DIY Modern Farmhouse Murphy Bed (With Bookcases)

Looking to add a guest bed without sacrificing space? This DIY modern farmhouse Murphy bed with bookcases is the perfect solution. It transforms a home office or craft room into a functional guest space—without permanently taking over the room.

In this tutorial, I’m walking you through exactly how to build a Murphy bed and matching bookcases, using step-by-step instructions and practical tips I learned along the way.

Why Build a Murphy Bed?

If you’ve ever struggled with where to put overnight guests, a Murphy bed is a game changer.

Instead of dedicating an entire room to a bed that’s rarely used, you can:

• Maximize square footage
• Create a multi-functional space (office + guest room)
• Add built-in storage with bookcases
• Increase your home’s value and functionality

Project Overview

As part of my office/craft room remodel, I:

• Painted the walls
• Installed new baseboards
• Replaced carpet with laminate flooring
• Built this custom Murphy bed with bookcases

Previously, guests stayed in our “guest house” (aka the trailer Read Original