The 35 loft bed plans cover useful features such as desk stations, built-in stairs, and barn doors. They link to original tutorials with cut lists and dimensions, and prices range from $75 for twin builds up to king-size beds.
Modern Single-Post Loft Bed
This DIY low-rise toddler loft bed includes a familiar safety rail and can use an old crib as its starting point. Reusing the crib supports upcycling and can reduce the cost.
TCH Design Note: A single-leg loft bed is unsafe without proper wall anchoring. Verify the stud locations with a Franklin ProSensor T13 stud finder, which costs about $50, then anchor the wall-mounted rails into the wall studs with 3/8 inch by 5 inch lag screws, using at least 3 studs per rail. The bed itself should also be lag-bolted to the wall studs.
Loft Bed Setup
Bed and play come together in this design for children. The elevated sleeping area leaves room for play below.
DIY Loft Bed in White
Shanty 2 Chic’s DIY loft bed has a white paint finish and combines sleeping, work, and storage. The materials cost about $300 and include four 2x10x8 boards, 14 2x4x8 boards, 11 2x2x8 boards, 12 1x4x8 boards, and two sheets of 3/4-inch hardwood plywood.
The Shanty 2 Chic cut list includes a 2×10 board upgrade priced at $8 per board. Use the 2×10 side rails when the occupant weighs over 120 pounds, since their greater depth compared with typical 2×4 rails helps prevent mattress platform bowing under adult weight.
Guest Room Loft
Even in a small space, the loft guest room accommodates more people and suits large families. The tutorial is elementary and uses minimal tools.
DIY Bunk Bed with Built-In Design
With its custom DIY construction, this loft bed can resemble professional construction.
A hanging plant area and a book nook can both fit on the loft bed, while vertical storage makes use of the height. TCH’s expert tip is to treat vertical space as critical to the loft bed design: using that height can make the loft bed a centerpiece, save space, and support additional features and storage.
DIY Loft Bed in a Boy’s Room
The loft bed creates a hangout area in a boy’s room. It also leaves room for a desktop and games, so the same space supports sleeping, desktop use, and gaming. The build is simple.
A Simple Loft Bed DIY Plan
This low-cost loft bed supports elevated sleeping and can be built in one weekend. Beginners can manage the construction with basic tools.
Farmhouse Sleeping Loft
The playhouse gives grandchildren a place to play and a place to hang out, with farmhouse, rustic, and modern style. The source describes its construction as easier than expected.
Secure the loft bed to the wall to prevent movement. Sturdy materials support the bed’s safety and function, and TCH says safety is paramount in loft bed construction. For longevity and durability, composite materials are preferred over solid wood.
Whimsical Playhouse Loft Bed for Storybook Sleep and Imaginative Play
For a child, imaginative play and sleep come together in this whimsical bed. The experience feels storybook-like.
Loft Bed for a King-Size Mattress
For small spaces, a king-size loft bed can be a suitable choice. It accommodates a king-size mattress and has simple instructions.
A king-size mattress measuring 76 x 80 inches creates enormous lateral force in the loft frame. For that reason, use 4×4 posts on all four legs instead of 2×4 legs, then add diagonal 2×4 braces from the posts to the side rails at 45 degrees. TCH Design Note says the bracing prevents frame sway, which can otherwise become noticeable within months, and the lumber for it costs $30-$40.
Loft Bed for a Kids Room
The open space beneath an elevated bed gives a child room for play, study, or storage. The loft bed keeps those uses below the sleeping area.
Bunk Bed Plan Built Into the Design
This space-saving bunk bed frees bedroom space for children. The built-in design allows room below for a play space and a study space.
Easy Fort Bunk Bed
Sleeping and play are combined in this easy bunk bed structure, which resembles a fortress.
TCH’s expert tip is to consider room functionality when planning a DIY loft bed. In a cramped room, it can create a multi-use space that suits small apartments. Incorporate built-in shelves under the bed and a fold-out desk, since the under-bed storage and desk maximize space, while both features enhance usability.
Lumber Desk Loft Bed
This combined piece of furniture handles sleeping and desk use in one build, saving space while providing a desktop area beneath the loft bed.
The Home Depot loft bed plan uses 2×4 and 2×6 lumber for framing and attaches its two sides to wall studs with lag bolts. This wall-mounted construction creates a stable budget approach, eliminates side-to-side wobble, and cuts the number of freestanding legs in half.
Twin Bed Loft Plan
A queen bed sits below the twin loft, and the child can sleep on the loft above. If the loft becomes tiring, the child can shift to the queen bed. The build costs approximately $200 and is described as budget-friendly.
In this shared-room layout, the queen bed is stacked below the twin loft. Design insight: Keep at least 52 inches between the top of the queen mattress and the twin platform so there is enough clearance to sit upright below.
DIY Hanging Floating Loft Bed
A hanging loft bed is suspended rather than supported in the usual way, which can give the bed a weightless feeling. This design still requires the right height tolerance for a hanging loft bed.
At the ceiling, plan on using at least four joists that are 2×8 or larger. A hanging loft bed puts all its weight there, so bolt it into those joists and do not rely on drywall anchors alone. For the 2×6 joists, sister each attachment joist with a new 2×8, and use 1/2 inch eye bolts that hold 500 pounds each. That is the Design insight behind the hanging loft bed.
