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Thursday, November 15th, 2018
The Arbor Bookcase from Fine Furniture Design’s Veranda Collection offers the right frame to your book collection.
Did you know that people who read books for at least half an hour each day get to live two more years longer than those who do not take the time to read? What’s even odder is that bookworms who read three or more hours every week are less likely to die than those who just read magazines or newspapers.
Now aren’t those amazing information? If you’re a bibliophile or even one who’s wishing to become one, then you probably realized how important a reading area is in order to experience the joys of reading.
In a world that’s filled with notifications and beeps and alarms, the home and work boundaries ever diminishing, and a day-to-day hectic schedule for you and the whole family, you understand that it gets more difficult to set up a quiet reading zone.
The designation of a perfect reading space is crucial. Successfully doing so will ascertain that you will have quiet reading moments – ones that you will surely enjoy.
Reading area designation also requires that you use interior space wisely, making sure that every nook and cranny is given a good use. That bay window, for instance, can be the perfect reading spot especially these holidays. Just imagine reading your favorite novel as you watch the snowflakes fall.
The Comfy Space
That reading list won’t matter if you won’t be able to enjoy it. So it is important that you do not just designate a space just because it is empty and has no previous use. There might be an empty space near the living room but this might not be the best spot to set up a reading nook solely because it is filled with activity.
You need to find a spot that’s gonna motivate you to sit down and read, even enjoy a good book. It is important to minimize distractions especially when you have a large family.
Be sure to find a hideaway that’s distant from the hub of the family activities. It must also be free from clutter and only decorated with a chaise lounge (or any comfy chair) and some pillows.
Be sure to create a spot that’s also attractive and non-boring. You can draw inspirations for your design from your favorite books. ‘Like reading the Harry Potter series? Then let purple and black be your main colors.
Be Tidy
Once you’ve worked out the seating arrangement, then the next step is to find a table where you can put all your reading essentials. These aren’t just your favorite books, though. You might enjoy a cup of tea while reading or even a glass of wine so be sure to leave a surface where you can place that wine glass or mug.
Do you also wear reading glasses? Then you would want to have a spot to place it on while you’re resting your eyes.
A Shelf Nearby
Of course, you won’t just be reading a few books. Depending on your style of reading, you might read one book and start another even when you’re still not done with the first.
It’s convenient to have a bookshelf nearby so that you can place your book collections there. Again, may we remind you that book readers tend to live longer than their non-reading comrades so stock up on those books.
Mind the Temperature
Make sure to keep your books in a moderate and stable environment. The temperature must be about 70 degrees (or cooler) and a humidity of about 40-50%. Too much moisture or heat can encourage mold growth so be wary of the temperature.
Be sure to keep your books away from direct sunlight. And do clean them regularly by dusting.
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Wednesday, June 20th, 2018
Cynthia Rowley for Hooker Furniture Dining Room Swanson Upholstered Metal Side Chair could also work well in a reading nook setup.
Do you love books more than you love talking with people? Do you have boxes upon boxes of books left even when you think you’ve already purged your collection? Then you’re a certified bibliophile. The word bibliophile means a lover of books (biblio meaning book and phile, a lover).
Bibliophiles aren’t just hoarders, they are mainly readers who value books so much that the very sight and smell of these make them feel satisfied. These are people who are fascinated with these reading materials and end up collecting and displaying them.
So, if you think that people are judging you with the books that you read and that you actually spend more time organizing your books than any other activity, then it’s time to set up your own reading corner. This nook should represent you and the genre that you love to read.
Pick the Perfect Spot
It all begins with the location. This isn’t as easy as picking the spot for your living room. This isn’t a random room that you need to set up. Keep in mind the configuration for your desired reading nook. it’s up to you to choose from the unused corners, a cozy spot in the attic, that window nook or even that unused space under the stairs.
Whichever spot you end up choosing, remember that you need to be comfortable there.
Reading Nook in a Small Spot
While everyone dreams of curling up while reading a book during the coldest months, there are moments when it seems even the very act of curling up requires a lot of space. So what should you do when you have just a tiny spot to work with?
First, that spot beneath that dormer window would become comfy if you place a cute table alongside a comfy chair. Just add a cup of tea during reading time and you’re in reading heaven.
For two people who have to share a narrow reading nook, just make sure to open the windows so that natural daylight could flood in, making the spot appear more spacious. Add a bench or two or just set up a sectional for the two bibliophiles to share.
