Basic approach - simple and compact. I'd probably prefer a two-high safety railing.
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Interesting approach to an access stairway/ ladder.
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Safety net is simple and functional. I think this might work well for us in the shed.
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This loft has a ladder that rolls out of the way. The ladder rail is integrated into the platform above.
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This is probably closest to what I had in mind for our shed - a platform suspended with open space below. Ladder could be at either end, to avoid conflict with the door or passage.
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Compact sleeping space with storage below allows for an access ladder with grab points along the wall, if needed.
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Storage along the wall creates stairs to loft. Safer access without too much lost real estate below.
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Division of space below provides support for loft above. However, I don't see the access point.
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Center access w/usable space on both sides - one option.
Basic approach - simple and compact. I'd probably prefer a two-high safety railing.
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