Thursday, October 27, 2011

Japanese Platform Beds

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Japanese platform beds are becoming a hit in a lot of households today. More and more people are falling in love with their simplicity and elegance as opposed to the somewhat bulky and complex designs of the traditional bed.

Typical Japanese platform beds are inspired by the Zen aesthetic principle of keeping things basic, natural, and free of ornamentations. Feng-shui beds are said to promote good fortune, healing, and a sense of well-being. Because of the simple design and low-profile nature of feng-shui beds, they create the illusion of a bigger space. They are great to use for smaller rooms since they make the room look bigger.

The great thing about the Japanese style is they have a built-in wooden slat system so you don't have to buy a box spring to support your mattress. These beds usually come with Tatami mats to further enhance their style and appearance. Moreover, they are usually made with eco-friendly materials. The paints used for these beds are usually natural based and non-toxic. This contributes a lot to the environmental appeal of Japanese platform beds.

Another great thing about Japanese platform beds is that they are extremely adaptable to any bedroom theme. The simple framework lends itself well to creating your theme.

To preserve the simple and serene look of them, interior designers suggest keeping your bedding and accessories simple. Using silk fabric for your bedding and pillow covers will enhance the beauty and elegance of your platform bed. To finish the look of your bedroom, you can decorate your bedroom with Japanese inspired art pieces such as Shoji screens, tatami mats, paper lanterns, and fusuma papers.



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