And where horizontal space is lacking, you could always look up. Store your book collections vertically by using a tall bookshelf. Add a chaise lounge to complete the perfect reading spot.
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Choose the Comfy Chair
Once you’re done choosing the right spot for your reading nook, it’s time to find some comfortable seating. Just as the location, you also have different options for this. You could go for the rocking chair but it all the rocking makes you woozy, then go for a pile of floor pillows, a pouf, an armchair or even a hanging bed.
Of course, you have to consider the theme that you have chosen for your entire home. The reading nook that you’re about to set up must coincide with this theme.
Set Up Storage
As soon as you’re done shopping for the reading chair, it’s time to find the right furniture pieces that would become your favorite books’ display case or home. consider also all the other possible stuff that you could store in there such as a table lamp, a blanket (great for those snowed in reading moments), a headphone or two, small speakers for some ambient music while reading, a phone dock, and some comfy pillows.
The best option will always be an open shelf but you are still free to choose the style of your storage units. You could even have an ottoman with a secret storage. The design possibilities are boundless.
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Wednesday, December 27th, 2017
For a minimalist reading corner, here’s a set from Fine Furniture Design’s Textures Collection.
Can you think of a few things that are relaxing enough to do on a Sunday morning? Bookworms would automatically say – reading a good book. If this is you, then why not create a cozy nook that’s is made just for this sole purpose? This reading nook can also be your way of transforming one awkward corner, a loft space, or an empty zone by the window sill.
Whether you intend to set it up for an adult bibliophile or for kids, this cozy corner must be well-lit and must have a restful tone to it. If you’re thinking that it could be difficult to set up such a corner, well, think again. Adding this small corner in your home can be easy when you have these essentials –
A Quiet Spot
First things first, of course, you need to find the best reading spot. Don’t just choose randomly or point at an empty corner. It is crucial that you pick the correct space by knowing the configurations that you would need for your reading spot.
This can be that unused space in your attic (it’s quiet there) or it can be that window nook in your bedroom. It could also be that special spot underneath your staircase.
Once you’ve chosen the spot, make sure that you personalize this space to make it comfier and inviting.
A Comfy Chair
Now that winter is definitely here, it is not surprising that more and more people crave to stay at home and just curl up in bed. Satisfy this craving by having a cozy nook where you can finally read that novel that you’ve been dying to start.
The perfect reading chair differs with each bibliophile. Consider also the other people who might also use your reading nook. This must also be a comfy chair that you can snug in.
You could pick a simple armchair or a rocking chair. Some like to plump up just a few floor pillows while others go for a hanging bed. Still, others can make do with a pouf.
Whatever happens, don’t complicate the task of choosing a chair or two. Your concern for decorative items won’t count here because all you would need are the bare essentials. If you really have to decorate, then choose a few framed paintings or photos to hang on the wall behind your reading chair.
Good Lighting
No matter which corner you end up picking, you will need good lighting for your new reading nook. Lighting will always play a major role in the definition of a space’s ambiance. Since this is so, you need to pick the right kind of lighting for this spot.
Modern lighting fixtures come in a variety of options. Just make sure that functionality, function, and form are all beautifully combine in your chosen fixture.
Floor lamps are the most convenient way to install a lovely light in your new reading nook. They are also mobile so you can move them around should you choose to pick a different spot in a few months.
Simplicity is also the key to having an aesthetically pretty and functional lighting. Be minimalist so that you get to save space. Sconce lighting or pendant lights can also be used especially when you want to have a cozier ambiance.
Never clutter with unnecessary decorative items. If you want to have natural lighting during the day, then make sure that you also arrange a nook that sits right by the window. Right by those sliding glass doors or window is perfect.
Small Table and Shelf
All it takes is a cozy coffee table or an ottoman that serves as a footrest or a table.
Add a shelf by the corner and you’re done.
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Wednesday, December 6th, 2017
Put your feet up and read in ultimate comfort. Featured here is the Thomasville Living Room Vienna Ottoman 0331 002.
The bibliophile does not necessarily have to do her readings in the library. Any voracious reader would agree that the greatest joy is to have a comfy space – even just a corner – where you could curl up and read a book for hours. This has to be a spot that’s free from distraction.
Yet in a world of alarms and alert tones as well as the greatly-reduced boundaries of work and home, having quality time for reading gets more and more difficult. This is a necessity that you have to make room for, though. With this, you can even make better use of your home’s interior spaces whether it’s that unused corner or that extra space by the bay window.
