Ranch homes in Cambrian and beyond. In neighborhoods like Cambrian, fruit orchards became suburban tracts through the 1950s, '60s and '70s, and the single-story ranch became the norm. Secondary bedrooms in these homes are usually modest, so a bed that folds away is often the difference between a usable office and a room full of furniture.
Eichlers in Willow Glen and Rose Glen. San Jose has several Eichler tracts, including the Fairglen Additions in Willow Glen, built between 1959 and 1961. Eichlers are known for post-and-beam construction and walls of glass, which leaves fewer solid walls than a typical ranch. Choosing the right wall for a Murphy bed becomes a design decision in its own right, and that is exactly what the in-home visit is for.
Backyard homes. San Jose has worked to streamline ADU permits since launching its pre-approved builder program in 2019. A compact backyard unit with a wall bed can be a studio or office by day and a guest suite by night.