I love this bed and it is beautiful too.  Couple of things to consider. I have a Temperpedic mattress and the box spring is not deep.  The bottom of  the mattress is down below the side boards a bit and therefore more difficult to tuck in the sheets and blanket.  Also, with the shape of the footboard, it is impossible to pull off a duvet or bead spread at night without it landing on the ground.  If you have room, I recommend adding some type of bench perhaps?