan
Price: $809.95
Sizes: Queen, King
Made of kiln-dried solid wood and engineered wood, the low-profile design of this platform bed frame is perfect for small spaces or anyone who loves a minimalist look.
The bed features clean lines and defined edges that give it a cool, contemporary feel, while its walnut finish will ground any bedroom design with welcoming warmth. And just like the rest of the platform bed frames on this list, you don’t need a box spring for this beauty either.
Shop now at raymourflanigan.com
10. Knox Wood Platform Bed
Brand: Urban Outfitters
Price: from $649
Sizes: Twin, Full, Queen, King
This wood platform bed frame from Urban Outfitters is made from solid wood, including the wooden slat base that can effortlessly support long nights of rest. And thanks to its solid mango wood construction, each piece is one of a kind, with the natural wood’s knots and grains infusing it with texture and character.
Karen Rohr especially likes this bed for its minimalist-meets-durable design: “The Knox Platform Bed is a perfect platform bed frame for those looking for a more sturdy-looking piece that is still minimal.”
Shop now at urbanoutfiiters.com
11. HomeBase Foundation
Brand: NestBedding
Price: $599
Size: Twin, Twin XL, Full, Queen, King, Cal King
The HomeBase Foundation redefines what a minimalist bed frame should be - sleek, functional, and remarkably easy to live with. Designed with clean lines and available in two upholstery options, this platform frame features sturdy, tool-free assembly and a low-profile silhouette that complements both modern and transitional spaces.. Its no-headboard design keeps the visual footprint light, making it perfect for small rooms or uncluttered aesthetics. With a weight capacity of up to 1,000 pounds and reinforced support rails, it offers dependable performance without the bulk.
Blending affordability with smart design, the HomeBase Foundation is a sheap yet thoughtfully crafted solution for anyone seeking simplicity without sacrificing quality. Whether you're furnishing a guest suite or refreshing your primary bedroom, this simple bed frame offers a stylish, no-nonsense foundation that lets your mattress and bedding shine.
12. Catalina Platfom Bed
Brand: Copeland
Price: $2,575+
Sizes: Queen, King, California King
Want to customize your own minimalist platform bed frame? This company lets you do it with ease. Each of these frames is made from 100% solid wood, with the option to choose from nearly endless finishes, including Cherry, and Walnut.
But the finishes are far from the only way you can customize this piece. You can also choose from 3 different sizes, as well as two height options: 37" and 40".
13. Benicio Solid Wood Bed
Brand: AllModern
Price: $1,999
Sizes: Queen, King, California King
Chic and minimal, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a space (or decade) that this solid wood platform bed frame wouldn’t look great in.
The long, tapered legs coupled with a smooth panel headboard give it a mid-century modern flair, while wood slats ensure you’ll be well supported all night long.
14. Skylar Upholstered Bed
Brand: Interior Define
Price: $2,045+
Sizes: Queen, King
With its smooth, plush upholstery and organic curves, this minimalist bed frame rocks an infinitely modern design. The upholstered headboard is made of pine wood, and the entire frame is wrapped in triple layer, multi-density foam cushioning.
Meanwhile, a European flexible slat system will offer durable support throughout the night, and your choice of 50+ different colors ensures that this bed frame can slide into your aesthetic with ease.
Shop now at interiordefine.com
15. Suzanne Metal and Bamboo Platform Bed Frame
Brand: Good Design
Price: $229.99+
Sizes: Twin, Full, Queen, King
This gorgeous bed frame defies anyone who says minimalist styles can’t make a statement. Crafted with a bamboo panel design, reinforced by a durable steel frame and supported by solid wooden slats, this bed frame combines natural elegance with long-lasting strength.
“The Suzanne Queen Bed is the perfect all-in-one option,” says our reviewer. “I love that it includes minimal nightstands, making it a convenient and quick solution for anyone looking to get that simple and clean aesthetic.”
