It's impossible to have missed it: in recent years, cabin beds have become a real trend in the world of children's bedrooms. After combination beds and bunk beds, it is now this fun and inspiring model that is capturing the imagination of young and old alike.
An idea inspired by Montessori
"Children have the right to sleep when they are sleepy, to wake up when they have finished sleeping, and to get up when they want to." – Maria Montessori
The principle: allowing children to go to bed and get up on their own, without constraints and in safety. Floor beds have thus gained popularity, breaking with the tradition of cribs, to encourage independence and imagination.
From trend to true essential
In 2015, the first "homemade" solid wood models manufactured in France launched the movement. Since then, shapes, colors, and options have multiplied. Today, the cabin bed is a world unto itself where children can play, read, dream, and grow up.
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Which cabin bed should you choose?
- Crib or toddler bed? Up to 120 cm for a toddler, at least 160 cm from age 3 onwards.
- Floor-level or raised? A floor-level bed promotes independence. A low bed frame (less than 20 cm) allows the mattress to breathe.
- With or without a barrier? A small barrier on one side provides security without restricting freedom of movement.
- Buy or make? It all depends on your budget and your DIY skills.
Buy a cabin bed
- Decorate your room: classic or original designs in FSC-certified solid wood.
- Alfred & Company: playful and colorful beds.
- My Cabin Bed: over 30 models and customization options.
Build your own treehouse bed (DIY)
If you're handy, you can build a cabin bed for as little as €100 worth of materials. With a good plan and a few tools, you can create a unique piece that will make your child's eyes light up. You can find tutorials on YouTube!
Small budget: options to consider
You can also find cabin beds for less than €200, for example at Petite Amélie, Amazon, or CDiscount. Frames alone are available from €50 to complement your own mattress base.
The perfect companion: the Cocoeko sleeping bag
To accompany a cabin bed and further promote independence, there's nothing better than the Cocoeko children's sleeping bag . A true innovation, this "half-sleeping bag, half-duvet" model is designed for 2- to 5-year-olds and eases the transition from a sleeping bag to a duvet. Your child can sleep freely, as if under a duvet, while staying warm and cozy all night long.
- 🌙 Safer: partial opening prevents children from sliding to the bottom, unlike traditional bags.
- 🧸 More independent: he can get out of bed by himself, without help.
- 🛌 More coverage: it stays in place, unlike a duvet that moves around.
- 📏 More durable: generous size (70 x 140 cm) that will last your child several years.
Made from soft, breathable cotton gauze, it evokes the comforting feel of a baby sleeping bag. Its TOG rating of 2 makes it ideal for rooms between 64 and 72°F. Made in France, it comes in an elegant camel color that complements any style of children's bedroom.
In a nutshell
Whether purchased or homemade, a cabin bed creates a safe and stimulating space for children. More than just a place to sleep, it invites them to play, read, and use their imagination.