A Spot for Reading
The first step to make is to find the perfect spot for your reading nook. This is any space that has minimal to zero distractions. If you happen to belong to a big family with many roommates, then find a spot that is not the center of your home or the hub of activities.
The reading nook is that non-crowded, Zen spot, where you will be able to concentrate and relax at the same time. This is never that spot where you are constantly reminded of your to-do checklist. Make sure also that the spot is free of clutter.
Comfort Is Key
Another factor that makes reading more relaxing is to create a nook that is comfortable to sit in. You will need the right seating unit for this. It can be a chaise lounge or it can even be as simple as a pile of throw pillows.
Whatever it is that will make your reading more comfortable for you should be your seating unit. Of course, you must bear in mind that your back is well-supported and that you can lie back when you need to.
Don’t be pressured to put too many accessories because you won’t need a lot. All you need, in fact, is a comfortable chair, ample lighting, and a small desk where you can place your book and reading glasses.
Find a Proper Desk
What’s the best table to that will support your optimal seating setup? A table is handy because it will hold your book for you once you’re done reading. You don’t even have to get up in order to do so. You will also need a soda or a glass of juice when you’re reading so you need a table surface that minimizes the frustrating cleanups that come with juice spills.
Keep Reading Options Nearby
This all depends on your reading style. Are you the type that reads a book from start to finish? Or are you the type that reads two or more books at the same time?
You also need to consider the space constraints. Adding bookshelves all depends on these factors so be able to do some pertinent measurements so that you can invest in the best kind of shelf for your standby reads.
Shelves can house some of the books that you will soon be reading or just your collections from years of reading. Just make sure that the books are also at arm’s length so that you can save time in going to and from that spot.
Ample Lighting
The best reading light, again, depends on several factors. First, consider your preference. Do you like reading by the window? Then this would mean that you have ample natural light during the day. Consider light distribution – would you like the light to be focused on your book or would it be more important for you to be flooded with light so that you won’t drift to sleep?
Here’s a gauge, when you were younger, say about 10, all you needed was 40 watts or even hardly any light. By the time that you’re 60 or older, you would need 100 watts which is about 1,600 lumens so you can read clearly.
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Thursday, August 17th, 2017
Hooker Furniture’s Cherry Modular Group is perfect for the homeowner who’s serious in building a comprehensive home library.
Jojen once said, “A reader lives a thousand lives before he dies. The man who never reads lives only one.” Only a bibliophile will be able to relate to this lovely quote. A personal library or even a small reading nook is an amazing draw not just for its visual display but also its ability to convey a sense of relaxation.
Many designers are now being commissioned to build mini libraries in homes. These dream libraries are built either to blend with the background or to play a major role in the whole design. If you are thinking of creating your personal library, here are some tips that you should consider –
Build on the Context
The materials that you will use in your personal library will have to reflect the overall design of your home. It cannot and should not have an industrialist vibe when the rest of your design shows the opulence of the Victorian era.
You can increase the accessibility of the library by opening it up instead of enclosing it in a room. This kind of library will even help you save on your expenses since all you will need are open shelves or glass case cabinets to house your book collections.
Just make sure that you are ready to share your collection with other people or you would end up being the cranky one who’d constantly look if anyone’s dog-eared any of the pages yet.
You can go classic with your home library. Have it set by the Victorian fireplace then embellish the space with thick curtains.
You can also do a Mid-century style by having wool tartan for your seating upholstery while your book collections sit on modular shelves right behind you.
Or you can go simple with this Cachet Bookshelf from FFDM.
Integrate Modern Media
You can now integrate screens onto the shelves. These will even serve as eye-catchers for your visitors. Make the screens interactive so that your library visitors will have something interesting to do apart from reading.
The home libraries of the future should not forget to include technology in their design.
Organize
Because it is a library, after all. There is a need to keep the balance and structure inside this room in your home. The heavier, bigger books should be grouped at the bottom where they are easier to access while the lighter paperbacks should go on top.
For homes that lack space, you might consider setting up a reading nook instead. Here are a few tips –
Know the Reading Nook Essentials
What is a reading nook without these stuff?
First, an interesting book collection (but, of course). Next, you should know what space you would dedicate to reading. This can be a corner in your living room or bedroom. Sometimes, all you will need is a single, comfy chair righty by a large window and you’re all set. This brings us to our next most important reading nook piece – the chair.
Consider the material used on your reading nook chair. Does it have a breathable fabric? Is it going to be a back-breaking reading session at all times? Think of all the elements that would make your reading comfortable and worthwhile.
