Because humans are drawn to all forms of art, most recently modern art, we have begun to modernize furniture and turn it not just into a useful object, but also a work of art. If you look in magazines, you will find that the styles in the home are becoming increasingly contemporary. A contemporary platform bed is a bed that supports a mattress by using a platform instead of a box spring. These beds are smooth and sleek in appearance, simple in design, and add Asian culture to any home. asian platform beds are made with flat frames that support an Asian style mattress. The frames lie low and make the room seem more spacious. If you have or want to have a Japanese or Zen theme in your home, a modern platform bed is a great option. Simplify the rest of your bedroom to complete the concise atmosphere that a platform bed brings.