# Unusual Guest Sleepers The Fold-Out Ottoman Bed is a Great Alternative to Pull-Out Sofas By Meghan Young | Published 2014-06-09 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foldout-ottoman-bed References: [homesandhues](http://www.homesandhues.com/The-Folding-Ottoman-Bed-Provides-Comfort-for-Residents-and-Guests-Alike/) & [solutions.blair](http://solutions.blair.com/e/fold-out-ottoman-bed/8107.uts) As helpful as pull-out couches and cots can be, they each have glaring problems that are solved with the Fold-Out Ottoman Bed. First of all, [pull-out sofas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acordion-modular-sofa) as usually a pain to move around since they are so heavy while [cots can be a hassle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parry-cot) to hide. The Fold-Out Ottoman Bed is the best of both worlds. When not in use as a [sleeper for guests](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hybrid-guest-mattress), it folds into a useful ottoman right in plain sight. Designed by Solutions, the Fold-Out Ottoman Bed is the size of a twin bed. Folding into three, it is covered with a simple piece of fabric to disguise its true purpose. The slipcover is available in a range of colors including red, black and denim to better fit into many homes. The bed can accommodate up to 250 pounds. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 25% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Fold-out Ottoman Bed:** This trend solves the problems of both pull-out sofas and cots for guest sleeping arrangements. - **Multi-functional Furniture:** The Fold-Out Ottoman Bed is an example of furniture that serves more than one purpose and solves a common problem. - **Space-saving Solutions:** The Fold-Out Ottoman Bed is a space-saving solution for small living spaces that need guest accommodations. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Furniture:** The furniture industry can benefit from developing more multi-functional pieces like the Fold-Out Ottoman Bed. - **Hospitality:** Hotels and other hospitality businesses can provide more comfortable and space-efficient guest accommodations with the Fold-Out Ottoman Bed. - **Interior Design:** Interior designers can utilize the space-saving and multi-functional aspects of the Fold-Out Ottoman Bed in their designs for small living spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Space-Saving Convertible Sofas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coddle-luke-sleeper-sofa.md) - [Collapsible Timber Sofa Beds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ospite-folding-sofa.md) - [Space-Saving Sleeper Sofas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aria-fabric-sleeper-sofa.md) - [Hidden Murphy Bed Sofas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tonale-murphy-bed.md) - [Overhead Storage Single Beds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/otto-cobbo-bed.md) - [Motorized Sofa Wall Beds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tonale.md) - [Stackable Campsite Cot Beds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/convertible-cots.md) - [Modular Inflatable Furniture Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transforming-sofa.md) - [Sleep-Inclusive Seating Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eclipse-capsule.md)