This loft bed has the greatest design in that it maximizes available room space.  By runnjng the ladders vertically up each side, you are given the flexibility of placing it anywhere in a room and you lose no floor space by having a ladder running up the middle of the unit on a slight incline.  I've been able to fit a desk,a cosmetics table and a beanbag chair under my daughter's bed.  Nice clean, timeless finish.  Highly recommended!