When it comes to finding the right bed, the space you’re allotted is easily the most important factor to take into consideration. Provided you’re not intimidated by the idea of climbing a ladder, a loft bed is one of the very best ways to make the most of a really, really small space. Abiding by the cardinal rule of small-space living (think vertically), loft beds lift your bed off of the floor, vastly expanding the space beneath your bed.