And just like you would on a full-scale home library, you also need a storage for your books. Depending on your mood or personality, you can organize your books according to color, titles or authors. Have a shelf right beside your chair and a small table.
Table space must also be considered. There are many moments, after all, when you would want to enjoy a good book while drinking a mug of hot chocolate. Oh, just imagine all those cold, wintry nights as you read To Kill a Mockingbird. The picture is simply sublime.
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Friday, May 19th, 2017
BIBELOTS DISPLAY CABINET from the Deco Collection.
Reading a great book is one of the most pleasurable things to do on the planet. All you need is a comfy chair and a sturdy desk, some good lighting source and you’re good. It is crucial to designate a spot, though, so that you can curl up as you read your favorite novel or self-help book. Choosing the right spot means you are ready to enjoy your treat.
Some people end up reading in their bed or while seated on the couch but wouldn’t it be nice to read a book in a special spot where you can have your me time? The bedroom presents less foot so it is, generally, the best spot to set up your reading nook.
Never think that having a small bedroom means you won’t be able to set up a reading area. Even the tiniest bedrooms can even have a spot in a corner for that special reading nook.
If you would come to think of it, there are just three essentials for your reading nook – the chair, a desk and a good lighting source. There is always the option to add extras for your reading corner. These will help make the area more special but it all just comes down to the necessities just mentioned.
The Correct Chair
Alright, it’s time to discuss the right chair for your reading nook. The only word that you would need to keep in mind is comfort. Of course, comfort or the level of comfort is relative. This varies from one person to the next.
For the greater majority, a chaise lounge, upholstered chair or even an overstuffed chair is the most awesome choice for a reading chair. For some, though, especially when setting up a nook for teens or children, a comfy seat could be a pile of cushions or a beanbag on the floor. Whichever seat you end up choosing, the idea is for you to feel comfortable while you’re reading.
Make sure that the overall style of the chair is complementary to the rest of the design of your bedroom. Don’t hesitate to play with shapes, patterns and colors. Add a splash of bright color or pick upholstery in soft pastel.
The Best Light
Reading will always require ample lighting. This is because insufficient light will make reading difficult.
If you’re thinking that overhead lighting would do, well, think again. The best illumination would be a floor lamp that comes with an adjustable neck. This should allow you to direct the light to the pages of the exciting book that you are reading. This will also keep your eyes from looking towards the floor.
Easy reading means you choose a lamp that uses 50-100-150 watts. Top this using a translucent lampshade, never opaque.
If the reading chair is near the nightstand or dresser, then the bedside lamp is the best lighting piece to choose. This reading lamp can also add to the beauty of your existing bedroom décor. Pick a metallic floor lamp or a unique table lamp depending on your needs.
Jazz up your reading area using a lighting source that’s stylish but not attention-grabbing.
Still from the Deco Collection, here’s the La Meridienne Bench
The Optional Desk
Yes, this can be optional for some people though there are also those who cannot concentrate unless they are reading from a book that’s seated on a desk. Still others clear off their shelves from any other knickknacks to make room for their book collections.
The Extras
As soon as you are able to set up your lamp and chair, then pamper yourself with a few more extras. A decorative box or basket can also hold magazines. An area rug would also define the area where you set up the reading nook.
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Wednesday, March 8th, 2017
Imagine plopping into the Tommy Bahama Home Living Room Port Douglas Tete-a-Tete 1675 while reading your favorite book – it’s just the most amazing feeling.
Compared to watching TV or engaging in a shallow conversation, reading can give your brain an effective workout. Whether you are deep into a romance novel or just the manual for an electronic device, your brain gets involved in functions such as associative, visual and language learning.
For the bibliophiles out there, is there anything that’s better than reading a good book as you are curled up in your fave chair? This is that time when you take yourself away from reality and soak into the wonderful adventures brought about by reading.
There are just too many reasons to set up a reading nook. This corner needs to have ample light whether the source is natural or artificial. Also, you need to consider the level of comfort that you would need there.
A reading nook is supposed to be attractive, too, apart from being cozy and comfortable. This has to be a nook that encourages you to read more books rather than to wish the time that you’re away from it.
Take a look at these 10 essentials in creating your very own reading nook –
A Dedicated Nook
Before you get to set up a reading nook on your own, you have to delegate a specific place where you’re going to put it. This could be that unused corner in your living room or the window sill by your bedroom window.
