In order to make sure you are able to do some things conveniently, especially at home, space needs to be created. This is because having a well organized, clean and properly ventilated workplace at home helps in productivity.
Once you’ve found a quiet, distraction-free place to set up your reading nook, it’s time to decorate it so you can sit back, relax, and enjoy your books. Below we have shared some great reading nook design ideas that can help you create the perfect space!
Embrace minimalism
One of the greatest secrets in creating a fantastic reading space is to keep it SIMPLE. Since the goal is for you to be able to focus on your reading space, which means the fewer distractions the better. Consider the minimalist “less is more” mindset when designing this space. That doesn’t mean you have to completely give up individuality or bright colors in your corner – you just need to pay attention to the furniture, decor, and style you want in your space.
Pop of Color
Sometimes dull area might dull you, so what can we do. You brighten up your preferred studying space. Even if the walls in your room are neutral, you can use furniture and other decorative accents to brighten up the room! Place a colorful chair, rug, blanket, pillow or side table in your corner. Get creative with interesting wall art. Or arrange your books so that your library is your splash of color!
Create partitions with Paint
Have you set up your reading nook in a small corner or cupboard that is part of an existing room in your home? Paint your corner wall a different color from the rest of the room to make it feel like a unique space! Consider using bold colors on an accent wall like navy, olive, or orange – or if your other room is already a bold color, go in the opposite direction with neutral gray, cream, or white! I will suggest you put objects or designs that contains your FAVORITE colors. Seeing your favorite colors has a magical way of making sure that you are inspired instead of being bored.
Good Lighting
Good lighting is an important aspect to include in your book corner, especially if you like to read at night! Whether you choose wall sconces, pendant lamps, floor lamps or lighting fixtures, be sure to test the light in the dark to ensure you can read easily. Not only because of the fact that, poor lighting can impede smooth reading, it might also gives your sight a brutal consequences as a result of reading in poorly lighted area!
Install window coverings
Reading booths that are near or at windows should always have blinds or curtains to block out the sun if it gets too bright during the day. Decorate with functional parachutes or hang patterned curtains to dress up your reading nook and add shade, as we earlier mentioned about poor lighting, over lighting as well can give a bitter reading experience as well!
Cozy with a fireplace
If your living room or study room has a fireplace, consider placing your reading corner near it! Place a stool or armchair with a bench by the fireplace and add cozy blankets and pillows to create the perfect spot for reading over tea on a chilly evening!
Consider adding built-in capabilities
Make sure you have enough storage space in or around the book corners! With a built-in bookcase or bank drawer for storage, you have a convenient place in your reading nook to place cute home decor and knick-knacks, as well as keep your personal library close by!
Use a floor chair
When it comes to a place for a reading nook, there are lots of choices! Consider using soft floor pillows or even bean bags that are easy to stack and store after use. With floor seating, you don’t have to worry about taking up space with chairs, sofas or other traditional seating!
Add a reading chair
Don’t want to read on the floor? If the space in your reading nook is bigger, opt for a chair! Get a comfortable reading chair to enjoy your favorite books. Rocking chairs, armchairs, armchairs, or chairs with stools are great choices!
Choose a couch
Instead of using the traditional seat in your book nook, consider a daybed! The bed is perfect for relaxing while reading. This chair is larger with enough room to stretch out while you turn the pages. Another couch bonus? You can use it as a guest bed if you turn your home reading room into a living room!
Leave room for the table
If you don’t have a shelf or sturdy ledge near your reading nook, get a table! Whether you choose a small pedestal table or a traditional side table, a place to put your coffee cup and books or to store reading accessories like glasses can make your reading experience that much more comfortable!
Find a comfortable Rug
Adding a rug helps define your reading corner space. And it’s a staple to put under your chair to rest your feet while you read! Go luxurious or go for a fun style like a Moroccan fleece or a round rug with a boho edge.
Prepare pillows and blankets
If you want to laze around for hours on end reading, make your corner cozier with lots of fluffy pillows and blankets! You can mix and match different colors or get creative by matching smaller pillows with larger ones to create the most comfortable place to linger.
Organize your books
When organizing your books in a reading nook, consider displaying them on a bookshelf so they can add to the overall decor of your room! Make your reading nook stand out by organizing books by color or shelf size. And don’t be afraid to add some knick-knacks for added personality!
Bring Greenery
Plants can help create a relaxing atmosphere for your book nook! If your reading nook is by a window, bring it outside by adding popular plants like fig trees, peace lilies, or ferns. If your space is smaller, choose artificial plants like succulents on the side table near your reading chair!
Get creative with the children’s corner
Decorating a reading corner in a children’s playroom or bedroom? Add some fun seating such as a hammock, daybed or rocking chair. Or consider pitching a tent with cozy blankets, pillows, and fairy lights. And don’t forget to add lots of easily accessible shelves for the kids to store their books and toys on!
