Not only are the drawers on the Hemnes Daybed ($299) superhelpful, but the bed frame pulls out into another bed, making it ideal for overnight guests. The light wood on the Björksnäs Nightstand ...

These furniture staples from Ikea are everything your small dorm room or apartment needs to achieve A-plus style, and at these crazy-low prices, you really can't go wrong. Whether it's a bed with ...

For many, shopping at Ikea is a rite of passage. Sign the lease on your first apartment, buy a bed at the Swedish megastore, then feel a sense of pride after assembling your piece of furniture.