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A loft bed is one of those things that makes sense logically - but not spatially. What you're trying to achieve is (a) a place to sleep and (b) a place to live / entertain.

The best solution is to combine these functions in a beautiful daybed. Consider the cost of building a nice loft as you contemplate. For that price you can buy a beautiful antique Balinese or Chinese daybed, plus beautiful fabrics. (You can also resell an antique daybed, not a sleeping loft)

A dramatic daybed should fit your sleeping and dwelling needs, much better than the cramped spaces created by a sleeping loft. I've known a few people in New York City who have had them in studio apartments, and they have entertained 3-4 people comfortably. Get a local futon store to order a custom-made mattress for you, it's surprisingly affordable.

Some examples-

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-1080793/How-Brazilian-fashion-designer-Daniella-Helayel-transformed-Chelsea-flat-treasures-travels.html

http://www.houzz.com/photos/61154/San-Francisco-Decorator-Showcase-tropical-living-room-san-francisco

http://usa.living4media.com/images/A-large-Chinese-daybed-filled-with-cushions-and-surrounded-by-chairs-and-ceramic-stools-furnishes-this-library-00719803

http://www.fortunyshop.com/blog/?p=159

Good luck!