The friendly people over at Siege Media dropped by the other day with a post full of ideas for people putting together a reading nook–or those who might want to do that. Check out the nice intro they provided and then follow the links to their longer piece and all various mood boards they have to go with it. There are some great ideas there.
Now that many of us are working from home, we need a dedicated spot in the house to retreat after a long day. Why not carve out one specific area as a reading nook? All you need is a chair, a few comfy pillows, and a place to stack your books!
Those who are a little more on the creative side, however, may prefer some design inspiration for their nooks. If you’re a bibliophile, what better way to create a reading nook than centering it around books?
You can start by modeling your space after a genre. The fantasy genre, for example, can inspire a certain look and feel of your reading nook, such as a mysterious attic, or magical closet (any Narnia or Harry Potter fans?). You could add interior design details to mimic the story, such as celestial decor, glass jars full of “magical sand,” and candles or string lights for an evening glow.
If you have children, creating a reading nook for them can be twice the fun. Consider bright, mood-boosting colors, wall decal illustrations, and hanging quotes from their favorite authors (you can’t go wrong with Dr. Seuss!). The goal is to create a playful, fun environment that encourages the kids to read and use their imagination.
Lastly, if you prefer decorating the reading nook after an inspiring author, think of something that reminds you of their style or writing method. Ernest Hemingway, for example, has a minimalist, nautical style that recurs throughout several of his books. You could incorporate maritime decor into your nook and use neutral colors such as teal and gray.
Still need inspiration? Check out the infographic below and see more reading nook ideas from Angi.
If you want to see this image full-sized, just click here. And then be sure to read the longer post on Angi.
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