The Art of Design Issue 55 2022 | Page 74

The ultimate luxury is taking time to unwind in a bed so comfortable that you never want to leave . The quality of our sleep defines our day – and a good night will always lead to happier , more productive and successful waking hours . But how to achieve it ?

DESIGN INSPIRED

BY SWEDISH NATURE

UNWIND WITH CARPE DIEM BEDS
When designing a bedroom , there are lots of factors to consider – lighting , temperature , colours . But most important is , of course , the bed itself . Swedish bed company Carpe Diem Beds was founded in 1995 by chiropractor Börje Thuleskär , a firm believer in the importance of sleep for body and mind . He sought out the best mattress on the market , but wasn ’ t impressed by it and one day fell asleep on a bed of heather by the sea in Sweden – where he realised that nature contoured to his body far better than any bed ever had .