# Simplistic Functional Sleepers The Parallel Wide Bed by DWR is Contemporary and Cozy By Meghan Young | Published 2013-08-01 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parallel-wide-bed References: [design-milk](http://design-milk.com/parallel-bed/) & [dwr](http://www.dwr.com/product/parallel-wide-queen-bed-with-side-tables-fabric-oak-legs.do) Focusing as much on function as it does on form, the Parallel Wide Bed is a good-looking bed that will meet the needs of any sleeper. Lying low to the ground, it has a [sleek, modern look](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/john-pawson) that nevertheless doesn't compromise the simple desire for something not only comfortable but also cozy-looking. The contemporary lines somehow manage to hold onto this tradition nicely. Designed by Jeffrey Bernett, Nicholas Dodziuk and Piotr Woronkowicz for [DWR](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/float-sofa-1), the Parallel Wide Bed comes with an [upholstered headrest and built-in side tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/endy-bedroom-collection). Of course, if people don't want or can't accommodate the additional width, it comes without as well. The Parallel Wide Bed is available in a variety of different fabrics and finishes. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 45% | 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 - **Functional Sleepers:** Designing beds that prioritize both comfort and functionality opens up disruptive innovation opportunities in the sleep industry. - **Contemporary Bed Design:** Creating sleek and modern bed designs that also exude coziness presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the home decor industry. - **Customizable Bed Options:** Offering beds with options for upholstery, finishes, and additional features enables disruptive innovation opportunities in the furniture manufacturing industry. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Sleep Industry:** The sleep industry can benefit from developing beds that prioritize both comfort and functionality. - **Home Decor Industry:** The home decor industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities by creating contemporary bed designs that combine sleek aesthetics with a cozy appeal. - **Furniture Manufacturing Industry:** The furniture manufacturing industry can tap into disruptive innovation opportunities by offering customizable options for upholstery, finishes, and additional features in beds. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Chic Curved Bed Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bedroom-furniture.md) - [DTC Bedroom Furniture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burrow1.md) - [Circular Panoramic Beds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hastens-and-doolittle-house.md) - [Relaxing Dual Leg-Framed Beds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wabi-bed.md) - [Modern Comfort-Centric Rounded Beds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roundish-bed.md) - [Streamlined Function Bed Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/essential-bed.md) - [Minimalist Bedroom Furniture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/john-pawson-x-tekla.md) - [Vienna Straw Headboard Beds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shiko-wien-bed.md) - [Stylishly Modern Daybeds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-daybed.md)