Tim-
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John
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I REALLY Love it!!!! It would be a HUGE ... WOW factor having everything drop from the ceiling and I think mechanically it is easier to lower and raise (with a floor condition vs ceiling) from the ceiling. It also makes for an interesting ceiling itself since the finish of the ceiling is more like cabinetry.
If I were you I would call them to see how we can make it work and get a price (at least for the bed - l like it more than a Murphy bed solution). We'll need to commit to this early since it affects the ceiling height (which we have room).
GREAT FIND :)