5 Ways To Create A Reading Nook In Your Home

There’s no need to create a new space, you’d be surprised how many small areas in your home will serve as an excellent book nook. Corners, alcoves, bay windows, spare walk-in cupboards and even the area under the stairs all make for cosy spots to hunker down and escape to the pages of a great read.

If the area you’re using doesn’t have a natural division from the rest of the room, consider utilising curtains, screens or shelving to create a distinct zone; this will enhance the cosiness and privacy of your space, too.

When choosing lighting, it’s key to remember that first and foremost, it should be practical. Low mood lighting might look great, but in reality, you might not be able to see what you’re reading, and no one wants eye strain ruining their relaxation time.

Opt for different light sources to combine aesthetics with functionality, we like the idea of a small table lamp for ambience and a brighter anglepoise-style floor lamp to light your pages perfectly. 

The author David L. Ulin once wrote "Reading is an act of resistance in a landscape of distraction." so when designing your nook, consider how to minimise distractions in your vicinity. Depending on the limitations of your home, of course, position your set-up in a place away from TVs, computers and conversation to get the most relaxation from your precious reading time.