Full Bed Loft for Adults
Above the floor, a full-size loft bed saves space while fitting a full-size mattress for adults. The source claim says it can hold 300+ pounds.
A galvanized 1-1/4-inch pipe frame uses the Kee Klamp fitting system instead of wood joinery. The fittings cost approximately $8-$12 each from simplifiedbuilding.com, and construction requires a pipe wrench and hacksaw but no woodworking skills. The pipe frame has zero flex and holds 500+ pounds, according to the Simplified Building plan.
Loft Bed for Two
In a tiny room, a double loft bed maximizes the available room space and supports the user’s goal of a spacious bedroom.
Loft Bed with a Barn Door
A sliding barn door gives this loft bed a practical feature with a rustic look. Building it calls for a miter saw, table saw, and Kreg jig, plus plywood, slats, clamps, wood glue, wood filler, and wood screws. The Kreg jig is used for pocket holes.
Across the side, sliding barn door hardware creates a privacy wall without taking up floor space, leaving the area below available for a desk. TCH Design Note specifies a 6-foot flat track kit from Amazon that costs $35 to $50 and has a 150-pound weight rating. Avoid solid lumber because of the track’s weight limit, and use a 3/4-inch plywood panel for the door instead.
House Plan Bunk Bed
Hidden storage sits underneath this house bunk bed, while the bed provides a functional sleeping space for children.
A house bunk bed can use Lego or truck themes, including a DIY Lego loft bed or a truck loft bed.
When cutting the roof angle, use a miter saw and make the cut at 30 degrees. The peaked 2×4 roof truss e19 is part of the house frame, not just decoration, and it adds structural rigidity while reducing wobble compared with flat-top loft beds. At the roof peak, glue and screw e20, the 1/2 inch plywood gusset plate, to both sides so it joins the peak and eliminates bed wobble.
DIY Industrial Loft Bed
This minimalist industrial loft bed has a metal frame with exposed hardware. The hardware is part of the industrial look and need not be concealed.
Loft Bed Clubhouse
The bedroom design is playful and whimsical while keeping the space practical. Its clubhouse loft bed maximizes the bedroom space.
DIY Rustic Sleeping Loft
Weathered wood gives this loft bed a sturdy build. Its rustic design evokes a mountain cabin.
DIY Plan for a Wooden Loft
The under-bed area provides storage. The DIY wood loft bed plan includes downloadable plans and a full video walkthrough, and it supports a rustic bedroom style.
DIY Loft Bed Plan for a Child
This DIY loft bed provides elevated sleeping while addressing toy clutter. The space under the bed creates storage and increases the available storage space.
Modern Boho Loft Bed
Clean lines keep this bed modern, while earthy accents bring in a bohemian style. The loft bed combines boho style with modern style.
A slide, eco-friendly paint, and a unique ladder are options for the loft bed. TCH credits the loft bed construction with personal customization, and the bed can become a personal retreat.
DIY Camp Loft with Stairs
Sturdy stairs lead up to this DIY camp loft bed, giving it the feel of a woodland cabin. The stairs provide easy and safe access to the loft.
Ana White’s loft bed plan puts a drawer box made from 3/4-inch plywood inside the stair, and the stair tread doubles as a pull-out drawer. The stairs are easier than a ladder for adults at night and safer than a ladder for children under 6. They take up 2-3 sq ft of extra floor space, which justifies using stairs, while the drawer adds 6-8 cubic feet of hidden storage.
Loft Bed for a Kids Room
Up top, each child climbs to an individual loft sleeping area, which may increase bedtime excitement.
Coastal Loft Bed
A beach house loft bed evokes a seaside cottage while leaving room below for both a reading nook and a play area.
This coastal loft bed uses raw pine with a whitewash finish. Mix 3 parts water with 1 part white latex paint, apply it using a rag, and let each coat dry before adding 2-3 coats. The lighter result appears less imposing in a small room, while the whitewash allows visible grain and shows more of it than solid paint.
Lofted Play Area
A sturdy ladder leads children up to this elevated play area, creating a lofted play space above the floor.
Instagram-Oriented Loft Bed
This loft bed provides a sleeping space with functional design. It also serves as a photo backdrop.
Loft Bed for a Toddler DIY
An old crib provides the material for this DIY low-rise toddler bed, which includes safety rails and is intended to help with the transition from a crib. Using the old crib supports upcycling and can reduce the cost.
Wooden Bed Loft with Desk Storage
A wooden loft bed brings together three furniture pieces in one footprint, with an integrated workspace and shelving included in the setup.
For the shelf panels, use 3/4-inch birch plywood, which costs about $55 per sheet according to Home Depot. TCH Design Note recommends dado joints instead of pocket screws for the shelf joinery because dados span the full shelf width and distribute book weight, while pocket screws concentrate stress at two screw points.
Sleek Modern Loft Bed for Compact Rooms
This sleek modern loft bed suits small spaces and provides style in a tiny home.
Loft Bed Construction
The black loft bed combines modern boho style with comfort.
Against the walls, a matte black frame can recede visually and make the frame seem less bulky. Design insight: Prime the surface with Zinsser BIN shellac primer, sand it with 150-grit abrasive, and apply two coats of flat paint. Sherwin-Williams Tricorn Black and Behr Black Suede are paint options.
