Although a true book lover can curl up just about anywhere for hours on end, there’s a reason why certain places — a hammock between two trees or a plush armchair next to the fire, for example — are ripe for reading. These areas are comfortable and feel special – as if they were put on this earth just to turn the page.
If your home lacks a place that evokes that kind of emotion, don’t despair. It is easy to create a cozy reading corner in the bedroom, living room or even an unused corner in the attic.
Sure, you can go the extravagant route, hire a contractor to build a built-in bench under the stairs or completely transform a closet into your own personal library. But some of the most inspiring reading corners are actually much less fussy. For toddlers and children, consider a simple floor pad under a canopy, a fluffy felt-lined tent, or even a DIY hammock. For adults, a sophisticated leather armchair with easy-to-grow indoor plants or a colorful window seat does just the trick.
No matter which reading nook route you go, it doesn’t take much to make it a comfortable spot either. Style your space with lots of soft, plush textiles – think cushions and fuzzy or knitted blankets. Mood lighting – scented candles, work lamps or string lights – also make the private space feel warm. And if you feel like a little more styling, don’t be shy to add art prints and anything else that makes you feel at home.
So what are you waiting for? Grab the next book on your list, a cup of tea, and consider yourself warned: If you couldn’t put that novel down before, good luck now.
