Space-Saving Tips for Incorporating an Alaskan King Bed into a Smaller Home

Many of us struggle to find enough room on standard beds, leading to uncomfortable nights and disrupted sleep. Upgrading to an Alaskan King bed offers plenty of space, but it might seem too big for smaller homes.

Does that mean you shouldn’t get it?

Absolutely not.

In fact, in this article, we explore how to fit this giant bed frame and oversize mattress into a small home without compromising comfort.

Alaskan King Bed Dimensions and Minimal Bedroom Size Requirements

The original Alaskan King bed measures 108” by 108”, offering plenty of space for ultimate comfort during the night.

At the Alaskan King Bed Company, we’ve expanded the options to include five additional sizes to cater to various room dimensions and personal space preferences. These sizes range to fit different spaces while maintaining the luxurious feel of an Alaskan King bed.

The general rule for any bed is to have at least 2 feet of walkable space around it. That ensures adequate space for movement and additional furniture. However, those are minimal requirements, and a larger room can bring more comfort and create a balanced, spacious environment.

So, let’s review the dimensions of each Alaskan King bed and how big of a bedroom you need to accommodate it.

Alaskan King bed model	Dimensions (W x L)	Minimum bedroom size	Optimal bedroom size
Alaskan King Mini	96” x 96”	12’ x 12’	14’ x 14’
Alaskan King Shorty	108” x 80”	13’ x 10.6’	15’ x 12.6’
Alaskan King Shorty L	108” x 84”	13’ x 11’	15’ x 13’
Alaskan King Shorty XL	108” x 96”	13’ x 12’	15’ x 14’
Alaskan King Original	108” x 108”	13’ x 13’	15’ x 15’
Alaskan King Biggie	144” x 108”	16’ x 13’	18’ x 15’

 

How to Plan a Strategic Layout for Your Bedroom

Planning your bedroom layout with an Alaskan King Bed requires thoughtful organization to maintain a spacious and functional environment. You can use a design app to create a virtual room layout and ensure this family size bed fits perfectly with other bedroom furniture.

Using these tools allows you to visualize the space before you make any changes.

To anchor the space, you can determine the bed’s position, ideally against the largest wall. This placement ensures the bed remains the room’s focal point while optimizing flow and accessibility.

It’s important to keep pathways unobstructed to enable easy movement around the bed and to other furniture pieces. Maintain a clear route to the door and any closets or bathrooms.

Now, let’s get down to the specific tips on how to save space.

Include Multi-Functional Furniture

Incorporating multi-functional furniture alongside an Alaskan King bed in your bedroom is a great way to optimize space. You can choose:

• Storage ottomans: These versatile furniture pieces provide a comfortable seating option and offer hidden storage for items like blankets, books, or seasonal clothing. We suggest placing a storage ottoman at the foot of the Alaskan King bed for easy access.
• Under-bed drawers: These drawers are convenient for maximizing unused space. You can use them to store out-of-season clothing, extra bedding, or even shoes, keeping them out of sight but within easy reach.
• Slim-profile furniture: Choosing this type of furniture helps maximize space use and creates an illusion of a bigger bedroom. For example, you can use floating nightstands to get full functionality without sacrificing precious floor space.
• Convertible furniture: These solutions, such as a desk that can fold up against the wall or a drop-leaf table that serves as a workspace by day and a bedside table by night, allow flexibility and functionality in a small bedroom.

Get Innovative With the Storage Solutions

Sometimes, you need to sacrifice storage space to fit an Alaskan King bed inside your bedroom. That’s okay because you can get creative with storage solutions. Here are a few tips:

• Install shelves above the bed for books, decorative items, or seldom-used objects
• Mount magnetic strips on walls or inside closet doors to hang jewelry, tools, or any small metal items
• Use wall space or the back of doors to install stylish hooks for hanging bags, scarves, or hats
• Use nesting boxes or baskets to store everything from seasonal clothing to extra bedding under the bed or on shelves
• Add shelves to room corners for displaying photos, plants, or other decorative items while providing additional storage
• Use containers designed to fit snugly under your bed for items you don’t need daily

Don’t Overwhelm the Bedroom With Decorations

Adopting a minimalist design approach can significantly improve the space use of your bedroom, making it perfect for an Alaskan King bed. That’s why you need to focus on essentials and reduce clutter.

You can start by decluttering, keeping only what’s necessary and regularly. Use the innovative storage solutions we talked about to keep items out of sight.

Next up, you need to think about lights and colors because these elements contribute to the perception of your bedroom.

Choose a light and neutral color palette for walls and large furniture pieces. These shades reflect light, making the room appear larger.

Mirrors can expand the room visually, while proper lighting, especially layered lighting, can elevate the sense of depth and height in the bedroom.

When selecting Alaskan King bedding and curtains, opt for light fabrics and colors that promote a sense of airiness. Avoid heavy, dark drapes and bedding because they can make the space feel smaller and more congested.

Light, breathable materials like cotton and bamboo in soft tones improve the perception of space and complement the minimalistic design.

Get the Alaskan King Mini for Your Small Home

Although the Alaskan King bed is pretty big, fitting it inside a small home is still possible. To do that, you need to plan your bedroom’s layout, use multi-functional furniture, get creative with storage solutions, and embrace a minimalistic design.

Considering that the average primary bedroom size in a small house is 14 feet by 14 feet, you can fit an Alaskan King bed with our space-saving tips.

If that seems too cramped or you don’t need such a big bed, go for the Alaskan King Mini. This oversized bed still offers a huge sleeping surface while fitting inside a smaller bedroom.

Take a look at our Alaskan King bed frames and choose your perfect fit.