A Comfy Chair
Of course, every reading corner needs a seating unit. Would you like leather or cotton as a material for your reading nook chair? The chair could take the natural form of your body or it could be depict the style that you want.
Ample Book Storage
Are you an intense reader? Then you may have to use more than a nightstand for your nightly reads. Choose from a dedicated shelf or a nightstand depending on your needs and reading mood. It helps a lot to have a bookshelf that is close to your reading nook for utmost convenience.
Ample Table Space
Apart from the chair and the book storage unit, it is also essential that you have table space for your miscellaneous reading needs. What are these needs? Say, a cup of lemon tea or a jar of your favorite lavender aromatic candle.
You also need a space for your special lighting especially when your reading corner is at a dark part of your room. You might want to put your reading nook near a window if you can’t have ample lighting during the day. For nighttime, be sure to have a lovely lamp to light your book during your reading hours.
A Place to Prop Your Feet
What could be a more comfortable position than to have your feet resting on a cushioned pouf or an ottoman?
How about some throws and pillows all around you? Amp up on comfort so that you get to maximize your reading during the evening.
Lovely Plants
Whether these are small or big potted plants, just place a green thing near your reading space. These are conducive to deeper thinking which you want when you are deep into your reading.
The Hooker Furniture Bedroom Retropolitan Two-Drawer Telephone Table is perfect for those who like to take their sweet time in reading a book.
Accessories That Are You
What person would be happy in a space where nothing describes him? Have your reading nook come to life with the right kinds of accessories that reflect your style and personality.
Other Reading Corner Ideas
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Monday, March 14th, 2016
What every reading nook needs is a great chair that offers comfort.
Every voracious reader in the world would understand that one of the most precious things they’d want to have is a peaceful reading nook (for some, they wish for time to read more works). Imagine having all the time in the world to read a good – no, a great – book, seated in a comfortable chair, with a hot mug of cocoa in your hand; what a blissful world it would be.
Other read in their bedroom or the living room but one who reads a lot would know that there should be a spot that has been especially designated for reading. Besides, don’t you deserve to have your own private spot?
Reading Corner Necessities
Okay, so a nook’s a nook. It can be a section of your sitting room or it could be in a remodelled basement.
There are but two necessities inside this room so, yeah, they’re going to be easy to commit to memory. The first is a chair and the other is proper lighting. It is up to you to add some extras if you want to personalize your reading corner.
So there you go – a comfortable chair and good lighting.
When it comes to the best reading nook seat, remember that the key word will always be comfort. Comfort is defined differently by every person. For a lot of people, comfort is spelled as an overstuffed seat, even a chaise lounge where you could stretch out and relax. This chair must also have an excellent back support, preferably with upholstered arms so you’d be truly comfortable while you’re reading.
Children and teens might choose their reading corner seat to be a simple beanbag or just a pile of oversized cushions.
Have fun in picking your reading corner chair. Of course, make sure that its color, texture, pattern, and overall look will harmonize with your chosen theme for the room where your reading corner is in. Go ahead, experiment and let your imagination run wild.
Would you like some zebra prints on your chair? How about the toned down beauty of paisley? For a more soothing touch, go for something green, light blue or yellow.
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As for the lighting, take note that insufficient lighting will make reading difficult. Dim lighting will also strain your eyes and cause headaches. Overhead lighting shouldn’t be enough for a reading area. The best kind of illumination is to set up a floor lamp right behind your reading chair.
A floor lamp will cast ample light on your book’s pages and won’t hurt your eyes. Pick a lamp that uses 50 to 150 watts. The lampshade should be translucent instead of opaque.
If you situated your chair beside a nightstand or a dresser, then shop for a table lamp or bedside lamp that you can perch on the nightstand.
Reading lamps make a nice addition to your room decor. So you can choose materials that satiate your taste. Jazz up your reading corner, add a few extras, you’re the boss after all.
What’s Extra?
As soon as you’ve shopped for your chair and the lamp beside it, it’s time to think of some extras that you could add to make your reading nook a lot cozier. Consider adding a decorative basket or box that can hold magazines or some more of your favorite reading materials.
A plush throw blanket will also be great while you’re reading during wintry evenings. Having a tiny table to hold your mug of hot cocoa or a glass of wine will also be a nice addition. Just to define the nook, you can also add an area rug underneath your chair. An ottoman or a footstool should complete your specialized corner.
And your reading corner is complete. Now go, find your favorite book and enjoy!
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