Murphy beds are an American invention designed by  William L. Murphy  in the early 20th century.    They were first manufactured in San Francisco and consisted of a bed that pivoted on a door jam of a dressing closet and would be lowered into position. 

By the 1920's, Murphy beds became a popular item found in the home as they were wonderful space savers during the big apartment and industrial boom.  However, with the coming of World War II all of this was about to change due to the rationing of steel, and the rise of affordable single family  homes that were springing up about the country.  

With the change and flux of the economy during the 70’s and 80’s, wall beds regained their stature as staple in making the most of a limited space.  By that time, Murphy beds had already gained some of the spotlight in  the American culture through various movie representations.  The wall beds were featured mostly in comedies where they were the prop in slapstick humor situations like when someone becomes stuck in a Murphy bed that has been folded back into the wall.  Not only did Murphy beds regain their popularity in the home, but they soon could also be found in hospitals, fire houses, college dorms and even hotels.

Today in 2009, we are again experiencing a flux in the economy.  Many families are now joining together as grandparents move in and older children return to their nest.  Some families are opting to downsize to smaller homes, this change is forcing us to rethink our use of space and function.   Now we are expanding on this wonderful invention by combining it with bookcases, desks, and a wide range of sizes, styles and materials.

Closet Factory is proud to announce their new line, Murphy Bed Lifestyles which offers to our clients these new features and designs at affordable prices for their expanding and ever changing homes.