This selection of horizontal furniture appeals to a variety of style preferences and is fit for purpose — whether for catnapping, catching up on sleep, counting sheep or sleeping like a log.
Flor Daybed
This versatile piece suits both private and professional settings. Its simple lines belie the high precision crafting of the FSC®-certified oak frame. Upholstery options include OEKO-TEX®-certified fabric and certified leathers. Handmade in Europe. $5,463 at prevalentprojects.com, 415.888.3257.
Argenta Bed
This elegant handcrafted bed features a solid hardwood (mahogany) frame with veneer details accented with cane matting trim on the upholstered headboard, footboard and side rails. Inquire at palecek.com, 415.626.0866.
Clayten Bed
Made from kiln-dried maple, this piece features classic lines — a curved headboard and tapered legs, and decorative fluted carvings along the side rails, foot and headboard posts. Handcrafted in North America. $2,950 at ethanallen.com, 415.924.8507.
Yeti Sheepskin Armless Chaise by Timothy Oulton
The 1970s called. They want their glam rock vibe back. Wrapped in long-haired New Zealand sheepskin with a bold silhouette and sink-in comfort, this luxurious lounger effortlessly meets the challenge. Available in four color options including Ivory (shown here). Starting at $4,295 at RH, 628.266.2040.
Mihaela Bed
Inspired by the stained interiors of wine barrels, this bed features a craftsman-built frame made from hand-harvested, solid Romanian oak. Hand-carved detailing is artfully painted to resemble metallic brass accents. Shown here in Chestnut $5,699 at arhaus.com.
TK8 Daybed by Thomas Bo Kastholm
Leather, wood and stainless steel combine to create this clean and simple design. Perfect for private settings, this daybed also adds style to public spaces, such as Copenhagen Airport. Available in two sizes with optional leather pillow. Available through Carl Hansen & Søn at carlhansen.com, 415.658.7198.
Bubble Bed by Sacha Lakic
With its plump curves and cloud-like appearance, this bed will envelope you into a restful sleep. Bed structure in solid pine plywood and particle board with a bi-density polyurethane foam frame, fabric upholstery and base in solid varnished beech with Wenge stain. Made in Europe. Inquire at roche-bobois.com, 415.626.8613.
Elphinstone Chaise (Buttoned) by George Smith
Prim and proper, and reminiscent of the Victorian chaise (or fainting couch), this long chair is perfect for reading, relaxing or napping. Shown here in Ankara Velvet Moonstone. From $10,725. Inquire at hewnsf.com, 415.962.7833.
Lisa Boquiren is an architecture and design aficionada who provides brand strategy for creative businesses. She has overseen rebranding initiatives at EHDD Architects and the San Francisco Design Center, and she creates convergent conversations on A+D, and presents, at the American Institute of Architects’ San Francisco and Los Angeles chapters. Photo by Thomas Heinser
