Create a Reading Nook if You Love a Good Book
Love to have a corner to curl up in and read? Here's how to create a comfy and calm reading nook
Find the space
Do you have a small-but-just-enough space at the end of a corridor, under the stairs, on the balcony or in your bedroom?
These places can all fit in an occasional chair, a small bookshelf or side table which is all the furniture you need.
Do you have a small-but-just-enough space at the end of a corridor, under the stairs, on the balcony or in your bedroom?
These places can all fit in an occasional chair, a small bookshelf or side table which is all the furniture you need.
Perhaps there’s space in your office or study?
In the case of this multi-use room, a neat daybed area has been created on the floor of the study, complete with cushions, sound system and bookshelves.
If you’re lucky enough to have a large outdoor living area in your apartment, how about catching some breeze while you surrender to a good book? Add cushions for comfort and a floor lamp for task lighting.
Get to know the Acapulco chair
Get to know the Acapulco chair
While this reading corner is still part of the living room, the standout suspended chair/hammock is different enough to the rest of the furniture to be viewed as a separate space.
An extra room can be turned into a library and home theatre.
Choose the chair
Your choice of chair comes down to how much space you have and what you find most comfortable.
Browse armchairs and accent chairs
Your choice of chair comes down to how much space you have and what you find most comfortable.
Browse armchairs and accent chairs
Herman Miller EAMES Lounge Chair & Ottoman
Tip: If you suffer from any type of back pain, make sure you invest in a reading chair that gives you enough lower back support. Choosing a chair with either a built-in footrest, or with an adjustable footstool will be helpful.
The iconic Ball Chair, designed by Eero Aarnio, has been tucked into a larger bedroom space to make a cool reading nook option; just turn it around and no one will realise you are there.
japanese furniture single chair sofa
If your interior style is minimalist or Scandinavian, you’ll love this matching chair and footstool.
Pull Up A Chair
This low-set chair has a wide seat, making it great for tucking your legs on, so you won’t need to add a footrest.
FROG ARMCHAIR MILLEPONTO WHITE
If you’re setting up on the balcony, this one also allows for naptime.
Oliver B Onda Leather Armchair
This tan leather armchair is perfect for a more masculine reading corner.
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World of Design: 11 Book Lovers and Where They Like to Read
This is where the reading nook comes into its own. A small, space away from the main living area with an inviting and comfortable chair and footstool make for the perfect reading nook.