Fold-up, fold-down nightstands hang from thin ropes and can stow away when not in use, creating a ship-cabin–style, space-saving bedside option. A wooden latch or "turn button" secures the table when deployed. The suspended design functions like a plane tray table and prevents bumping into a nightstand when navigating a narrow space. Construction requires a plank of wood in a chosen finish, a small block or bracket for support, two lengths of rope, and a wooden latch. The assembly is straightforward and well suited to compact guest rooms or small bedrooms.
The other day, after admiring Margot's feature on the excellent Tuba Club in Marseille (see Tuba Club: Marseille's On-the-Rocks Hideout), we were looking at some outtake photos together. Of the many guest room details to admire, one jumped out: fold-up, fold-down nightstands that reminded us of a ship's cabin-perfect for any small room, and not too tricky to replicate at home. (A particular plus: Navigating a narrow space while tucking into bed, "you wouldn't bang into the nightstand," said Margot.) Have a look:
Above: A look at the clever nightstand: It's suspended from thin ropes so that it can hang down-or stow away when not in use, not unlike a tray table on a plane. (Note the wooden latch up top.) Above: The nightstands in another guest room. All you need to give it a try: a plank of wood in a finish of your choice (and a small block or bracket underneath to help support it), two lengths of rope. and a wooden latch (often called a "turn button" or "turn button catch").
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